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[name] => Nazrul Memorial Center
[post_id] => 21924
[post_link] => http://offroadbangladesh.com/places/nazrul-memorial-center/
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Our National poet Kazi Nazrul Islam was born in Churulia of Burdwan(বর্ধমান) district, West Bengal on May 25, 1899. He spent a year of his boyhood in Kazir Shimla (কাজীর শিমলা) and Darirampur (দরিরামপুর) in Trishal, Mymensingh. He studied at Darirampur High School when he was in Class Seven and lodged at the house of Bechutia Bepari (বিচুতিয়া বেপারী) at Namapara, as his school was far from Kazir Shimla. In that regard, Namapara is given more importance than Kazir Shimla, say locals. Later, Kazi Rafizullah, a sub-inspector of police, took Nazrul to his village home at Kazir Shimla in 1914.
Nazrul memorabilia is symbolized by two Smriti Kendro (স্মৃতি কেন্দ্র) (Nazrul Memorial Center) in villages Kazir Shimla and Namapara, of Darirampur, Trishal draw the attention of visitors far and wide.
Nazrul memorabilia housed at the two center owns gramophones and records (released by His Masters Voice Company); manuscripts in Bengali, English, Hindi and Urdu and some rare black and white photographs of the poet. The memorabilia can be seen on the second floor of the center. The memorial centres also house a library with books authored by Nazrul and literary works on Nazrul by other writers.
Though the memorabilia collection is meagre, visitors flock enthusiastically to have a view. As every year, there has been a rush of visitors to the two Nazrul Smriti Kendra (memorial centres) at Kazir Shimla village and Darirampur in Trishal just ahead of the birth anniversary of the National Poet.
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[post_id] => 4406
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MAG Osmani Museum is a museum in Sylhet, Bangladesh. The ancestors’ home of Bangabir General Muhammad Ataul Gani Osmani, the Commander-in-Chief of Bangladesh Forces (12 April 1971 - 7 April 1972) has been transformed into today’s famous “Osmani Museum”. It is situated at the heart (Dhopa Dighir Par) of the Sylhet City Corporation area in renowned Sylhet Division of Bangladesh.
It is about 12 km from the Sylhet Osmani International Airport and 3 km from the Sylhet Railway Station. Maintained and organized by the Bangladesh National Museum, this museum has been established to pay rich tribute to the great hero of Bangladesh for his outstanding accomplishments. This will surely act as a stimulus to the future generations. The foundation stone was laid on 16 February 1985 and it was inaugurated on 4 March 1987 by the then president of Bangladesh H M Ershad.
‘Nur Manzil’ is by and large a tin shade building having few rooms and other amenities including an exquisite piazza in the front. One has to cross few meters from the main gate to reach the Museum. A huge portrait of the General, placed in the center of the entrance hall greets the visitors. Receptionist welcomes the guests. One has to write name and address in the register placed in the reception. A befitting sitting place is also available in the lobby.
This historic museum comprises three galleries, where personal belongings of General Osmani and a good number of historical photographs are preserved befittingly. On both western and eastern side of the building there exist two small rooms, where Assistant Keeper and Care Taker’s office are situated.
{:}{:bn}মহান মুক্তিযুদ্ধে মুক্তিবাহিনীর সর্বাধিনায়ক (১২ এপ্রিল ১৯৭১-৭ এপ্রিল ১৯৭২) বঙ্গবীর জেনারেল মুহাম্মাদ আতাউল গনি ওসমানীর পৈতৃক নিবাসটিকে বর্তমানে ‘ওসমানী জাদুঘর’ হিসেবে ব্যবহার করা হচ্ছে। এই জাদুঘরটি সিলেট ওসমানী আন্তর্জাতিক বিমানবন্দর থেকে ১২ কিলোমিটার এবং সিলেট রেলওয়ে স্টেশন থেকে ৩ কিলোমিটার দূরে অবস্থিত। বাংলাদেশের মহান মুক্তিযুদ্ধে জেনারেল ওসমানীর মহান অবদানকে শ্রদ্ধাভরে স্মরণ করতে এই জাদুঘরটি প্রতিষ্ঠা করা হয়। এই জাদুঘরটির রক্ষনাবেক্ষনের করছে বাংলাদেশ জাতীয় জাদুঘর। ১৯৮৫ সালের ১৬ই ফেব্রুয়ারি এই জাদুঘরটির ভিত্তিপ্রস্তর স্থাপন করা হয় এবং বাংলাদেশের তৎকালীন রাষ্ট্রপতি এইচ এম এরশাদ ১৯৮৭ সালের ৪ঠা মার্চ এই জাদুঘরটি উদ্বোধন করেন। এই জাদুঘরটি নিঃসন্দেহে ভবিষ্যৎ প্রজন্মকে প্রেরনা জোগাবে।
