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Bahadur Shah Park Water Tank

Historical landmark

👍👍 Its a iconic structure in old Dhaka.This water tank was built in the British Era. Now it's a heritage. People often mention water, tank, Dhaka, people, Park, structure,


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Johnson Rd, Dhaka, Bangladesh

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4.20 (666 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Monaem K. 1 year ago on Google
    Its a iconic structure in old Dhaka.This water tank was built in the British Era. Now it's a heritage.
    31 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Muhatashamon N. 2 years ago on Google • 86 reviews
    I don't know much about this water tank, nor how well preserved it is. But always liked this iconic structure. It is really unique and reminds me of the golden days of ancient dhaka. I hope the archeological department will come forward to preserve it in good condition.
    28 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 rahid h. 1 year ago on Google • 452 reviews
    Its a iconic structure in old Dhaka. Once it used to supply drinkable water. Although its near my Area but i never went there to know its history. InshaAllah will gather ita information soon
    18 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Surja D. 6 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    Most oldest water tank in old Dhaka next to Victoria Park Love this place
    21 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mukul R. 4 years ago on Google • 814 reviews
    It is very big water tank which made during the Nawab period of Bengal to provide pure water to the people of Dhaka. It is situated on west of Govt. Kai Nazrul college. It is very beautiful. You will be surprised to think how this huge water tank was made during that time with no advanced techniques of present day. I was surprised to know its history and to see its size with beauty.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Chowdhury S. 3 years ago on Google • 428 reviews
    Oldest tan of old Dhaka.Nicely Architecturally build up.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Md Mahidul I. 5 months ago on Google • 105 reviews
    Dhaka's first water tank. The first water tank that supplied water to Dhaka city is located on the north side of Bahadur Shah Park. The Nawab family of Dhaka took special initiatives to provide clean water to the people of Dhaka. Nawab Abdul Ghani received the KCMI (King Commander of the Order of the Star of India) title in 1871. He is famous in the area as Gani Mia. He donated 50 thousand taka for the welfare of the people of Dhaka in the joy of getting the title. The purpose is to provide clean water for the people of Dhaka. All in all, the amount of the Nawab's family's expenses in addition to the government's expenses stood at 9 lakh 5 thousand 350 taka. This is the first case of providing clean water to the people of this region. However, before that, Sakka or Vistiwalas in Dhaka city used to supply water with the help of muskets until the sixties of the last century. The place where Saqqara lived is now known as Sikkatuli. Later Dhaka WASA (Water Supply and Sewerage Authority) was established in 1963. In 1989, Dhaka's drainage system was handed over to Dhaka WASA. This water tank is part of our historical heritage. The Directorate of Archeology should take them under its purview. So that common people can know its history.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mokit H. 4 years ago on Google • 235 reviews
    Old historical water tank specially according to the local people it was the first drinkable water tank build by Nawab family which supplied the water among this area. But, unfortunately this water tank is now not used and day after days the tank construction is damaging. Below this water tank, you will find a famous tea stall also.

  • 4/5 Mirza Syeedul Islam B. 1 year ago on Google • 157 reviews
    One of the oldest landmarks near Victoria Park at old Dhaka. Built during the British era, this water tank used to supply water to nearby community. According to the locals, this was the first water tank built by the Dhaka Nawabs. Unfortunately, this heritage site has not been preserved properly. The whole structure is currently covered with posters and paper advertisements. The surrounding places have also been illegally occupied by small businessmen and rickshaws.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 emon g. 2 months ago on Google • 137 reviews New
    Old structure, on the street. It’s create a gate like entrance and also there a water tank for city. That time people use water form reservoir

  • 5/5 Md Anowar H. 4 years ago on Google
    Dhaka city First water drinkable pump
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Shuvo D. 3 months ago on Google • 80 reviews New
    Its a old abandoned water tank beside Bahdur Shah Park, Lakkhibazar.

  • 4/5 Sheikh Ibrahim H. 1 year ago on Google
    Its a iconic structure in old Dhaka.This water tank was built in the British Era. Now it's a heritage. It is very big water tank which made during the Nawab period of Bengal to provide pure water to the people of Dhaka. It is situated on west of Govt. Kai Nazrul college. It is very beautiful. You will be surprised to think how this huge water tank was made during that time with no advanced techniques of present day. I was surprised to know its history and to see its size with beauty. Thank you
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Papel Mahammud P. 3 years ago on Google
    The oldest water tank in old Dhaka.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Pantho S. 9 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    It was the first safe water tank of Dhaka constructed in 1878. This 144 year old water tank is now an archaeological site of significant importance with negligence of proper care and representation as a tourist spot. There is a mazar on the ground floor. Around the tank there are several temporary businesses incorporated. The overall situation is not healthy for representing this historic place. In 2020 , RAJUK declared this tank as historical monuments for ensuring proper care of this historical place. The local people call it as 'Bahadur Shah Park Panir Tank' It is a very easy to go destination. Almost all bus services heading towards Sadarghat have their last destination in front of this monument. So, it is easy bro go. Visitors can enjoy Bahadur Shah Park, commonly known as Victoria Park , the place where the rebels of Shipahi Rebellion are tortured to death. There is wheelchair accessibility and there are food hotels near it in case you need to have a quality lunch. This place is of no use to see at night. So, daytime tours will be fruitful especially during the afternoon. The temples, church or mosque are near this place in case you need to offer prayers.

  • 5/5 mdjaved m. 9 months ago on Google
    1 of the best sturcture in bd

  • 5/5 The F. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place. I drink a one cup tea. The tea was made by Sultan Mama! But now he is no more! May Allah grand him Jannat.

  • 5/5 Sumaya A. 2 years ago on Google
    Because beside this Road My Brother Has Some one Special Who Across That Everyday so I Loved it

  • 4/5 Deep c. 1 year ago on Google
    It's an old water tank,Which is stand on behind of Bahadur shah park.

  • 5/5 আল্লাহর দান ড্রাইভিং �. 2 years ago on Google
    Allahordandriving school

  • 4/5 Md.Tanveer S. 2 years ago on Google
    This water tank was built in the British Era. Now it's a heritage. The surrounding and inside area has been illegally occupied. It should be well maintained and preserved.

  • 2/5 Shamima S. 2 years ago on Google
    Roads are damaged... Over block road...

  • 4/5 Believers T. 2 years ago on Google
    Situated near dhaka's oldest oil pump.

  • 2/5 javed i. 2 years ago on Google
    It was a nice historical park of Dhaka, Bangladesh.

  • 4/5 Md. H. 2 years ago on Google
    A Structure Standing without giving any services!

  • 4/5 Nabouth H. 2 years ago on Google
    It's historic monument but govt had no consciousness abouth it

  • 5/5 Shuvo S. 3 years ago on Google
    Night sight of Bahadur shah park. New construction is amazing.


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