Azimpur, Dhaka

#247 among attractions in Dhaka

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Azimpur is an old region in the old part of Dhaka, capital of Bangladesh. The region is named after Shahzada Azam, son of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Other accounts attribute the name to Azim-us-Shaan, the Nayeb-e-Nazim of Dhaka during the early 18th century. This area started to decay in the colonial era. In 1850 Azimpur shown as a no man's land in the map of surveyor general. In 1950 this area redesigned as the government employee's residence. ()

Area: 0.45 mi²Coordinates: 23°43'48"N, 90°23'6"E

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লালবাগ থানা (lalabaga thana)Dhaka Bangladesh

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Azimpur – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhakeshwari Temple, Shimanto Square, Azimpur Dayera Sharif Khanqah.

0.9 miE
Sport venue, Sport
Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhaka
23 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...
0.6 miSE
Prominent 12th-century Hindu temple
Dhakeshwari Temple, Dhaka
16 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Dhaka, Bangladesh, the Dhakeshwari Temple stands as a revered emblem of the nation's spiritual heritage and cultural diversity. This ancient Hindu temple, whose name translates to "Goddess of Dhaka," has been a beacon of devotion...
0.8 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Shimanto Square, Dhaka
20 min walk • Shimanto Square stands as a vibrant beacon of commerce in the bustling city of Dhaka, Bangladesh. This shopping center, located in the heart of the city, offers a unique blend of retail experiences, dining options, and cultural activities, attracting both locals...
0.4 miS
Sacred and religious sites, Islamic architecture
Azimpur Dayera Sharif Khanqah, Dhaka
10 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Dhaka, Bangladesh, the Azimpur Dayera Sharif Khanqah serves as a spiritual oasis and a significant religious site for the local Muslim community. This revered Sufi shrine, dating back to the Mughal era, is the final resting place of the...
0.6 miS
Mosque, Sacred and religious sites
Khan Mohammad Mridha Mosque, Dhaka
17 min walk • The Khan Mohammad Mirza Mosque is a historical mosque near Lalbagh Fort in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
0.7 miNE
Mosque
Katabon Mosque, Dhaka
19 min walk • Katabon Mosque in Shahbag, Dhaka is a center for Muslim missionaries in Bangladesh. It houses the Bangladesh Masjid Mission and is officially named as the "Bangladesh Masjid Mission Complex Central Mosque". It is founded at the stables of Dhaka Nawab Family.
0.7 miE
Memorial
Greek Memorial, Dhaka
19 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.
~770 ftNW
Mosque
Azimpur Mosque, Dhaka
4 min walk • Azimpur Mosque is located beside the Azimpur graveyard in Dhaka. A Persian inscription in the mosque indicates that the mosque was built in 1746 AD by one Fayzul Alam.
1.1 miSE
Shopping, Market
Chowk Bazaar, Dhaka
30 min walk • Chawk Bazaar is a well known bazaar in Chowkbazar Thana, Old Dhaka, Bangladesh. It dates back to the Mughal period.
0.6 miNE
Palace
Israt Manzil Palace, Dhaka
17 min walk • Israt Manzil was one of the royal residences of the Nawabs of Dhaka. The mansion served as a retreat for members of the Dhaka Nawab Family.
0.7 miE
Library
Dhaka University Library, Dhaka
18 min walk • The Dhaka University Library is the central library of the University of Dhaka which started in 1921 with a collection of eighteen thousand books received from Dhaka College and Law College.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Azimpur?

Nearby attractions include College of Home Economics, Dhaka (4 min walk), Azimpur Mosque, Dhaka (4 min walk), Eden Mohila College, Dhaka (4 min walk), Nilkhet, Dhaka (7 min walk).