Dhaka

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History

Dhaka's history dates back to the year 1000, but the city achieved glory as the capital of Mughal Bengal. At that time, it was also known as Jahangir Nagar in honor of Mughal Emperor Jahangir. The city passed to British rule in 1765. It became the capital of East Pakistan in 1947. In 1971, the city became capital of the newly independent country Bangladesh. It was formerly known under the spelling Dacca.

Related Topics:
1000 - Mughal - Bengal - Jahangir Nagar - Jahangir - British - 1765 - East Pakistan - 1947 - 1971 - Bangladesh - Dacca

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Modern Dhaka has vastly outgrown the Old City as its population mushroomed during recent decades due to an influx of people from rural areas. The Old City with its important port and various historical sites can still be found at the southern end of the sprawling and disorganised modern development.

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