Dhaka

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.

Saturday, July 12, 2008

Rathajatra: religious festival of Hindus & Temples

'Rath' (Chariot) of Jagannath Dev at Dhakeswari temple ready for return journey (Ulto-rath)

'Bhog' for offerings to deities by devotees

Dhakeswari Mandir

Iskon mandir gate

Iskon mandir, Swamibagh

Priest's blessings to devotees

Bookstall in ISKON Mandir complex

Loknath Mandir gate, Swamibagh, Dayaganj

Loknath mandir complex, Guest house

Probhu Jagatbandhu Mohaprakash mandir, Hatkhola

Joikali mandir, Thataribazar

Naat-mandir of Madhab Gourio Math, Narinda

Madhab Gourio Math, Narinda

‘Rathajatra Utsob’ Chariot festival, a religious festival of the Hindus which began 11 days ago amid festivity and enthusiasm, will end today with the completion of return journey of the chariot with a grand procession. In Dhaka the ‘Rath’ will make return journey from Dhakeswari Mandir to Narinda ‘ISKON’ Moth.

The festival attracts thousands of devotees from across the country.

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AnonymousJuly 13, 2008 5:32 PM
Thank you very much!
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