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.
3w ago
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?
1m ago
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.
1m ago
How did Motijheel get its name?
Another etymology that somewhat resonates with the aforementioned one is that Motijheel was the name of a canal or rivulet that flowed in or around the area; then, the label was referred to a particular pond, and eventually, an overall locality adopted the name.
1m ago
The beautiful gate of Dhaka Christian Cemetery
After all, we are talking about a graveyard that is very old. According to Perween Hasan's chapter in the book "Dhaka Past, Present, Future," the oldest grave in the compound dates back to 1774!
2m ago
Hussaini Dalan and the story of a lost mausoleum
The building has ceased to exist, but the graves are still there, along with a few graves of their family and acquaintances.
2m ago
Which annoying office chat group character are you? Find out here!
Discover the quirky characters in your office chat groups: the Pioneer, Mime Artist, Podcaster, Alien, Ghost, and Boss. From endless GIFs to unwelcome voice notes, identify and laugh at these familiar faces!
2m ago
The former name of DU's Dr Muhammad Shahidullah Hall
When we refer to the very familiar Shahidullah Hall, our minds do not often register the legendary maestro of a man after whom this student residence is named, let alone the fact that it was once referred to as Dacca Hall.
2m ago
January 11, 2024
The beginning of Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban
It was on 15 February 1982 that the National Parliament Building housed its first session.
January 11, 2024
Remembering Shaheed Shafi Imam Rumi: Memories of a brother
Many of us already know of Shaheed Shafi Imam Rumi as a valiant freedom fighter through Ekattorer Dinguli, penned down by his illustrious mother Shaheed Janani Jahanara Imam. In a humble attempt to understand him more intimately, we recently interviewed his brother, Saif Imam Jami. Here, we present, a lesser-known side of the Rumi saga: the memories of a brother.
December 14, 2023
Chawk Bazar of the olden times
From the olden times to the present day, much has changed, but Chawk Bazar continues to be one of the commercial hubs of the capital.
December 3, 2023
Ahsan Manzil without the dome?
To paint a picture of what this majestic building looked like just after the catastrophe, a line from an eyewitness account may be apt here.
November 26, 2023
Dhaka's lost bridges
To illustrate, the visual featured here -- taken from the book Glimpses of Old Dhaka by Syed Muhammed Taifoor (Second edition, 1956) -- has the caption, "Ruined bridge at Tantibazar-Nowabpur Road".
November 23, 2023
The Wonder of Saat Gombuj Masjid
If you went to the Mohammadpur area, you would come across a splendid Mughal-era mosque: Saat Gombuj Masjid, or Seven-domed Mosque.
October 29, 2023
A forgotten history: The Prince who dethroned Dhaka as a capital
His tenure in Bengal began in 1639, and a curious footnote would be that he actually stripped Dhaka of its status as a Mughal capital, shifting the seat of government to Rajmahal (a place now in India).
October 26, 2023
Lighting up Dhaka: The first electric lights in our city!
In the late 19th century, some of the streets had oil lamps, and there was also an announcement by Ahsanullah to introduce gas lamps.
October 22, 2023
Tales of the Dhakeshwari temple: Mysteries, legends, and a city
The legend of unearthing the idol is traditionally ascribed to Ballal Sen, but it is doubtful whether this story talks of the renowned 12th-century king, Ballal Sen.
October 15, 2023
Remembering Marlon Brando’s Dhaka visit
Well, it’s a little late for that of course.
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