Hindu temple, Dhaka
Dhakeshwari Templeঢাকেশ্বরী মন্দির
- Time needed
- Half an hour to an hour.
- best months
- Oct–Feb
- Cost
- Free.
The national temple of Bangladesh, an old shrine of the goddess Dhakeshwari after whom, by tradition, the city is named; the centre of Durga Puja in Dhaka.
At a glance
- Status
- National temple
About
The temple stands near Lalbagh in a walled compound with a main shrine, a row of small Shiva temples and a pond. Its origin is old and wrapped in legend; the buildings have been rebuilt and repaired many times.
It is busiest during Durga Puja, when the city's largest celebration is held here. At other times it is a quiet place to visit with respect.
Getting there: Rickshaw from Lalbagh or Palashi, a few minutes.
Things to do
- Visit during Durga Puja to see the festival at its biggest.
Good to know
- Remove your shoes where asked and ask before photographing worship.
