[2024 Dhaka Attraction] Travel Guide for Ahsan Manzil Museum (Updated Dec)

Sightseeing in Dhaka

Dhaka is the capital city of Bangladesh, it is densely populated and traffic is quite busy. Even as chaotic as it can be, there are some landmarks worth to visit, specially the old colonial ones perfect for beautiful photographies. Two building I enjoyed visiting were: Ahsan Manzil (Pink Palace) and Lalbagh Fort build in the 17th century. #travellater #dhaka #bangladesh #travellater

Ahsan Manzil

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📍 Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh 🔥 (Yes, it's a pun) Not only are there rare Bengal tigers, but there are also pink palaces ⛪ and mosques 🕍 that are worth a visit 👍 ☛ Entry to Bangladesh and various travel tips are ready for you, hurry up! 📝 Attractions 🌟 Ahsan Manzil Pink Palace 💗 The pink color is very good for taking pictures 📷. The retro European palace was originally a private residence converted from a warehouse, and is now a museum 🏛. 🍜 Local stewed mutton and rice cakes are specialties, and curry and seafood are also delicious. 🌟 Lalbagh Fort ✿ Known as the "Taj Mahal of Bangladesh", it is now abandoned as a park, with large rose gardens 🌸 🌟 Bangladesh National Museum 🏛 You can learn about this country from the museum, which also has exhibits such as bells and terracotta warriors donated by China 👍 💰 Tickets 75 taka (about 5 yuan) 🌟 National Monument The 45-meter monument is super magnificent, especially spectacular on a sunny day ✅ 🌟 Baitur Rauf Mosque ⛪ The onion-shaped roof and white building are magnificent, and it is very spacious inside. It is said that it can accommodate 30,000 people at the same time🌠 ⚠ Men can enter, pay attention to dress, and knees cannot be exposed Travel tips: 🚗 Traffic jams are serious locally, short distances are recommended to walk or ride a bike🚶🚶 👗 Mask and mosquito repellent bracelet must be brought 🍴 The hygiene of roadside restaurants is unknown, it is recommended to eat in the mall restaurant The peeling bus 🚌, the three-wheeled car 🚗 and the crowded crowd make up the characteristics of Dhaka, Bangladesh, but the locals are very enthusiastic and cheerful. If you want to have a good time, you still need to do your homework in advance~

Dhaka CITYWALK (Part II) | Colonial Memories in Pink

When the British East India Company effectively controlled North India and the Bengal region, the declining Mughal Empire gradually exited the historical stage. In Bengal, the British began to support the large landlord families that were close to them—the Khwaja family from Dhaka. This family originally migrated from the Kashmir region as merchants and, after a century of wealth accumulation, became one of the largest landlords in Bengal. In 1843, Queen Elizabeth of England granted the family patriarch Khwaja Alimullah the hereditary title of nawab and bestowed great privileges upon the family. Although they had no ruling power, the nawabs of Dhaka played an important role in the political ecology of Bengal and even South Asia at the time, and actively participated in the municipal construction of Dhaka during the British Indian period. The Ahsan Manzil Pink Palace is a symbol of the wealth and power of the nawabs of colonial Dhaka. This Indian Saracenic-style building is known as the 'Pink Palace' because of its pink-painted exterior. Khwaja Alimullah bought it from the French in 1830 and converted it into his residence. His son Abdul Ghani inherited it and carried out extensive renovations, naming it Ahsan Manzil after his son Ahsanullah; however, a tornado in 1888 almost completely destroyed the most luxurious building in Dhaka at the time, prompting father and son to rebuild it. The Ahsan Manzil we see today is essentially the result of that reconstruction. It was the most important venue for the elite of Dhaka, hosting almost all the British viceroys and government dignitaries, and witnessed the birth of the All-India Muslim League, which later facilitated the partition of India and Pakistan. After Ahsanullah's death, the nawab family declined due to internal strife, and Ahsan Manzil even became a slum. In 1952, the government of Bangladesh purchased the dilapidated Ahsan Manzil, and in 1985, the National Museum restored it based on old photographs left by a British journalist, and opened it as a museum. Copies of these photographs, as well as before-and-after comparison photos of the restoration of Ahsan Manzil, can be seen in the exhibition hall. Ahsan Manzil tells the story of the building and the memories of its past owners, as well as the luxurious life of Dhaka's high society. This huge mansion has countless rooms, such as the vault, dining room, billiard hall, master bedroom, reception room, staircase, ballroom, guest rooms, etc., displaying the Nawab's personal belongings, including daily necessities, weapons, porcelain, sports equipment, and even the huge skull of his favorite elephant named Feroz Jung. Another building from that era worth seeing is the Rose Garden Palace. This Indian Saracenic-style garden villa is not as large as Ahsan Manzil but is more exquisite. It was built by a low-caste Hindu landlord named Hrishikesh Das at the end of the 19th century. It is said that he was humiliated because of his low caste and built this luxurious villa in a fit of pique, which ultimately led to his financial ruin and the sale of the villa. Interestingly, in 1949, the Awami League was formed here to counter the All-India Muslim League, and it remains a major force in the politics of Bangladesh to this day. When I visited, the mansion was still private property, but the government bought it in 2018 and will further convert it into a museum.

The pink palace of Dhaka

Ahsan Manzil, also known as the Pink Palace, is a historic museum located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It was originally the residence of the Nawab of Dhaka and later became the official residence and seat of the Dhaka Nawab Family. Built in the late 19th century, Ahsan Manzil is an exquisite example of Indo-Saracenic architecture, featuring a blend of Mughal and European influences.The museum showcases the lifestyle, art, and culture of the Nawabs during the colonial period. #culture #travel #trip #Bangladesh

Two beautiful places near old Dhaka

Ahsan Manzil, also known as the Pink Palace, is a historical palace that was once the official residence of the Nawab of Dhaka during the British colonial period. It's an architectural marvel and a symbol of the city's rich heritage. Sadarghat is a vibrant and chaotic place, where numerous boats, ferries, and launches come and go. You can witness the lively river traffic and the various types of vessels used for transportation. #dhaka #dhakacity

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Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, is one of the most densely populated cities in the world. When you look at the residential areas, you know how dense it is, but poverty can also be bright and colorful. The pink palace of Ahsan Manzil, full of girls, is simply A clear stream in the city, the whole powder palace! I want to know how the king had such a strong girls heart.