Sufia Kamal National Public Library is located at the center of the Dhaka City however, it is very traditional and beautiful place for hang around with small groups of buddies or family. It has the giant room with various types of books, newspapers, magazines and lots of historical books. The library is open 9am to 5pm to all the visitors. Adjacent of the main building, there are a huge Auditorium to arrange cultural activities or stage dramas. There are open places with gardens for kids. Servant quarter is also inside of this area with proper security and safety. Everyone is welcome here.
I am a regular customer of this library. There has a good environment for reader and have also vast collection of different books.There have accommodation for more than 1000 people where they can get a nice,clean and friendly environment for study. If you are interested to come here make sure that you would have come before 8.00 A.M. You are not eligible to bring any book.
Sufia Kamal National Public Library is commonly known as the National Public Library of Bangladesh. This library is commonly used by the under graduate and post graduate students of Bangladesh. A lots of books collections are there and this place is very clum and quite place for the book lovers and readers though it is situated in a crowdy place like Shahbagh.
I have always imagined that paradise will be a kind of a library . Nothing is pleasenter than exploring a library. So sufia kamal national public library is a good place to explore. It is located at shahabag area. Department of Public Libraries is a government department under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs of the Government of Bangladesh. It is responsible for government owned public libraries in Bangladesh . But there is some changes because of corona pendemic . If you want to there you have to collect token from online from library website.Worth to visit this place.
Its a searcing place for knowledge for job searcing
It is the largest public library in Bangladesh which is run by Ministry of Cultural Affairs. This library is functioning as the main institution of the public library system in the country. There are huge collection of books and the people of different sections come to enrich & enlighten themselves in the light of knowledge.It is located in Shahbag, Dhaka. In addition, public and private libraries are being run in different parts of Bangladesh with the direct cooperation of this library.
A nice public library. The library reached with huge number of books of various subject.
Cant go inside. Because Its closed since 2018 due to covid
Central Public Library of Bangladesh (between 1996 and 2007 it was named Begum Sufia Kamal National Public Library) is the largest public library in Bangladesh. It also houses the Public Library Department which, with 68 public libraries including the Central Public Library in its jurisdiction, is managed by the Directorate of Public Libraries under the Ministry of Cultural AffairsThe auditorium (Shawkat Osman Auditorium) of the library is a major venue for cultural events in Dhaka, including the International Short and Independent Film Festival. It also houses the Library Training Institute funded and managed by the Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB). It also has a reprography service, in-house bindery and conservation section.
It is a nice public library.
Really beautiful library.
I know, everything stopped because of the Corona epidemic, but I still went to get the news. At first I was not allowed to enter, then I took permission to enter saying I was going to take pictures. There is no one anywhere in a very quiet environment and everything is locked. Closed indefinitely.
The library is very beautiful. It is situated the South of National Museum and North of DU mosque. The environment of the library is quite good for reading. It is neat and clean. Keep quite is must here. There are many shelves where the books are kept by their subjects. Im very much proud to make a visit the library in 18.10.2018. It is a memorable day for me indeed.
Nice place for reading.
Largest Book Collection in BD.
National Public Library of Bangladesh
Ive been looking for a place near me to read books, to note. Here you can read for hours as guest, photocopy, lend books being a member. When you need refreshment take a walk outside, eat at the canteen outside, have mint tea with a little walk. The entrance is particularly eye catching, directly goes to second floor with lots of steps, you can sit over the steps and pass some time. The book collection is good. Lacking a digital catalogue and searching causes the biggest frustration, also the ban over bringing personal books and laptop. My suggestion to make reading more enjoyable: make it possible to have tea and coffee while reading, and canteen special benefits card for members.
