In Memory of the Martyrs
Central Shaheed Minar is a national monument located in Dhaka. The monument was built in memory of the martyrs of the language movement of 1952, which was a pivotal moment in the country's history. The language movement was a protest against the Pakistani government's decision to make Urdu the only official language in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh). On February 21, 1952, students and activists organized a peaceful demonstration in Dhaka, demanding that Bangla be given equal status as a national language. The police opened fire on the demonstrators, killing several people, and sparking further protests and unrest.
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The Shaheed Minar was built in memory of the martyrs of the language movement. The monument is a tall, white structure with a series of arches and pillars. It is located in the heart of Dhaka, near the Dhaka Medical College Hospital, and is a popular spot for visitors and locals alike.
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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