‘নুর মঞ্জিল’ হলো কয়েকটি কক্ষ সমৃদ্ধ একটি টিনশেড ভবন যেটির সামনে রয়েছে একটি চমৎকার চত্বর। জাদুঘরে পৌছাতে হলে আপনাকে মূল ফটক থেকে কয়েক মিটার অতিক্রম করতে হবে। জাদুঘরে ঢোকার মুখেই অভ্যর্থনাকারীদের পাশাপাশি জেনারেল ওসমানীর একটি বিশাল প্রতিকৃতি আপনাকে স্বাগত জানাবে। আপনাকে অভ্যর্থনা কক্ষে রক্ষিত রেজিস্টারে আপনার নাম ও ঠিকানা লিপিবদ্ধ করতে হবে। জাদুঘরের লবিতে বসার সুব্যাবস্থা রয়েছে। এই জাদুঘরের তিনটি গ্যালারীতে জেনারেল ওসমানীর ব্যবহার করা জিনিসপত্র ছাড়াও বেশকিছু ঐতিহাসিক ছবি যথাযথভাবে সংরক্ষণ করা হয়েছে। জাদুঘর ভবনের পশ্চিম এবং পূর্ব প্রান্তে জাদুঘরের তত্ত্বাবধায়ক এবং সহযোগী তত্ত্বাবধায়কের কক্ষ অবস্থিত।{:}
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[name] => Pithavoge Rabindra Memorial Complex
[post_id] => 18368
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In Khulna, there is a memorial complex by the name of Rabindranath Tagore. It was his ancestors place in Bangladesh. At that time they were known as "Kushari" instead of Tagore. By and by, the family name became Thakur. However, some descendant of the bloodline still lives here and grow their own business.
A very brief History of Rabindra Tagore’s ancestors:
A descendant of the Kushari Family went near Kolkata (India) to spread his business. At that time in that place he was the only person from the “Brahman” class. That means his family members can do Hindu rituals. During that period, the Brahman class was called “Thakur” by the general people. In course of time, Thakur became their family title.
In that bloodline, the famous noble laurite Rabindranath Tagore was born. On the other hand, the root bloodline of Kushari family remain living in the greater Khulna area.
Kushari: Etymology
It is believed that, Five person came to spread Hinduism in the particular part of Khulna. Their descendants lately became the ruler of “Kush” village and the word Kushari became their family name.
Pithavoge Kushari bari:
After the demolition of the old house, the government of the people’s republic of Bangladesh established a one storied memorial complex in 2007 at Pithavoge where a bust of Tagore is established. There are a lot of photos of historical moments of Rabindranath Tagore to display. The unique thing is, Rabindranath drew a few artworks which are also displayed in here. The most mentionable is the self portrait of Rabindranath Tagore drew by himself.
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[name] => Bangladesh Air Force Museum
[post_id] => 10796
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Bangladesh Air Force Museum became open for the public on October 2014 at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Agargaon, Dhaka. It is located at the western side of runway adjacent to Taltola gate. Within its lofty interior, different phased out air craft and equipment have been kept including the aircraft those took part in our glorious Liberation War.
Timetable: The Air force museum is open on weekdays (Monday-Thursday) from 2 PM to 8 PM.
On weekends: it is open from 10 AM to 8 PM, Sunday is the day off for this area, so the museum is closed on Sundays.
Entry fee: 20 Taka.
The Gallery:There are four different galleries. These are: Air Force Gallery to illustrate some memorable and historical photos. Liberation War Gallery: bring back to us the history of the liberation war. There is a gallery for showing medals and uniforms from different year. The last one is the peacekeepers corner to demonstrate the value of Bangladeshi Soldiers in the International Arena. Apart from these there is a souvenir corner too where you can buy posters, mug, t-shirts with the monogram of the National Air Force.
The previous history of BAF Museum: BAF Museum was established in 17 June 1987. At that time the museum was located in No-3 hanger of BAF Base Bashar, Dhaka cantonment. It was not open for public as we knew, just like the prison museum situated inside the Dhaka Central Jail. Once in a year on 16th December, there was a Military March held along with a three days long Army Weaponry Show. But now it is open for the public visitor. People are already started enjoying the place.
Here is the link of the official website of BAF Museum: http://www.bafmuseum.mil.bd/
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