Bangladesh, Asia (Point of interest)

Dhakeshwari Temple (aka Dhakeshwari Jatiya Mandir or National Temple) in Dhaka is an 11th-century Hindu temple and the most important place of Hindu worship in Bangladesh. As well as regular day-long prayers, the temple hosts the annual festival of... Continue reading →

Lalbagh Fort was built by Prince Mohammed Azam in 1678 as a Mughal palace fortress. See the tomb of Pari Bibi (Fairy Lady), Lalbagh Mosque, the Audience Hall and the Hammam of Nawah Shaista Khan, now a museum. The fort was never finished as Prince... Continue reading →