Blooms of Dhaka University: A Peaceful Pause in the Heart of the City

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There’s something unexpectedly poetic about walking through Dhaka University during flower season. In a city that’s always in motion, the university grounds offer moments of stillness and color, and I felt it deeply during my afternoon there — a brief but beautiful escape under the open sky.

The Batmul (Banyan Tree) near the Faculty of Arts was surrounded by bursts of Krishnachura (Royal Poinciana) in full bloom, their fiery red petals raining down in the breeze. Along the curved paths, Palash, Radhachura, and the classic Bougainvillea added splashes of pink, orange, and magenta against the academic architecture.

What touched me most was how the flowers didn’t just add beauty — they transformed the mood of the campus. Students paused to take photos, others read under the shade, and everywhere there was this feeling of quiet inspiration. It reminded me that nature has a way of slowing time, even in the busiest places.

I strolled past Curzon Hall, its red Mughal-style walls framed by blooming trees, and ended up near TSC, where the air was filled with chatter, tea, and petals on the pavement. It was simple. And unforgettable.

Best time to visit? Late March to early May — this is when most of the native flowering trees are in full bloom. Early morning or golden hour in the late afternoon gives the best light and peace.

Location: Dhaka University Campus, Shahbagh, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Tip: Bring your camera or sketchbook. The light through the trees near the Central Library or at Bot Tola is magic.

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Post by Md Iqbal Hasan | May 20, 2025