The history and architecture of Ahsan Manzil are much celebrated. Beyond all that, there are riveting, lesser-known tales of the feasts that were hosted and the delicious foods that were served there.

One of the top attractions for tourists in Dhaka is Ahsan Manzil, a palace located in the Kumartoli area beside Buriganga River full of interesting history that now operates as a museum.

He does not need any introduction. Khwaja Ahsanullah — the iconic Nawab during the British Raj, after whom the popular Dhaka tourist spot Ahsan Manzil is named — is still revered for his ...