Toshakhana, Museum at Bangabandhu Military Complex, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Toshakhana is a museum in the Bangabandhu Military Complex featuring five floors with two basement levels, distinguished by marble flooring and a central sculpture of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. The elliptical structure incorporates ramps made of unfinished granite throughout, providing accessible pathways to all exhibition areas.
The museum opened in 2018 under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's initiative to preserve diplomatic gifts and national treasures following Bangladesh's independence in 1971. The facility documents the nation's transition during the post-independence period.
The ground floor displays photographs of Bangladesh's religious sites, including the Armenian Church, Kali Mandir, and Buddhist Temple. This collection shows the religious diversity that characterizes the nation.
The museum is fully accessible to visitors with mobility needs, as all exhibition areas can be reached via ramps. Plan time to explore both the upper floors and basement levels to see the complete collection.
The collection includes a Bangladeshi flag that traveled to the Moon and an authentic Moon rock sample, stored within the Presidential palace section. These extraordinary objects demonstrate the nation's international connection and pride.
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