Ahsan Manzil
Ahsan Manzil was the former official residence and seat of the Nawab of Dhaka. The structure is located in Kumartoli, Bangladesh, on the banks of the Buriganga River. Construction began in 1859 and was finished in 1872. It was designed in the Indo-Saracenic Revival style. It has been named a national museum. Given the historical and architectural value of Ahsan Manzil Palace, the government has been working to preserve it since the end of Pakistan's administration. Following Bangladesh's independence, the majority of the Nawab family's famous members traveled abroad in pursuit of a living and work. Trespassing allowed for unauthorised residence, and excruciatingly filthy slums built up in and around the palace as a result of the neglect of the authorities.
The palace's owners chose to sell it at auction in 1974. However, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Bangladesh's then-Prime Minister and Father of the Nation, cancelled the auction idea. He recognized its historical and architectural significance, and on November 2, 1974, he ordered the establishment of a museum and tourism center here following thorough conservation. According to Bangabandhu's directive, the Bangladesh National Museum submitted a scheme with an estimated cost. However, due to the unfortunate assassination of Bangabandhu, the work was hampered.
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Address: Latif Complex, Islampur Rd, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Opening Hours:
- Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun (10:30am - 5:30pm)
- Fri (3am - 8pm)Thrusday is Closed
Phone: +88 017 386 96914
