Cultural & Spiritual Heritage of Dhaka

Dhaka, the historic capital along the Buriganga River, serves as the spiritual heart of Bangladesh’s Hindu community. Home to Dhakeshwari National Temple—the century-old national shrine from which the city takes its name—Dhaka hosts grand annual celebrations for Durga Puja, Janmashtami Shobhajatra, and Saraswati Puja at Jagannath Hall. From ancient neighborhood mandirs in Old Dhaka to modern community centers, the district reflects vibrant devotion and cultural heritage.