Moder Gorob, Dhaka

Name: Moder Gorob
Address: Dhaka, Bangladesh

#108 among attractions in Dhaka

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Moder Gorob or Our Pride is a sculpture situated in front of Bangla Academy building in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It was dedicated to the memory of those killed during the Bengali Language Movement demonstrations of 1952, when protesters demanding Bengali as a state language of former Dominion of Pakistan were massacred by Pakistan Police. ()

Local name: মোদের গরবCompleted: 2007 (17 years ago)Coordinates: 23°43'48"N, 90°23'49"E

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রমনা থানা (ramana thana)Dhaka Bangladesh

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Moder Gorob – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1270 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport
Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhaka
7 min walk • Suhrawardy Udyan, a sprawling historical park situated in the heart of Dhaka, Bangladesh, is not only an urban green space but also a witness to some of the most pivotal events in the nation's history. Although it is tagged as a sport venue, its significance extends...
1.1 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka
27 min walk • Bangabandhu National Stadium, formerly known as Dhaka Stadium, stands as a testament to the sporting spirit in the heart of Dhaka, Bangladesh. This multifunctional sports venue, with a seating capacity of approximately 36,000, is the epicenter for various national...
~880 ftS
Monument honoring political martyrs
Shaheed Minar, Dhaka
5 min walk • The Shaheed Minar, nestled in the bustling city of Dhaka, Bangladesh, stands as a poignant memorial to the brave souls who laid down their lives for the Bengali Language Movement in 1952. This solemn edifice is a symbol of the country's struggle for linguistic...
~1050 ftE
Mausoleum, Islamic architecture
Mausoleum of Three Leaders, Dhaka
6 min walk • The Mausoleum of Three Leaders stands as a solemn tribute to the political history and heritage of Bangladesh, situated in the bustling capital city of Dhaka. This historic structure serves as the final resting place for three significant leaders of the country: A.
~1600 ftSE
Park, Architecture
Curzon Hall, Dhaka
8 min walk • Curzon Hall, a testament to the architectural grandeur of the British Raj era, stands proudly at the heart of Dhaka, Bangladesh. This magnificent building, named after Lord Curzon, the then Viceroy of India, is not only an educational edifice but also a historical...
~1410 ftN
Memorial, Modernist architecture
Swadhinata Stambha, Dhaka
7 min walk • Swadhinata Stambha, or Independence Monument, is a poignant emblem of national pride located in the bustling city of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Situated in the Suhrawardy Udyan, the site is steeped in historical significance as it stands on the grounds where the country's...
~1690 ftN
Museum
Museum of Independence, Dhaka
9 min walk • In the heart of Dhaka, Bangladesh, the Museum of Independence stands as a solemn reminder of the country's struggle for sovereignty and the birth of a nation. This museum, a significant landmark in the capital city, is dedicated to the historical events leading up...
~1190 ftE
Mosque
Shahbaz Khan Mosque, Dhaka
6 min walk • Shahbaz Khan Mosque is a historic mosque located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Located near Mir Jumla’s Gate, this mosque serves as an example of late Mughal architecture in Bengal, known as the Shaista Khan architectural style.
~720 ftN
Memorial
Greek Memorial, Dhaka
4 min walk • Greeks were the last among European merchants to come to Bangladesh. They came to Bangladesh around the 18th century. They constructed a memorial in Dhaka. It was constructed for the memory of the Greek merchants who died while in Dhaka.
~1730 ftSE
Mosque
Musa Khan Mosque, Dhaka
9 min walk • Musa Khan Mosque is one of the few Mughal structures on Bangladesh that stands in the southern part of the country's capital Dhaka.
0.4 miN
Park
Shishu Park, Dhaka
12 min walk • Shishu Park is the only public sector children's amusement park in Shahbag, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Established in 1979 on 15 acres of land, it is the first children's amusement park in Bangladesh.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Moder Gorob?

Nearby attractions include Institute of Information Technology, Dhaka (3 min walk), Institute of Statistical Research and Training, Dhaka (4 min walk), World War Memorial, Dhaka (4 min walk), Greek Memorial, Dhaka (4 min walk).

How to get to Moder Gorob by public transport?

The nearest stations to Moder Gorob:

Bus

Fulbaria Bus Depot (26 min walk)