Old Dhaka

On left, firefighters using ladder to get close to the fire and bring it under control. On right, a specialised unit entering the building with oxygen cylinders to fully douse the flame. Photos: Zia Chowdhury
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Chawkbazar fire under control

The fire broke out at 3:30am and was brought under control at 6am

Photo: Collected
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Fire at Old Dhaka printing press under control

Fire engulfs shoe factory in Old Dhaka on 11 March 2024. Photo: TBS
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Shoe factory fire in Old Dhaka doused

Photo: Collected
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Fire under control in Old Dhaka Shoe Factory

Renovation work taking place at the historic Lalkuthi in Old Dhaka. Photo: Collected
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Mayor Taposh instructs BIWTA to remove infrastructures from river basin near Lalkuthi

This house in Lalbagh was demolished to make way for a six-storey apartment building. Photo: Syed Zakir Hossain
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Fading splendours: Tales of heritage homes in Old Dhaka

Old Dhaka residents gather on their rooftops, transforming them into vibrant launchpads for the kite festival. Photo: TBS
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Shakrain fest thrills Old Dhaka amid chilling cold

Firefighters battle to extinguish flames at a shop adjacent to Beauty Lacchi in Old Dhaka's Nazira Bazar, erupting during the city's New Year celebrations on 1 January. Photo: TBS
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Fire at old Dhaka shop amid New Year celebrations

The remnants of old Wari seem to be on their way out. Photo: Noor-A-Alam
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Old Dhaka's Wari: From cultural hub to just another urban jungle

Dhola Zamindar Bari still stands in its original condition on 38 Rankin Street, Wari. It housed Poet Saleha Chowdhury’s (Dr Nandy’s neighbour and his daughter’s friend) family in the 1950s. Photo: Saleh Shafiq
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How Dr Nandy left a rich legacy in Wari

Whether you are exploring the bustling streets or sitting down for a traditional meal, Old Dhaka's food heritage offers a journey that delights the taste buds and nourishes the soul. Photos: Noor-A-Alam
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Exploring the past through 'Old Dhaka Food Map'

Photo: Saqlain Rizve
Food

Food safari: Sehri outing in Dhaka

A shopkeeper is showing a customer one of the most expensive items of perfume in the Mitford area in Old Dhaka. Noor-A-Alam
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Lost in the aroma of Old Dhaka's perfumery business