Hatirjheel
হাতিরঝিল
A long urban lake running through the city center, with lit bridges and walkways around the water at night, and water-bus rides available.
Hatirjheel is an urban lake and road project completed in 2013, winding between Gulshan and Tejgaon. Several bridges of varied designs span the lake, and at night their lights reflect on the water, making it a popular spot for Dhaka residents to stroll, cycle and go on dates. Water buses take visitors across the lake, offering a less congested way to get around at low fares. There is an open-air amphitheater and street food stalls along the shore. The daytime sun is strong, so evenings are the best time to visit.
Opening hours
Open all day (water buses about 7 am–10 pm)
Nearby sights
- Bangladesh National Museum
- Suhrawardy Udyan
- Bangladesh Military Museum
- New Market
- National Parliament House
- Central Shaheed Minar
- Curzon Hall
- Baitul Mukarram National Mosque