Author: Ahmed Nazimuddin
Place: Dhaka
Publisher: The University Press Limited
Year: 1984
Pages: 261
Source: Donated by Charles Correa
Subject: Architecture
Sub-Subject: Architecture History
Keyword: Cultural Heritage, Historical Context
Classification: 720.9
Shelf: C3R2
Accession No: B423
Contents: Foreword Preface The Plight of Bangladesh’s Historic Buildings The Land and the People The Political History of Early Bengal The Ruins of Mahasthan Garh The Buddhist Monuments The Hindu Temples The Muslim Monuments The Medieval Forts The Megalithic Monuments of Jaintiapur The Monuments of the British Period Different Tours of Bangladesh And so to the Future Index
Abstract: This publication offers armchair travelers a detailed exploration of the architectural evolution in Bangladesh, providing a clearer understanding of its rich history and styles. It aims to inspire both virtual and real-life exploration of notable sites, placing them in historical and artistic contexts. The book is part of a series promoting UNESCO’s International Campaign to Preserve Bangladesh’s Cultural Heritage, in collaboration with the Bangladesh government. All proceeds from the sale will support conservation efforts at Paharpur and Bagerhat, contributing to the restoration and protection of these historical sites.