Beauty Of BD

Destination guide

Baddhabhumi (Torture Cell Memorial)

বদ্ধভূমি (নির্যাতন কেন্দ্র)

A Liberation War memorial — the old torture-centre building still stands, beside a Shaheed-Minar-style monument, a small museum, war murals and the names, photos and stories of martyrs. Visitors say respect and silence are the only language here.

History & significance

In 1971 Bengalis were held and tortured in this building; the memorial preserves that history.

How to get there

Tk 50 by rickshaw from Rupatoli bus stand. From here it's a 15-minute walk to 30 Godown.

Entry fee

No verified entry fee yet

No ticket is mentioned.

Opening hours & best time

Go in daylight — one visitor reached it at 5:30 PM.

Best time

Late afternoon — then walk on to 30 Godown for evening snacks.

Traveller tips

  • Move quietly — it's a memorial, not a picnic spot.

Location

22.6817493, 90.359439Open in Google Mapscoordinate source: OpenStreetMap