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Old Dhaka’s Narinda wasn't always called Narinda!

8 June 2026, 20:04 PM
Our city dates back to pre-Mughal times; and Narinda, with this mosque, is a testament to that.
8 June 2026, 20:04 PM
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Farashganj: The testimony of French trade in Puran Dhaka

25 May 2026, 19:57 PM
The word "Farash" means French and "ganj" means market, and hence, the name of the locality stands as a testimony of the French people and their businesses in Dhaka during the olden times.
25 May 2026, 19:57 PM
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Ever wonder how the name Tikatuli came about?

18 May 2026, 19:49 PM
A curious detail regarding all this involves one tikiya-maker.
18 May 2026, 19:49 PM
Your complete map to Bangladesh’s most iconic Mughal mosques

#Heritage / Your complete map to Bangladesh’s most iconic Mughal mosques

5 March 2026, 16:06 PM
Explore Bangladesh's architectural heritage through this curated map of prominent Mughal mosques. Spanning the Sultanate era to the Battle of Palashi, these three-domed landmarks in Dhaka and beyond offer history buffs a profound cultural journey.
5 March 2026, 16:06 PM
Planning a quiet trip? Netrokona offers nature without the crowd

Planning a quiet trip? Netrokona offers nature without the crowd

1 March 2026, 15:18 PM
Explore Netrokona, a hidden Mymensingh gem featuring Birishiri Lake and scenic China Clay Hills. Visit Kalmakanda for historic freedom fighter tombs before enjoying iconic balish mishti, ensuring a peaceful, culturally rich Bangladeshi travel experience today.
1 March 2026, 15:18 PM
Why you should explore Bangladesh in your 20s

Why you should explore Bangladesh in your 20s

15 December 2025, 13:07 PM
Embrace youthful adventure by exploring Bangladesh in your twenties, where budget-friendly gems like Cox’s Bazar and the Sundarbans await. Discover invaluable life lessons through local encounters, building lasting memories while navigating this beautiful, vibrant nation.
15 December 2025, 13:07 PM
Men deserve a day without any plans

#Perspective / Leave me alone during downtime!

17 November 2025, 13:00 PM
Downtime is essential for rest, joy, and mental peace in a hectic week. A day to relax, do nothing, or enjoy simple pleasures — uninterrupted by work or obligations — recharges the mind and nurtures true personal happiness.
17 November 2025, 13:00 PM
The complete Mymensingh travel map: Your go-to guide to local wonders

The complete Mymensingh travel map: Your go-to guide to local wonders

6 November 2025, 10:23 AM
Discover Mymensingh's hidden gems with our detailed travel map covering must-visit spots, historic sites, scenic beauty, and local culinary delights. From tranquil hills to unique foods, explore a rich cultural experience in this vibrant division.
6 November 2025, 10:23 AM
Muri

Muri mania

Muri khao- I do not quite care how this phrase came to be. We all know the meaning. The urban dictionary would define ‘muri khao’ as an expression used by a person in response to another,
15 April 2019, 18:00 PM
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Toys and simpler times

“One day, you and I will be as far apart as this kite is now from the natai,” he said and giggled. “You will be a gentleman working in an air-conditioned office. I will be a labourer in some distant land.”
13 April 2019, 18:00 PM
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Bonbibi: The guardian spirit of the Sundarbans

The tiger was not far away. He saw the large animal that was coming towards him. Fierce. Greedy. Hungry. Death comes in different
13 April 2019, 18:00 PM
Zoom

Zoom in for a better future

When Evergreen Zoom Bangladesh Foundation started its first school in 2016, it had just 13 students and about 50 volunteers. Today, the organisation runs five schools with approximately 450 students and more than a 1000 volunteers.
1 April 2019, 18:00 PM
In bliss

In bliss

Frown all you want, but I reckon there is something weirdly blissful about smashing stuff! So much so, I do not mind going on record to say that the sound of shattering glass is oddly therapeutic to me. Before you take me as a loony on the run, I ask you to download Smash Hit on your mobile phone.
4 March 2019, 18:00 PM
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Surviving the test of time: Of shops and legacies

Long before he became a 'darwan' at Viqarunnisa Noon School and College, he used to work as an apprentice under one Muslim Miah,
24 February 2019, 18:00 PM
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In the name of the Queen

For solving the jigsaw puzzle that is history, we look into a wide plethora of heritage items/symbols — from monuments to artworks to chronicles and to even myths for that matter! Another such significant piece of that puzzle is numismatics, the study of coins.
23 February 2019, 18:00 PM
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From the imperial kitchens: Food fit for the Mughals

Culinary knowledge distinguishes man from beast. Not my words! The thought was explicated in a 16th century Mughal text when detailing the workings of Emperor Akbar's kitchen.
23 February 2019, 18:00 PM
A moonlit night

A moonlit night

There is a mystical connection — Buddhism and the full moon! The tenets of a religion, a philosophy of life, is as beautiful as nature itself.
18 February 2019, 18:00 PM
Natural dyes

Natural dyes: For the fashionably ethical

As you browse through endless stores to pick the trendiest attires, or when you give yourself a bit of a shopping therapy, does the question of environmental friendliness come to your mind? It should!
4 February 2019, 18:00 PM
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Museum hopping in Dhaka

Museums are boring — a common complaint goes. If you are amongst those who agree with this thought, think again!
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM
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Making museums

Journeyman, a design company, has been involved in many museum projects’ interior designing. Nazneen Haque Mimi, an interior consultant, and a key individual of the company, worked in a number of these initiatives.
10 December 2018, 18:00 PM
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In awe of uniforms of valour

To pay a tribute to the men and women who serve our country and make countless sacrifices – sometimes even putting their own lives at risk – visit Bangladesh Military Museum, Bangladesh Air Force Museum, and Liberation War Museum of Bangladesh Police.
10 December 2018, 18:00 PM
War and museums

War and museums

The saga of the Victory of Bangladesh in 1971 involves numerous revolutions, and of course, the War. And the glorious road to Victory will be cherished by its people forever. Hence, rightfully so, Dhaka boasts plenty of museums on the subject. They collectively beartestament to the struggles of the Bengalis.
10 December 2018, 18:00 PM
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Premium crafts by nature

When it comes to weddings, you do not leave any stone unturned, do you? From stage decor to the most minor of details, everything needs to be picture-perfect and extraordinary.
11 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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Naming and Renaming Dhaka's Streets

We use names of Dhaka's streets and neighbourhoods every day, but often without giving a second thought on how they came about and what trivia they hold.
27 July 2017, 18:00 PM
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Hrishikesh Das Road in Old Dhaka

“There are 13 officially declared heritage streets in Dhaka," informs conservation architect Taimur Islam, CEO, Urban Study Group
6 July 2017, 18:00 PM
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Empty Roads: What Do They Really Mean?

If you come across empty roads in Dhaka, it can only mean one of these two things: a zombie invasion and people have shut
22 June 2017, 18:00 PM
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How Not To Spoil Hatirjheel

With beautiful landscape architecture, well-maintained roads, musical fountain, the water taxi service, and an amphitheatre, Hatirjheel
15 June 2017, 18:00 PM
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Roads and Musings:Around the Parliament

The national parliament building, Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, is not just an iconic architectural edifice of Bangladesh; it is also a symbol of
8 June 2017, 18:00 PM

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