Architecture of Bangladesh
Encyclopedia
Architecture of Bangladesh refers to the architectural attributes and styles of Bangladesh
. The architecture of Bangladesh has a long history and is rooted in Bangladesh's culture
, religion
and history
. It has evolved over centuries and assimilated influences from social, religious and exotic communities. The architecture
of Bangladesh bears a remarkable impact on the lifestyle, tradition and cultural life of Bangladeshi people.
In modern context, Bangladeshi architecture has become more diversified comprising reflections of contemporary architectural attributes, aesthetic artistic and technologically advanced forms. Since the inception of Bangladesh, economical advancement has boosted the architecture from its traditional forms to contemporary context. With the growing urbanization and modernization, the architectural form is turning into modernity covering a wide range of its heritage and tradition. The architecture of Bangladesh can provide fascinating insight into the history and lives of the Bangladeshi people.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh , officially the People's Republic of Bangladesh is a sovereign state located in South Asia. It is bordered by India on all sides except for a small border with Burma to the far southeast and by the Bay of Bengal to the south...
. The architecture of Bangladesh has a long history and is rooted in Bangladesh's culture
Culture of Bangladesh
Bangladesh has a long history in its culture. The land, the rivers, and the lives of the common people formed a rich heritage with marked differences from neighbouring regions. It has evolved over the centuries and encompasses the cultural diversity of several social groups of Bangladesh...
, religion
Religion in Bangladesh
Islam is the largest religion of Bangladesh; Muslims constitute 89.5 % of the population followed by Hindus who constitute 9.6 %. The remainder of Bangladeshis practice other religions such as Buddhism and Christianity. Religion has always been a strong part of identity, but this has varied at...
and history
History of Bangladesh
The history of Bangladesh as a nation state began in 1971, when it seceded from Pakistan. Prior to the creation of Pakistan in 1947, modern-day Bangladesh was part of ancient, classical, medieval and colonial India....
. It has evolved over centuries and assimilated influences from social, religious and exotic communities. The architecture
Architecture
Architecture is both the process and product of planning, designing and construction. Architectural works, in the material form of buildings, are often perceived as cultural and political symbols and as works of art...
of Bangladesh bears a remarkable impact on the lifestyle, tradition and cultural life of Bangladeshi people.
In modern context, Bangladeshi architecture has become more diversified comprising reflections of contemporary architectural attributes, aesthetic artistic and technologically advanced forms. Since the inception of Bangladesh, economical advancement has boosted the architecture from its traditional forms to contemporary context. With the growing urbanization and modernization, the architectural form is turning into modernity covering a wide range of its heritage and tradition. The architecture of Bangladesh can provide fascinating insight into the history and lives of the Bangladeshi people.
External links
- Banglapedia article on Mosque architecture of Bangladesh
- Architecture BD, an online magazine about the architecture of Bangladesh
- Architecture in Bangladesh