Composition : My Home Town or The City of Dhaka

I am a resident of Dhaka, which is an old historical city. Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh and stands as one of the most famous and densely populated capital cities in the world.

Dhaka is situated on the northern bank of the river Buriganga. The city stretches across a vast area, connecting various suburban regions. Today, it has grown exponentially, and more than 2 crore people live in this bustling mega-city.

Subedar Islam Khan was the historic founder of the city during the Mughal era. Islampur Road, a famous commercial street in old Dhaka, still reminds us of Subedar Islam Khan's legacy.

Dhaka is a vibrant city filled with a mix of tradition and modernity. It is often called the "City of Mosques" due to its numerous fine mosques, alongside beautiful churches and ancient temples. The old Mughal fort of ‘Lalbagh’ and the magnificent Ahsan Manzil still exist as proud symbols of the city's rich past. Among its many attractions, the National Museum, Gono Bhaban, the Supreme Court, Curzon Hall, Salimullah Muslim Hall, Ramna Park, and the bustling New Market are highly worth seeing. The city also features large stadiums where tens of thousands of people witness exciting sports events. Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport connects this capital city to the rest of the world, making it a true cosmopolitan hub.

Dhaka is the greatest center of education in Bangladesh. The University of Dhaka (known as the Oxford of the East), the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), several top-tier medical colleges, numerous schools, colleges, and madrasas are key educational institutions shaping the nation's future.

In terms of economy, Dhaka is the prime commercial and financial heart of Bangladesh. The city is seamlessly connected to various parts of the country by extensive railway networks, highways, and riverways. It is a major trading hub that handles various goods, including traditional leather hides and jute products. Historically, Dhaka was world-famous for its legendary, ultra-fine ‘Muslin’ fabric. Even today, the traditional conch-shell bangles and exquisite Jamdani saris of Dhaka remain famous worldwide for their unmatched quality and artistry.