College of Home Economics, Dhaka

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American Ford Foundation & Oklahoma State University, USA and the government of East Pakistan started the college in the year 1961 with just twenty-five students. This is the first college of Bangladesh for studying Home Economics. Mrs Hamida Khanam was the founder principal of this college. ()

Coordinates: 23°43'54"N, 90°23'9"E

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লালবাগ থানা (lalabaga thana)Dhaka Bangladesh

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College of Home Economics – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bangladesh National Museum, Suhrawardy Udyan, Shimanto Square, Azimpur Dayera Sharif Khanqah.

0.7 miNE
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Bangladesh National Museum, Dhaka
18 min walk • The Bangladesh National Museum, positioned in the heart of Dhaka, serves as a custodian of the nation's rich cultural heritage and history. Established in 1913, it has evolved into the premier institution of its kind in Bangladesh, offering visitors a comprehensive...
0.8 miE
Sport venue, Sport
Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhaka
21 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...
0.7 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Shimanto Square, Dhaka
19 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...
0.5 miS
Sacred and religious sites, Islamic architecture
Azimpur Dayera Sharif Khanqah, Dhaka
14 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 miNE
Mosque
Katabon Mosque, Dhaka
15 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
17 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.
~940 ftW
Mosque
Azimpur Mosque, Dhaka
5 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.
1.2 miSE
Shopping, Market
Chowk Bazaar, Dhaka
31 min walk • Chawk Bazaar is a well known bazaar in Chowkbazar Thana, Old Dhaka, Bangladesh. It dates back to the Mughal period.
0.7 miNE
Library
Central Public Library, Dhaka
17 min walk • The Sufia Kamal National Public Library of Bangladesh is the largest public library in Bangladesh and houses the central administration of the Department of Public Libraries, under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. The library was previously named as "Central Public Library" between 2004 and 2010.
0.5 miE
Palace
Israt Manzil Palace, Dhaka
14 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.
0.6 miE
Library
Dhaka University Library, Dhaka
15 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 College of Home Economics?

Nearby attractions include Azimpur, Dhaka (4 min walk), Azimpur Mosque, Dhaka (5 min walk), Nilkhet, Dhaka (5 min walk), Eden Mohila College, Dhaka (7 min walk).