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Taka Museum: A Journey Through Bangladesh's Monetary History

Explore the fascinating history of Bangladeshi currency at the Taka Museum, showcasing coins and banknotes from ancient times to the present.

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The Taka Museum in Dhaka showcases the rich history of currency in Bangladesh from ancient times to the present day. Operated by Bangladesh Bank, the museum features coins, banknotes, and artifacts from various periods, offering a unique glimpse into the country's economic and cultural evolution.

A brief summary to Taka Museum

  • 1stFloor, Bangladesh Bank Training Academy, 5 Mirpur Rd, Dhaka, Mirpur, 1216, BD
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  • Monday 10 am-4 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-4 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-4 pm

Local tips

  • The museum is closed on Thursdays and public holidays, so plan your visit accordingly.
  • Photography is not permitted above the ground floor.
  • Backpacks and bags larger than 8" x 8" are not permitted in the museum and cannot be checked in.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Gabtoli Bus Terminal, take a direct bus to Mirpur 2. From there, the Taka Museum is a short walk or rickshaw ride away. Bus fares typically range from BDT 10-30. From other parts of Dhaka, numerous buses go to Mirpur-2. Look for buses heading towards Mirpur-10 Gol Chotwor, then take a rickshaw to the museum for BDT 15-20.

  • Taxi

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available in Dhaka. From Shahbag, a taxi to the Taka Museum in Mirpur 2 will cost approximately BDT 300-400, depending on traffic. Ensure the meter is running or negotiate the fare beforehand. From the airport, a taxi to the museum may cost between BDT 1000-1500.

  • Walking

    If you are already in Mirpur-2, the Taka Museum is within walking distance of major landmarks like the Bangladesh Bank Training Academy. Follow the signs for the Academy; the museum is located on the first floor.

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The Taka Museum, located in Mirpur, Dhaka, is a numismatic museum run by Bangladesh Bank. It offers a fascinating journey through the history of currency in Bangladesh and beyond. The museum's collection includes coins and banknotes from ancient times to the modern era, as well as currencies from different countries around the world. The museum was first established as a Currency Museum in 2009 at the Bangladesh Bank's main building in Motijheel, but it wasn't open to the public. In 2013, it was relocated and formally inaugurated as the Taka Museum at its current location in the Bangladesh Bank Training Academy in Mirpur. The museum aims to preserve and display the history and traditions of currency, making it accessible to all. The Taka Museum's collection includes over 10,100 items, featuring metal and paper currency from Bangladesh's ancient past to the present day. Visitors can explore coins from the Pala, Sena, Gupta, Sultani, Mughal, and British periods. The museum also displays ancient wooden boxes and iron chests used for storing coins, as well as coinage products and traditional ornaments made from coins. Digital technologies, including 3D television and LCD displays, enhance the visitor experience. Visitors can even print souvenir notes with their face on them at the digital kiosk photo booth for a small fee. The museum also displays currencies of different countries of the world.

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