Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah Hall, Dhaka

Name: Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah Hall
Address: Tejgaon Circle, Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Telephone: +880 2-9661900

#184 among attractions in Dhaka

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Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah Hall is one of the three founding residential halls of the University of Dhaka. Established in 1921 as Lyton Hall it was subsequently renamed Dhaka Hall and renamed again for the famous linguist Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah following his death in 1969. ()

Opened: 1921 (104 years ago)Floors: 5Coordinates: 23°43'36"N, 90°24'3"E

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Tejgaon Circle, Dhakaরমনা থানা (ramana thana)Dhaka Bangladesh

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+880 2-9661900

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Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah Hall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Suhrawardy Udyan, Bangabandhu National Stadium, Shaheed Minar, Mausoleum of Three Leaders.

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Sport venue, Sport
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Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka
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~1390 ftW
Monument honoring political martyrs
Shaheed Minar, Dhaka
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~880 ftN
Mausoleum, Islamic architecture
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~390 ftN
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~1860 ftSW
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Mosque
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah Hall?

Nearby attractions include Musa Khan Mosque, Dhaka (1 min walk), Curzon Hall, Dhaka (2 min walk), Dhaka Gate, Dhaka (4 min walk), Mausoleum of Three Leaders, Dhaka (5 min walk).

How to get to Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah Hall by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah Hall:

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Fulbaria Bus Depot (18 min walk)
Greenline Bus Terminal (39 min walk)