Ganabhaban, Official residence in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Bangladesh.
Gonobhaban is an official government building located near the National Parliament in northern Dhaka. The structure combined administrative and residential functions within a single location serving as a center of state operations.
The building was completed in 1974 and served as the official home and workplace for the country's leader during Bangladesh's early independent years. A major transformation occurred in 2024 when the site changed its original purpose.
The building served as a venue for state receptions and official meetings where diplomats and foreign dignitaries were welcomed. This role shaped its reputation as a center of political authority and international relations.
The site is now open to the public as a museum during regular hours, allowing visitors to explore the premises. Visitors should note that certain areas may have restricted access due to ongoing security measures and preservation requirements.
The building was transformed into a museum in 2024 to document major political events from recent Bangladeshi history. This conversion makes it more than a historical site, turning it into a living record of contemporary change.
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