Lalbagh Fort
Dhaka · History and heritage
November – February
Central Shaheed Minar
What you can see and do
Near Dhaka Medical College, the Central Shaheed Minar commemorates those killed in the 1952 Language Movement. Its red disc and white columns have become symbols of Bengali language and identity. Large crowds bring flowers at dawn on 21 February; on other days visitors can see the memorial in a quieter setting.
How to get there
The memorial is beside Dhaka Medical College and the University of Dhaka. Walk or take a rickshaw from Shahbag or Palashi; traffic and access arrangements change on 21 February.
Safety notes
Do not climb on old walls or ruins or write on them; check the opening hours and closing days first.
Other travel details
- When to go: February–December
- How long to allow: About 1 hours
Put together from the site’s own information. Check the weather and local conditions before you go.
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