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Ranabi’s reflections: A life in art, observation, and legacy

Rafiqun Nabi, renowned for his cartoon Tokai, reflects on his artistic journey, influenced by family and mentors like Zainul Abedin. His legacy blends societal commentary, creativity, and practicality, inspiring future artists to observe deeply and innovate.

1d ago

Memories of Dhaka: Saat Gombuj Masjid’s changing landscape

This is an image of Saat Gombuj Masjid in the Mohammadpur area

2w ago

Tea and the Armenians of Dhaka

Once upon a time in Dhaka, tea drinking was limited to the Kashmiri, British, and Armenian households

1m ago

A beautiful staircase in an Old Dhaka mosque

The mosque is definitely worth a visit for its overallsplendour and beauty. 

1m ago

Lost treasure: A Dhaka cannon in the Buriganga!

The story goes way back, when this piece of artillery was located in a “char” named Moghlani Char

1m ago

The haunting of Bahadur Shah Park

What is so unsettling about this park? Some visitors have claimed to encounter strange voices, sightings, and a feeling of uneasiness when they were in the area. 

2m ago

A tea soiree: In celebration of the deshi cha

In the centre of it all was tea!

2m ago

1863 vs 2024: Comparing 2 visuals of a Mughal mosque in Dhaka

Fabeck made a number of artworks depicting Dhaka, such as a beautiful watercolour of Buriganga, which we have featured earlier.

3m ago
February 17, 2025
February 17, 2025

Ranabi’s reflections: A life in art, observation, and legacy

Rafiqun Nabi, renowned for his cartoon Tokai, reflects on his artistic journey, influenced by family and mentors like Zainul Abedin. His legacy blends societal commentary, creativity, and practicality, inspiring future artists to observe deeply and innovate.

February 2, 2025
February 2, 2025

Memories of Dhaka: Saat Gombuj Masjid’s changing landscape

This is an image of Saat Gombuj Masjid in the Mohammadpur area

January 19, 2025
January 19, 2025

Tea and the Armenians of Dhaka

Once upon a time in Dhaka, tea drinking was limited to the Kashmiri, British, and Armenian households

January 9, 2025
January 9, 2025

A beautiful staircase in an Old Dhaka mosque

The mosque is definitely worth a visit for its overallsplendour and beauty. 

January 5, 2025
January 5, 2025

Lost treasure: A Dhaka cannon in the Buriganga!

The story goes way back, when this piece of artillery was located in a “char” named Moghlani Char

December 19, 2024
December 19, 2024

The haunting of Bahadur Shah Park

What is so unsettling about this park? Some visitors have claimed to encounter strange voices, sightings, and a feeling of uneasiness when they were in the area. 

November 28, 2024
November 28, 2024

A tea soiree: In celebration of the deshi cha

In the centre of it all was tea!

November 3, 2024
November 3, 2024

1863 vs 2024: Comparing 2 visuals of a Mughal mosque in Dhaka

Fabeck made a number of artworks depicting Dhaka, such as a beautiful watercolour of Buriganga, which we have featured earlier.

October 27, 2024
October 27, 2024

Neglected heritage: A historic gate in ruins

You may have visited Ahsan Manzil — or at least know of it — but did you ever encounter this dilapidated gateway? 

October 17, 2024
October 17, 2024

Pirates, forts, and no crowds: The ultimate history geek’s dream spot

Located in Munshiganj, the 17th century river fort is beyond the hustle and bustle of the more common tourist spots, and gives a rather different experience compared to the grander Mughal edifices that are spread all over the Indian subcontinent.