National Martyrs' Memorial
জাতীয় স্মৃতিসৌধ
Savar's seven-part triangular concrete monument, symbolizing the seven stages of Bangladesh's independence struggle, surrounded by lakes and lawns.
The National Martyrs' Memorial in Savar, about 35 km northwest of Dhaka, honors those who died in the 1971 War of Independence and was completed in 1982. The main monument stands about 45 metres tall and consists of seven pairs of gradually rising triangular concrete walls, representing the seven historical stages from the 1952 Language Movement to independence in 1971. In front are a reflecting pool, a mass grave and broad green lawns. National commemoration ceremonies are held on Independence Day (26 March) and Victory Day (16 December). Entry is free. A taxi from the city center takes about 1 to 2 hours, depending on traffic.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Bangladesh National Zoo
- Liberation War Museum
- National Parliament House
- Bangladesh Military Museum
- Hatirjheel
- New Market
- Bangladesh National Museum
- Suhrawardy Udyan