Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, well known as city of fine muslin, mosques and rickshaws has a fairly long history of evolution. Before it rose into prominence as Mughal capital of Bengal in 17th century and urban & commercial centre, it was under the Sultanates from 14 century. It came under British control in 1757. Dhaka with passage of time testify different faces of history. Photographs and digital archives are the most effective ways that can keep visual records of its colourful history.
Not sure how the street got its name ‘bhuter gali’. This street in Kalabagan, now dense and over crowded, was thin narrow winding path around several ditches with little habitation far away from the town. In course of time ghost stories became associated. However, late municipal commissioner Nazir Hossain in his book entitled “Kingbadantir Dhaka” mentioned about existance of one ‘bhutnath’ living there long ago from whom the name of street probably derived. I would appreciate if any person through light on it.
Thanks nice pictures. Love those 'krishnachura' trees. How long do the blooms last?
ReplyDeleteThe Bhutta corn cart looks so old fashioned yet so sweet.
And the picture of the man taking a nap in the scorching heat,thought provoking indeed.
My cousin says the Bhutta corn cart area is in the 'bhooter goli' and not Dhanmandi, is that true?
ReplyDeleteAnd why such a name as 'bhooter goli'? Any ghost story behind that?
Thanks
Not sure how the street got its name ‘bhuter gali’. This street in Kalabagan, now dense and over crowded, was thin narrow winding path around several ditches with little habitation far away from the town. In course of time ghost stories became associated. However, late municipal commissioner Nazir Hossain in his book entitled “Kingbadantir Dhaka” mentioned about existance of one ‘bhutnath’ living there long ago from whom the name of street probably derived.
ReplyDeleteI would appreciate if any person through light on it.
More krisnochura Sir, next post :)
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