I used to go there to study with some serious concentration for several hours. It completely served my purpose.Reading Room Environment: 10/10 [Perfectly silent environment, just what I needed.] ;Reading Room Availability: 7/10 [Many people just grab the seat with something and go out to complete their other works. So even though there are many empty chairs in the reading rooms you cant seat because the seat is already taken. This is strictly prohibited by the library rule but not maintained at all. So its hard to find a vacant seat if you go there after a couple of hours of opening] ;Book Availability : 7/10 [I only used the science reading room where I found that there is a scarcity of books on contemporary topics. Cant comment on the collection of general reading room and childrens reading room though]Food: 8/10 [There is a canteen on the premise from where one can have lunch or snacks at any time. Cant comment on food quality as I didnt use it anytime. To me this canteen availability is enough, no one goes there to judge their food. ] ;Facility to Leave Belongings: 7/10 [You are not allowed to take bags inside the library. So there is a token based shelf service available at the premise outside the library building. Security is great but not appropriately available for large number of people those go there] ;Parking: 8/10 [Enough space on the premise to park. Cant say about cars. I only uses bicycle which I found very convenient to park on the premise];
Sufia Kamal national public library is the central and national library of Bangladesh. It is located at Sahabag, Dhaka University area besides of national museum and the fine arts department. A very rich collection of books and print media, nice reading environment for general people.
Good place..The Sufia Kamal National Public Library of Bangladesh is the largest public library in Bangladesh and houses the central administration of the Department of Public Libraries, under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. The library was previously named as Central Public Library between 2004 and 2010. The library is located in Dhakas Shahbag neighbourhood.
Lack of seating arrangement is disappointing.Book collection needs to be upgraded.Not enough seats for sitting.Most of the selfs are half empty. But ambience is good and calm.
Awsome
This is also call central library of Bangladesh. This library open for all and providing service 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You will get all types of book. Dramatic, Comic, Literature, History, Solo. There is some authentic book which will not find any where.There is also for children library.
Vast collection of different kinds of books. Good environment for reading.
Nice place, front of library has casual bag market
Department of Public Libraries is a government department under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. It is responsible for government owned public libraries in Bangladesh and is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The Sufia Kamal National Public Library (Bengali: সুফিয়া কামাল জাতীয় গণগ্রন্থাগার) of Bangladesh is the largest public library in Bangladesh and houses the central administration of the Department of Public Libraries, under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. The library was previously named as Central Public Library between 2004 and 2010. The library is located in Dhakas Shahbag neighbourhood.The auditorium (Shawkat Osman Auditorium) of the library is a major venue for cultural events in Dhaka, including the International Short and Independent Film Festival. It also houses the Library Training Institute funded and managed by the Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB). It also has a reprography service, in-house bindery and conservation section.The foundation stone for Dhaka Central Public Library was laid in 1954 with the Registrar of Dhaka University as part-time Librarian. Designated to be the centre for the public library system in the then East Pakistan on the basis of the recommendations made by Australian Library consultant Mr. L C Key in 1955, it was opened to the public on 22 March 1958 with a stock of 10,040 books. In 1978 the library moved to its building near the Shahbag Intersection from its original building designed by pioneering Bangladeshi architect Mazharul Islam, which went on to house the Dhaka University Central Library. The Department of the Public Libraries was established with Bangladesh Central Public Library as its headquarters in 1984. Between 1980 and 1985 UNESCO provided nearly 9.9 million Bangladeshi taka to develop the library.The library has undergone a number of name changes. Previously it was named the Sufia Kamal National Public Library after the Bangladeshi writer Begum Sufia Kamal. However, in 2004 the name was changed to the Central Public Library, amid protests from cultural activists who cited Sufia Kamal worthy of the honour. However, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party State Minister for Cultural Affairs, Selina Rahman, defended the decision at the time, stating, Were not changing the name, rather restoring it to its original one. Our aim is not to name any government institution after any person. However, in 2010 the subsequent Awami League administration again changed the name back to Sufia Kamal National Public Library.
Very well-known place for me. I think this is the largest Library in Dhaka. Very large building with magnificent outlook. But the book collection of the Library is not satisfactory. Maintainance is very poor. I have passed a lot of time. My realisations is that book stock should be increased.
If you love books just get here. Its govt run so services wont be top notch but you get probably the biggest collection of books in here. You can enter and read without being a member for as long as you want. So a fair trade off.
It has many things except the BOOKS! The present collection is worse than that of many schools. The science section has just those age old books fully covered with dust. No collection of contemporary books. Everyone just come here to study for their exams. Undoubtedly an utter failure as a national library. The ambience is great though.
