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Ahsan Manzil

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Ahsan Manzil is a historic palace situated on the banks of the Buriganga River in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It served as the official residential palace and seat of the Nawab of Dhaka during the British colonial period. Named after Nawab Khwaja Ahsanullah, the building was completed in 1872 and now functions as a museum preserving the history of the region's ruling elite.

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What is Ahsan Manzil?

Ahsan Manzil is a historic palace on the banks of the Buriganga River in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It served as the official residence and seat of the Nawab of Dhaka.

Who was Ahsan Manzil named after?

The palace was named after Nawab Khwaja Ahsanullah. He was associated with the Nawab family that used the building as its residential and administrative centre.

Where is Ahsan Manzil located?

Ahsan Manzil is located beside the Buriganga River in Dhaka. Its riverside position was important to the historic identity of the Nawab's palace complex.

What was Ahsan Manzil used for during the British colonial period?

During the British colonial period, it served as the residential palace and seat of the Nawab of Dhaka. It was therefore both a private residence and a centre of elite political life.

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