/ˈdɑːkə/ • The City of Mosques and Muslin
Dhaka is a historic metropolis where ancient Mughal architecture meets the relentless energy of a modern, rapidly growing urban center.
Population
23.2 Million
Metropolitan Area
Land Area
306
Square Kilometers
GDP Nominal
$409 Billion
City GDP Estimate
Global Rank
No. 600
Global Metropolitan Rank
Dhaka serves as the political, cultural, and economic nerve center of Bangladesh, characterized by its resilient spirit and bustling street life.
Multicultural
Experience a rich tapestry of Bengali traditions, vibrant festivals, and a deeply rooted history of hospitality.
Ramna Park
Despite its density, Dhaka offers serene pockets like Ramna Park and the National Botanical Garden.
Strategic
A major hub in South Asia, bridging historical trade routes with contemporary industrial expansion.
Motijheel
Motijheel acts as the primary central business district, driving the nation's rapid economic growth.
Dhaka's history spans centuries, transitioning through various dynasties before becoming a modern capital.
Named Jahangir Nagar, the city became the provincial capital of the Mughal Empire in Bengal.
The British East India Company assumed control, leading to significant administrative and architectural changes.
Dhaka became the capital of East Bengal within the newly formed state of Pakistan.
Following a nine-month liberation war, Dhaka emerged as the capital of the newly independent Bangladesh.
The city now functions as a global leader in the textile industry and regional economic development.
Empirical charts mapping local seasonal variations, long-term urban population growth, and economic sector distribution.
Average temperatures (°C) against average monthly rainfall metrics (mm).
Source: Local meteorology department records.
Historical urban concentration of the metropolitan area.
Source: Official national statistics database.
Percentage output breakdown of Dhaka's massive $409 Billion economy.
Source: City Treasury economic forecast index.
From the chaotic heritage of Old Dhaka to the upscale streets of Gulshan.
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An incomplete 17th-century Mughal fort complex.
Masterpiece of Louis Kahn and an architectural icon.
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Explore the Mughal architectural ruins of this historic fortification.
Iconic parliament building designed by Louis Kahn.
Museum depicting the history of the Nawabs of Dhaka.
A beautiful brick-red building housing part of Dhaka University.
The green lung of the central city area.
Oldest and most significant Hindu temple in Dhaka.
Dhaka offers a rich culinary scene, heavy on spices and flavor-packed street food.
A legendary slow-cooked dish with marinated mutton and aromatic rice.
Deliciously marinated skewered meats common in Old Dhaka's night markets.
Creamy, rich tea prepared with local milk and a touch of sweetness.
A traditional, spiced flatbread, iconic to the streets of the old city.
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How Dhaka compares to global cities
| Metric | Dhaka | London | NY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | Low | High | Very High | undefined |
| Traffic Index | Extreme | Moderate | High | undefined |
| Population Density | Very High | High | High | undefined |
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