So rich
Department of Public Libraries is a government department under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. It is responsible for government owned public libraries in Bangladesh and is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh.The auditorium (Shawkat Osman Auditorium) of the library is a major venue for cultural events in Dhaka, including the International Short and Independent Film Festival. It also houses the Library Training Institute funded and managed by the Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB). It also has a reprographyservice, in-house bindery and conservation section.
National public library... very important place... near national museum
Public library where lots of book can be found and people can read these book here
Place of knowledge. Book collection is very high with new and old book.You need membership to read there. Its very easy to have membership here.
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Nice library
This is the national library of Bangladesh. Best place for reading books. Anyone can enter here for reading purpose. There is also a big auditorium and food place. Photo exhibition, movie exhibition, book fair is very common here.
This is our national public library. Its open for all. Books collection are awesome.
National Public Library of Bangladesh. Its a huge library. More than 50 thousand books are here!
National Public Library is a very nice place. There are thousands of books to study. But now a day people reluctant to study. Most of young boys and girls. Spent there spare time, in surfing social media like Facebook. Gradually book is getting back dated element. Young stars are not interested to spend their time to read a book. They want more smart equipment. Which come to them as a more entertaining device. So they are fade up with book. Thx
It is one of the biggest library of Bangladesh. Thousands of books and journals are available there. If you interested in reading, I think this is the place you can check. It is open for all.thanks
Public Library of Bangladesh is the largest library in Bangladesh. In 1996 it was entitled “Begum Sufia Kamal National Public Library”. It is situating at shahbag, Dhaka. In this library full of old and unusual books. It have more than 119750 books. This place is open for all people. I like this place very much.
Totally calm and quiet. Reading room environment is so good but need more accommodation.
HistoryThe foundation stone for Dhaka Central Public Library was laid in 1954 with the Registrar of Dhaka University as part-time Librarian.[1] Designated to be the centre for the public library system in the then East Pakistan on the basis of the recommendations made by Australian Library consultant Mr. L C Key in 1955,[2] it was opened to the public on 22 March 1958 with a stock of 10,040 books. In 1978 the library moved to its building near the Shahbag Intersection from its original building designed by pioneering Bangladeshi architect Mazharul Islam, which went on to house the Dhaka University Central Library.[3] The Department of the Public Libraries was established with Bangladesh Central Public Library as its headquarters in 1984. Between 1980 and 1985 UNESCO provided nearly 9.9 million Bangladeshi taka to develop the library.
Good place for students and others people who want to acquire knowledge. It is good that here is no gender discrimination. we should flow them.......
The Sufia Kamal National Public Library(Bengali: সুফিয়া কামাল জাতীয় গণগ্রন্থাগ) of Bangladesh is the largest public library in Bangladesh and houses the central administration of the Department of Public Libraries, under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. The library was previously named as Central Public Library between 2004 and 2010.The library is located in DhakasShahbag neighbourhood.The auditorium (Shawkat Osman Auditorium) of the library is a major venue for cultural events in Dhaka, including the International Short and Independent Film Festival. It also houses the Library Training Institute funded and managed by the Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB). It also has a reprography service, in-house bindery and conservation section.The foundation stone for Dhaka Central Public Library was laid in 1954 with the Registrar of Dhaka University as part-time Librarian. Designated to be the centre for the public library system in the then East Pakistan on the basis of the recommendations made by Australian Library consultant Mr. L C Key in 1955, it was opened to the public on 22 March 1958 with a stock of 10,040 books. In 1978 the library moved to its building near the Shahbag Intersection from its original building designed by pioneering Bangladeshi architect Mazharul Islam, which went on to house the Dhaka University Central Library.The Department of the Public Libraries was established with Bangladesh Central Public Library as its headquarters in 1984. Between 1980 and 1985 UNESCO provided nearly 9.9 million Bangladeshi taka to develop the library.The library has undergone a number of name changes. Previously it was named the Sufia Kamal National Public Library after the Bangladeshi writer Begum Sufia Kamal. However, in 2004 the name was changed to the Central Public Library, amid protests from cultural activists who cited Sufia Kamalworthy of the honour. However, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party State Minister for Cultural Affairs, Selina Rahman, defended the decision at the time, stating, Were not changing the name, rather restoring it to its original one. Our aim is not to name any government institution after any person.However, in 2010 the subsequent Awami League administration again changed the name back to Sufia Kamal National Public Library.[Source : Wikipedia]
