Dhaka was the capital of a proto-industrialized Mughal Bengal for 75 years (1608–39 and 1660–1704). It was the hub of the muslin trade in Bengal and one of the most prosperous cities in the world.

Dec 30, 2025 · Dhaka, city and capital of Bangladesh. It is located just north of the Buriganga River, a channel of the Dhaleswari River, in the south-central part of the country. Dhaka is Bangladesh’s most …

9 hours ago · Despite having incredible natural sights, Bangladesh has never been a mainstream tourist destination. Here’s what’s holding it back and what awaits visitors who do go.

Dec 12, 2025 · The Liberation War of 1971 gave Bangladesh its independence and Dhaka was declared the country's capital. Since then, Dhaka has been developing fast as a modern city and is the …

Mar 17, 2025 · Thinking of travel to Bangladesh? Here is our detailed guide for all the top things to do in Dhaka, how to get around and where to stay.

Save this place to a Trip, where you can track your faves and get personalized picks as you plan. Densely populated and humming with activity at all hours, Dhaka is a city of contrasts between old …

Dhaka (formerly known as Dacca) (Bengali: ঢাকা) is the capital and largest city of Bangladesh. It is the largest city by population in the historical region of Bengal and a major city in South Asia. It is a …

Dhaka is home to Bangladesh Bank which is the country's central bank. Many multinational companies have offices in the city. The Dhaka Stock Exchange is one of the largest stock exchanges in South …

Dhaka (Bengali: ঢাকা), formerly known as Dacca, [1] is the capital of Bangladesh. [2] It is the ninth-largest and the sixth-most densely populated city in the world, with a population of 8.9 million …

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