Dhaka

Bangladesh

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Passenger ferries along the Buriganga River (Old Ganges).

Passenger ferries along the Buriganga River (Old Ganges).

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Dhaka is not a quiet, retiring place. The city, bursting with nearly 17 million people (most of whom often seem to be stuck in the same traffic jam as you), is a gloriously noisy and chaotic place, bubbling with energy.

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From people-watching at the ferry terminal to visiting the city’s most beautiful mosques, here’s our pick of the best free things to do in Dhaka.

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