Places to visit in Dhaka — 6 sights, when to go and how

Places to visit in Dhaka: Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, Star Mosque, Dhakeshwari Temple and more — why to go and when.

1. Lalbagh Fort — An unfinished 17th-century Mughal fort holding Pari Bibi's tomb, an audience hall and a mosque.
2. Ahsan Manzil — The pink riverside palace of the Dhaka Nawabs on the Buriganga, now a museum.
3. Star Mosque — An Armanitola mosque covered in star motifs made from broken china.
4. Dhakeshwari Temple — An ancient temple linked to the city's name, known as the National Temple.
5. Sadarghat — The country's busiest river port, where launches leave for the south.
6. Bangladesh National Museum — The largest collection of the country's history, archaeology and art, at Shahbag.

Questions and answers

What are the places to visit in Dhaka?

Highlights of Dhaka: Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, Star Mosque, Dhakeshwari Temple, Sadarghat — 6 places in all.

When is the best time to visit Dhaka?

November, December, January, February.

How many days do I need in Dhaka?

Plan 2–3 days for the main sights. Build a day-by-day plan in the trip planner.

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