A Cultural Landmark
Ahsan Manzil is a historical palace located in the old part of Dhaka, Bangladesh. It was built during the colonial era in the late 19th century by the Nawab of Dhaka and was later used as the official residence of the British Governor of East Bengal and Assam. Today, Ahsan Manzil serves as a museum and tourist attraction, showcasing the cultural and historical heritage of the city and the country.
Suggested Duration - 2 hours
Some of the main attractions of the museum include the magnificent architecture of the palace, the beautiful gardens and courtyards, and the collection of furniture, utensils, and other household items used by the Nawabs. Visitors can also see the royal throne, the ballroom, and the banquet hall, which were used for various social events during the Nawab era.
The joy of travel comes in exploring new things. Planting your feet somewhere you’ve never been before brings with it the rush of discovery and the joy of pushing back on the boundaries of your world.
But when one does arrive at that fresh frontier, there are ways better than others to begin your journey of discovery. Follow these steps and see the world with a new light.
• Discover a new city through a food tour. Food tour’s are the easiest way to take a tour, learn about the local delicacies, and the best of all, get great tips that aren’t just “local” tips for tourists, but sometimes, lessons for a lifetime too
• Use Public Transportation. When you are in a new city, you can possibly see places and people that you wouldn’t normally see when simply walking to the places that checks your list. Some buses or rails take you to parts of the city you wouldn’t get to see otherwise. Whilst using public transportation, just ensure that you are following the local norms and do remember to watch the locals!
• Find a local festival. Go beyond what other tourists might do while visiting a place. Look for the unique things you would want to do. Use social media or the local tourism website to find out what’s going on locally. You may have to move out of the center of the city to do some of the less popular but more unique things, so just keep that in mind!
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