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Bangla Bazar

Coordinates: 22°36′N 91°39′E / 22.600°N 91.650°E / 22.600; 91.650
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Not to be confused with Bangabazar.

Bangla Bazar (Bengali: বাংলা বাজার) is the oldest neighbourhood of Dhaka, which existed before Mughal Period.[1] Currently, the largest publication and book market of Dhaka is located in the area.

History

Some historians think that Bangla Bazar was the center of the 'Bangala' city mentioned by many travelers. Some others think that Bangla Bazar was established in Sultani period when the word 'Bangala' became popular.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b Mamoon, Mutassir. Dhaka Smriti Bismritir Nagari (Fourth ed.). Ananya. p. 180. ISBN 9789844121041.

22°36′N 91°39′E / 22.600°N 91.650°E / 22.600; 91.650


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