Dhaka

Dhaka

Capital of Bangladesh

Description

Dhaka is the capital city of Bangladesh, in southern Asia. Set beside the Buriganga River, it’s at the center of national government, trade and culture. The 17th-century old city was the Mughal capital of Bengal, and many palaces and mosques remain. American architect Louis Khan’s National Parliament House complex typifies the huge, fast-growing modern metropolis.

Area: 306.4 km²

Urban area: 306 km²

Weather: 29°C, Wind S at 11 km/h, 81% Humidity

Local time: Friday 9:10 AM

Postal code: 1000, 1100, 12xx, 13xx

Population: 8.906 million (2011) United Nations

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