With a healthy Hindu minority and close historical ties with India, Bangladesh is no stranger to Hindu shrines. Many of these are listed as the national heritage and hold a place of pride in the hearts of the entire Bangladeshi populace. Many of these temples dating way back in time, are now popular tourist attractions and [...]

The fort complex is located in the northwestern part of Dhaka on the banks of the Buriganga River. Prince Muhammad Azam, son of Emperor Aurangzeb, began the construction while he was serving as the Viceroy of Bengal. Governor Nawab Shaista Khan continued the project after Prince Azam was recalled to assist his father in the [...]