My Dhaka

My Dhaka

Reviving Dhaka’s classic cane furniture traditions

Hollowed cane chairs with pillowy cushions in white cotton covers surrounded a cane centre table with a glass top, on which, there would be a brass flower vase, posing with beautiful pink roses or gardenias from the garden -- this was how verandas looked years ago in Dhaka, or casual day rooms. Cane furniture was a timeless and vintage home décor style in Dhaka homes of the sixties.

2w ago

What was in Ahsan Manzil's place before it was built?

The site was acquired in the 1830s by Khwaja Alimullah, father of Abdul Ghani, from the French. There was a French factory or trading centre on the site.

3w ago

Beyond cats and dogs: The overlooked wildlife of Dhaka

Often in Dhaka, when we think about animals around us, we most think about lazy cats basking in the sun or brave dogs patrolling neighbourhoods with their ever-watchful eyes.

3w ago

Dhaka in motion: Views from a Metro Ride

Have you ever felt a sense of stillness when riding the metro in Dhaka? No, not the kind that implies silence or rest -- Dhaka doesn’t allow for that -- but a quieter hum, like the city holding its breath? I am sure you did, if you somehow managed to take a ride during a less crowded hour, since it’s hard for anyone to even breathe inside during the rush hour!

3w ago

The haunting of Bahadur Shah Park

What is so unsettling about this park? Some visitors have claimed to encounter strange voices, sightings, and a feeling of uneasiness when they were in the area. 

4w ago

5 serene escapes in Dhaka to reconnect with nature

Nestled in the heart of Old Dhaka, Baldah Garden is a haven of natural beauty. As you step into the century-old botanical garden, an array of rare species of plants welcomes you. The diverse foliage, like orchids, cacti, conservatory and wall plants, offer a scenic break.

1m ago

1971 War Through a Child’s Eyes: Innocence Meets Reality

When our Liberation War broke out, I was just shy of two. I have no recollection of what happened around me during that period.

1m ago

Stuck in traffic? These winter snacks are worth the detour

Snacking on the streets of this city is nothing short of a culinary treat, and if you add the streets of Old Dhaka to the list, then it is an epicurean ball.

1m ago

Reviving Dhaka’s classic cane furniture traditions

Hollowed cane chairs with pillowy cushions in white cotton covers surrounded a cane centre table with a glass top, on which, there would be a brass flower vase, posing with beautiful pink roses or gardenias from the garden -- this was how verandas looked years ago in Dhaka, or casual day rooms. Cane furniture was a timeless and vintage home décor style in Dhaka homes of the sixties.

2w ago

What was in Ahsan Manzil's place before it was built?

The site was acquired in the 1830s by Khwaja Alimullah, father of Abdul Ghani, from the French. There was a French factory or trading centre on the site.

3w ago

Beyond cats and dogs: The overlooked wildlife of Dhaka

Often in Dhaka, when we think about animals around us, we most think about lazy cats basking in the sun or brave dogs patrolling neighbourhoods with their ever-watchful eyes.

3w ago

Dhaka in motion: Views from a Metro Ride

Have you ever felt a sense of stillness when riding the metro in Dhaka? No, not the kind that implies silence or rest -- Dhaka doesn’t allow for that -- but a quieter hum, like the city holding its breath? I am sure you did, if you somehow managed to take a ride during a less crowded hour, since it’s hard for anyone to even breathe inside during the rush hour!

3w ago

The haunting of Bahadur Shah Park

What is so unsettling about this park? Some visitors have claimed to encounter strange voices, sightings, and a feeling of uneasiness when they were in the area. 

4w ago

5 serene escapes in Dhaka to reconnect with nature

Nestled in the heart of Old Dhaka, Baldah Garden is a haven of natural beauty. As you step into the century-old botanical garden, an array of rare species of plants welcomes you. The diverse foliage, like orchids, cacti, conservatory and wall plants, offer a scenic break.

1m ago

1971 War Through a Child’s Eyes: Innocence Meets Reality

When our Liberation War broke out, I was just shy of two. I have no recollection of what happened around me during that period.

1m ago

Stuck in traffic? These winter snacks are worth the detour

Snacking on the streets of this city is nothing short of a culinary treat, and if you add the streets of Old Dhaka to the list, then it is an epicurean ball.

1m ago

When men cook, care, and connect: The era of new masculinity

The new buzzword in town is ‘inclusive.’ It doesn’t refer only to gender inclusion; rather, from a more relevant and broader point of view, being inclusive makes us learn about disability inclusion, social and workplace inclusion, and parental inclusion, to name a few.

1m ago

Dhaka’s must-visit festivals and fairs this December

The much-awaited funfair of the month will be the three-day-long "Zainul Utsab" and "Zainul Mela" to be held at Charukola

1m ago