Description:
Each tourist's attraction and thoughts are different. A tourist likes natural beauty. Others like historical architecture.
Bangladesh also has some remarkable architecture that has been attracting tourists since prehistoric times. Dhaka's Curzon Hall is a major tourist attraction. At present it is included in the Faculty of Science and Biological Sciences of Dhaka University.
History:
The then Viceroy and Governor General of India Lord Curzon laid the foundation stone of Curzon Hall on 19 February 1904. Dhaka was presented as the provincial capital after the partition of Bengal was announced. Curzon Hall is one of the important prehistoric buildings. The prince of Bhawal paid for its construction.
On the occasion of the arrival of Baralat Bahadur, the princes of Bhawal, who are present here, donated one and a half lakh rupees for the construction of a general library named 'Curzon Hall' to commemorate the name of Lord Curzon Bahadur.
After the partition of Bengal was canceled in 1911, Dhaka College classes were moved to Curzon Hall. Then, when Dhaka University was established in 1921, Curzon Hall was attached to the Department of Science. That includes so far.
According to the History, Pakistan was formed in 1947 after the partition of India. Urdu is chosen as the state language. During the Bengali language movement from 1948 to 1956, various important events were held at Curzon Hall.
Attractions:
In 1904 Lord George Nathaniel Curzon, Viceroy of India laid the foundation stone of this Curzon Hall. This building is named Curzon Hall after him.
The building has a history with a beautiful blend of European and Mughal architectural styles. Some parts of its architecture show the impression of Muslim architecture.
The exterior of the building is made of dark red bricks. The arched domes are built in harmony with Mughal architecture and modern architecture.
Curzon Hall carries the heritage of ancient Bengal from that time. Its indoor and outdoor surroundings are very pleasant for the visitors. Amazing architecture inside
The extraordinary architecture inside will impress any tourist. At the same time, the different types of flowers in the outdoor garden will satisfy the eyes and the fragrance of the flowers will cheer the mind. Adjacent to Curzon Hall is a pond which adds to the beauty of Curzon Hall.
