Central Shaheed Minar, Khulna: A Tribute to Language Martyrs
A solemn memorial in Khulna honoring the heroes of the Bengali Language Movement and the spirit of Bengali nationalism.
The Central Shaheed Minar in Khulna stands as a poignant memorial to the martyrs of the 1952 Bengali Language Movement, a pivotal event in Bangladesh's history. It symbolizes the struggle for linguistic and cultural identity and honors those who sacrificed their lives for the recognition of the Bengali language.
A brief summary to Central Shaheed Minar, Khulna
- P C Rai Road, Khulna, Khulna City, BD
- +88041-725234
- Monday 6 am-9 pm
- Tuesday 6 am-9 pm
- Wednesday 6 am-9 pm
- Thursday 6 am-9 pm
- Friday 6 am-9 pm
- Saturday 6 am-9 pm
- Sunday 6 am-9 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the cooler months (November to February) for a more comfortable experience.
- Show respect for the site, keeping in mind its significance as a memorial.
- Check for any special events or ceremonies taking place during your visit.
Getting There
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Walking
The Central Shaheed Minar is located on P C Rai Road in Khulna City. If you are already in the Khulna City area, walking is a viable option. From Khulna New Market, head east on খান জাহান আলী Rd/ খান জাহান আলী সড়ক towards পুরাতন যশোর Rd/ পি সি রায় রোড. Continue to follow পি সি রায় রোড. The destination will be on your left. Walking will not incur any costs.
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Public Transport
From anywhere in Khulna, you can take a local bus or an auto-rickshaw (CNG) to P C Rai Road in Khulna City. Once you reach P C Rai Road, the Central Shaheed Minar will be within walking distance. Bus fares typically range from 10-20 BDT, and auto-rickshaws may cost between 30-50 BDT depending on the distance.
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Ride Share
Ride-sharing services like Uber are available in Khulna. You can book a car, auto-rickshaw (Tuk), or bike taxi (Moto) through the Uber app to reach the Central Shaheed Minar. The cost will vary depending on the distance and type of vehicle. Open the Uber app and enter your destination to get an estimated cost.
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