New Market
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A long-established triangular market built in 1954, where saris, fabrics, books and everyday goods are abundant and haggling is the norm.
New Market, built in 1954, is Dhaka's most famous traditional market. Hundreds of small shops inside and around its triangular compound sell saris, men's kurtas, fabrics, shoes and bags, spices, books and household goods. Nearby are larger fabric markets such as Gausia and Chandni Chowk. Prices are negotiable, crowds are heavy before festivals, and pickpockets are a risk. The market is closed on Tuesdays. It is a good place to buy Bangladeshi handwoven fabrics and souvenirs, and it is about 1.5 km from the National Museum.
Opening hours
Wed–Mon 10 am–8 pm; closed Tuesdays
Nearby sights
- Bangladesh National Museum
- Dhakeshwari Temple
- Khan Mohammad Mridha Mosque
- Central Shaheed Minar
- Suhrawardy Udyan
- Lalbagh Fort
- Hussaini Dalan
- Curzon Hall