About Lalbagh Fort

The Lalbagh Fort is an incomplete structure commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Muhammad Azam. Bibi Pari was the daughter of Shaista Khan, who had succeeded Azam. The mausoleum built for her is decorated with multi-colored tiles and constructed with black basalt from the Rajmahal Hills and marble from Rajputana. The door of the entrance is made of sandalwood and is decorated with Chinese crisscross patterns. The floor of the structure is just as beautiful, featuring fractals made from marble and black stone. The Governor's residence in Lalbagh Fort has an ornamental fountain and tank with warm water for bathing. Lalbagh was designed with a network of secret tunnels, in the event of warfare. Unfortunately, the structure was never fully completed and remained unoccupied and unused for a long time.

Must See

  • The tomb of Bibi Pari. Considered on par with Humayun's tomb in beauty.
    • Its sandalwood door is adorned with Chinese patterns.
    • The floor of the tomb chamber is marble and black stone laid out as beautiful fractals.
    • The Octangle dome wrapped in brass plating that holds Bibi Pari's corpse.
    • The Hammam is covered by the dome with an opening for ventilation and natural light.
  • The Governer's residence with its ornamental fountain.

How to reach

Take a cycle-rickshaw from Topkhana Road and ask the driver to take you here. The ride should take you 20 mins and cost 30 TK (4.5KM).

 

The Lalbagh Fort is 3.5KM when taking the Dhakeshwari road. Take an autorickshaw and pay 36TK.

Tips

  • Dress conservatively and comfortably.
  • Refrain from drinking alcohol or smoking.
  • Maintain silence inside the premises.
  • Do not litter.
  • Do not damage the mausoleum walls in any way.
  • Remember to stay hydrated.

Visit Time

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Friday:9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturday:9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

         

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Waiting Time

Nil

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

 

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Haze 26.98°C

 

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