Parks & Nature Attractions in Dhaka

Bahadur Shah Park, a historic park in Old Dhaka, has been leased out for commercial use. Photo: Adnan Zillur Morshed

Who owns the public spaces of Dhaka?

Ideally, a geographical area is supposed to have 25 percent tree coverage to protect its environment, but Dhaka has less than 7 percent.

May 18, 2024
May 18, 2024
Bahadur Shah Park, a historic park in Old Dhaka, has been leased out for commercial use. Photo: Adnan Zillur Morshed

Who owns the public spaces of Dhaka?

Ideally, a geographical area is supposed to have 25 percent tree coverage to protect its environment, but Dhaka has less than 7 percent.