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.

6 days ago · 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 …

Dhaka (previously Dacca; Ḍhākā; IPA: [ɖʱaka]) is the capital of Bangladesh and the principal city of Dhaka District. Located on the banks of the Buriganga River, Dhaka, along with its metropolitan area, …

Densely populated and humming with activity at all hours, Dhaka is a city of contrasts between old and new, rich and poor, industry and folk.

Feb 21, 2026 · 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.

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 …

Current local time in Bangladesh – Dhaka. Get Dhaka's weather and area codes, time zone and DST. Explore Dhaka's sunrise and sunset, moonrise and moonset.

Sep 2, 2023 · Dhaka is the vibrant and bustling capital city of Bangladesh, located in the heart of the country’s deltaic plains. As one of South Asia’s most populous and fast-growing cities, Dhaka is a …

16 hours ago · Dhaka's AQI exceeds 300, ranking among the world's most polluted cities. Discover what's driving the hazardous air and when conditions may improve.

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