Monday 28 February 2011

Dhaka Division

DHAKA DIVISION
Dhaka division is located at the center of the country and has an area of 31119 sq. km and a population of 38.678 million. It has 17 districts and 64 municipalities. The main rivers of this division are Padma, Jamuna, Meghna, old Brahmaputra, Dhaleswari, Shita Lakshya, Brahmaputra, Buri Ganga, and Ariyal Khan. Madhupur and Bhawal Gars are located in the northern parts of Dhaka, in Gazipur, the southern part of Mymensingh, and the eastern part of Tangail districts; Garo Hills are located in Mymensingh district. Dhaka (Capital City) stands on the bank of the river Buri Ganga.

DHAKA CITY
Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh. The city is known as the city of mosques, muslin, and rickshaws. It has attracted travelers from far and near through the ages. Dhaka as the capital of Bangladesh has grown into a busy city of about ten million people with an area of about 1353 sq. km. Having a happy blending of old and new architectural trends, Dhaka has been developing fast as a modern city and is throbbing with activities in all spheres of life. It is the center of industrial, commercial, cultural, educational, and political activities for Bangladesh.
 
Main Tourist Spots in Dhaka Division:

Inside Dhaka City: Ahsan Manjil - Lalbagh Fort - National Museum - Bangabandhu Memorial - Mukti Juddha Museum - Science Museum - Shadhinota Stambha - National Poet's Graveyard - Suhrawardy Uddyan -
National Leader Mausoleum - Banga-Bhaban - Ramna Park - Parliament House - Arts & Crafts Institute - Curzon Hall - Old High Court - 1857 Memorial - National Zoo - Botanical Garden - Baldha Garden - Star Mosque - Baitul Mukarram Mosque - Mosques - Hindu Temples - Churches
Outside Dhaka City: Mosque Of Baba Adam - Sonargaon - National Martyrs Memorial - Bhawal National Park - Jamuna Bridge - Tungipara - Modhupur Picnic Spot - Susang Durgapur - Gajni Parjatan Center

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