📖 About this place
Lalbagh Fort was begun in 1678 as a Mughal fortress and was never completed. Inside are the tomb of Pari Bibi, an audience hall and a mosque. Green lawns, a water channel and aged brickwork make it a favourite for photos. A small museum shows Mughal-era weapons and coins.
🚌 How to go
It stands in the Lalbagh area of Old Dhaka. From Gulistan or Shahbagh a rickshaw or CNG takes 30-45 minutes and costs about 100-200 BDT.
🏨 Where to stay
Basic hotels nearby cost 1,500-3,000 BDT, though most visitors stay in Gulshan or Motijheel.
🍽️ Food
Nearby you can try Haji biryani, bakarkhani bread and Old Dhaka kebabs.
📍 Nearby attractions
Ahsan Manzil, Sadarghat, Armenian Church
🛡️ Safety tips
Watch for pickpockets in crowds and plan to leave before dark.
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