Bibi Mariam Cannon, Historical cannon at Dhaka Gate, Bangladesh
The Bibi Mariam Cannon stands as a large wrought iron artillery piece measuring several meters in length at the entrance of Dhaka Gate.
During the 17th century, local technicians manufactured this cannon under Mir Jumla II, the governor of Bengal during Emperor Aurangzeb's reign.
Local residents previously decorated the cannon with vermillion and performed rituals involving milk and flowers, reflecting its integration into community traditions.
Visitors can examine the cannon's detailed inscriptions and carvings at the Dhaka Gate location, near Doyel Chattar in the central district.
The cannon's muzzle required sealing during British rule as small children frequently crawled inside its substantial opening.
Location: ঢাকা মহানগর
GPS coordinates: 23.72615,90.40744
Latest update: November 3, 2025 19:11
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