Baldha Garden
Dhaka
Baldha Garden is a botanical garden located in the Wari area of old Dhaka, Bangladesh, covering approximately 3.15 acres. It is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the country, featuring a diverse collection of 672 plant species, including many rare varieties sourced globally. The garden was established in 1909 by Narendra Narayan Roy Chaudhury, a prominent landlord of the Balda estate, who developed it over several decades until his death in 1943. Today, the garden functions as a satellite unit of the National Botanical Garden under the Department of Forestry. It offers visitors a tranquil environment amidst the bustling city, showcasing a rich variety of flora and serving as an important center for botanical preservation and education in Bangladesh.
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Consiglio: Visitors are advised to check the current entry fee before visiting, as recent changes have increased prices significantly. The best time to visit is during the cooler months to enjoy the garden comfortably. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended to avoid queues. Modest discounts may be available for students and groups.
Fatti interessanti
- •Baldha Garden hosts 672 species of plants, many of which are rare and collected from various parts of the world.
- •The garden spans 3.15 acres in the historic Wari area of Dhaka.
- •It was established by Narendra Narayan Roy Chaudhury, a landlord of the Balda estate, starting in 1909.
- •The original museum collection associated with the garden is now part of the Bangladesh National Museum.
- •The garden is managed as a satellite unit of the National Botanical Garden by the Department of Forestry.
Storia
Baldha Garden was founded in 1909 by Narendra Narayan Roy Chaudhury, who curated the garden and a museum collection until his passing in 1943.
Originally part of the Balda estate, the garden is among the oldest botanical institutions in Bengal.
The museum collection once housed here has since been relocated to the Bangladesh National Museum.
Over the years, the garden has remained a vital green space in Dhaka, preserving a wide array of plant species.