Must-see in Dhaka
by BRIANA BENNETT
Jan 20, 2025
#summervacay
Step into the **17th-century grandeur** of **Lalbagh Fort**, an unfinished Mughal fortress in Old Dhaka where **red-brick pavilions, secret tunnels, and tragic royal legends** whisper tales of love and war.
### **🌟 *MUST-SEE HIGHLIGHTS*:**
- **The Mausoleum of Pari Bibi:** The **tomb of Mughal Princess Pari Bibi**, whose untimely death halted construction—rumored to be *haunted* at dusk. 👻🕯️
- **Diwan-i-Aam (Audience Hall):** Where Mughal governor **Prince Muhammad Azam** once held court under arched alcoves.
- **Three-Domed Quilla Mosque:** A serene **peach-and-white mosque** with intricate *terracotta designs*.
### **💡 *TRAVEL TIPS*:**
- **Golden Hour Visit:** Arrive **4-6 PM** when the bricks glow and shadows deepen the fort’s drama.
- **Weekday Escape:** Fridays are *packed* with locals—opt for quieter mornings.
- **Pair with Ahsan Manzil:** Tour Dhaka’s **Pink Palace** (2km away) for more Mughal vibes.
### **📸 *INSTA-WORTHY SPOTS*:**
- **Under the arched gateways** with trailing bougainvillea.
- **Silhouetted against the mosque’s domes** at sunset.
**#lalbaghfort #dhakaheritage #mughalarchitecture #hiddenbangladesh**
*Lalbagh isn’t just ruins—it’s* suspended history. *Bring curiosity and light footsteps.* 👣
**🚗 *Getting There:* 30-min rickshaw from Gulshan (~200 BDT).** *Entry: ~500 BDT (~$5).*
*P.S. Try *Dhakaiya biryani* at **Nanna Biryani** post-visit!* 🍛🔥
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