dhaka heritage sites

Rose Garden: A history of passion and pride

At K.M. Das Lane in Tikatuli, Old Dhaka, lies a majestic mansion called “Rose Garden”. Interestingly, it was built by one of the prominent zamindars of Dhaka, Hrishikesh Das, to host parties.
19 April 2026

Construction of food court at Bahadur Shah Park must be halted

Construction of food court at Bahadur Shah Park must be halted
11 October 2022

No proper conservation of Old Dhaka heritage sites

Urban Study Group (USG founder, Taimur Islam, speaks to The Daily Star about his organisation's work and experience.
5 October 2022

A heritage past its welcome?

Dhaka, like any 400-year-old city would, has gone through a metamorphosis over the course of its illustrious and fascinating history, as have the lives of its inhabitants.
4 October 2019