Gulshan

Gulshan was founded as a planned model town in 1961 and is currently divided into Gulshan 1 and Gulshan 2. It is the wealthiest and most affluent neighborhood in Dhaka. Gulshan is a commercial and residential area, originally meant for offices and embassies of diplomatic missions, as well as residences. Since the mid 1990’s, the area has seen an upsurge in the number of high-rise buildings, restaurants, residential areas, modern markets and ice-cream parlors which are open past midnight.

Gulsan is situated in between two major roads: Pragati Sarani and Dhaka Mymensingh highway. There is no direct public bus to Gulshan but you can take a bus to Notunbazar or Banani, from there you will find rickshaws that will take you to Gulshan. You can take Uber or Pathao to your desired destination in Gulshan. There is a public bus service named ‘Dhakar Chaka’ which will enable you to travel within Gulshan and Banani. And you can always find a rickshaw.

You will find great restaurants with diverse cuisines all over Gulshan. From traditional to Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Italian, Indian, fast food; you will find everything in Gulshan. Bamboo Shoot, Bella Italia, Izumi, Thai Emerald, Fish & Co. Bangladesh , Man Mo, Prego at The Westin Dhaka are some of the restaurants in Gulshan where you will have five star dining experience. You will also find clubs and Bars like Dutch Club, International Recreation Club, Korean Club, Prego and American Club in Gulshan.

There are luxurious hotels in Gulshan where you can stay comfortably and enjoy all the modern amenities. The Westin Dhaka, Amari Dhaka, THE WAY Dhaka, and Six Seasons, Four Points by Sheraton are all five star hotels in Gulshan.

Gulshan is a diplomatic zone. Therefore, all the embassies are situated in this area.  You will find Gulshan Lake Park and Gulshan Ladies Park in Gulshan 2 where you can walk, jog and breathe fresh air.

You can shop in Gulshan DCC market, Concord Police Plaza. For groceries you can go to Dncc  Kacha Bazar, Manhattan Fish market, Dhali Superstore, Unimart and more. There are many super-shop chains in Gulshan like Meena Bazaar, Shwapno and Agora.

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