The Sufia Kamal National Public Library(Bengali: সুফিয়া কামাল জাতীয় গণগ্রন্থাগ) of Bangladesh is the largest public library in Bangladesh and houses the central administration of the Department of Public Libraries, under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. The library was previously named as Central Public Library between 2004 and 2010.The library is located in DhakasShahbag neighbourhood.The auditorium (Shawkat Osman Auditorium) of the library is a major venue for cultural events in Dhaka, including the International Short and Independent Film Festival. It also houses the Library Training Institute funded and managed by the Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB). It also has a reprography service, in-house bindery and conservation section.The foundation stone for Dhaka Central Public Library was laid in 1954 with the Registrar of Dhaka University as part-time Librarian. Designated to be the centre for the public library system in the then East Pakistan on the basis of the recommendations made by Australian Library consultant Mr. L C Key in 1955, it was opened to the public on 22 March 1958 with a stock of 10,040 books. In 1978 the library moved to its building near the Shahbag Intersection from its original building designed by pioneering Bangladeshi architect Mazharul Islam, which went on to house the Dhaka University Central Library.The Department of the Public Libraries was established with Bangladesh Central Public Library as its headquarters in 1984. Between 1980 and 1985 UNESCO provided nearly 9.9 million Bangladeshi taka to develop the library.The library has undergone a number of name changes. Previously it was named the Sufia Kamal National Public Library after the Bangladeshi writer Begum Sufia Kamal. However, in 2004 the name was changed to the Central Public Library, amid protests from cultural activists who cited Sufia Kamalworthy of the honour. However, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party State Minister for Cultural Affairs, Selina Rahman, defended the decision at the time, stating, Were not changing the name, rather restoring it to its original one. Our aim is not to name any government institution after any person.However, in 2010 the subsequent Awami League administration again changed the name back to Sufia Kamal National Public Library.[Source : Wikipedia]
Educative zone
Excellent environment for reading books!! Have a good collection also. Any person can spend hours after hours by reading books here!!!
The foundation stone for Dhaka Central Public Library was laid in 1954 with the Registrar of Dhaka University as part-time Librarian. Designated to be the centre for the public library system in the then East Pakistan on the basis of the recommendations made by Australian Library consultant Mr. L C Key in 1955, it was opened to the public on 22 March 1958 with a stock of 10,040 books. In 1978 the library moved to its building near the Shahbag Intersection from its original building designed by pioneering Bangladeshi architect Mazharul Islam, which went on to house the Dhaka University Central Library. The Department of the Public Libraries was established with Bangladesh Central Public Library as its headquarters in 1984. Between 1980 and 1985 UNESCO provided nearly 9.9 million Bangladeshi taka to develop the library.
Sufficient but not huge which I preferred.Enogh for all subjects. But if you want to have deep knowledge about that topics,then the books where isnt enough.
Famous Public Library besides Shahbag and University of Dhaka. This is for public study. The most romantic, historc place also. Always been crowded, joyful place. Very nice looking and very nice place tostudy specially for students.
I used to read here once
Awesome place for reading different types of books. Different categories of books are available to read here. But, no take away.
Read all kinds of books here and enlighten yourself for free. A library dedicated to the mass people of Bangladesh from government of Bangladesh.
A good place for book lover and cultural persons
Central Public Library (Bengali: কেন্দ্রীয় গণগ্রন্থাগার) of Bangladesh (between 1996 and 2007 it was named Begum Sufia KamalNational Public Library) is the largest public library in Bangladesh. It also houses the Public Library Department which, with 68 public libraries including the Central Public Library in its jurisdiction, is managed by the Directorate of Public Libraries under the Ministry of Cultural AffairsThe auditorium (Shawkat Osman Auditorium) of the library is a major venue for cultural events in Dhaka, including the International Short and Independent Film Festival. It also houses the Library Training Institute funded and managed by the Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB). It also has a reprographyservice, in-house bindery and conservation section.The foundation stone for Dhaka Central Public Library was laid in 1954 with the Registrar of Dhaka University as part-time Librarian.Designated to be the centre for the public library system in the then East Pakistan on the basis of the recommendations made by Australian Library consultant Mr. L C Key in 1955, it was opened to the public on 22 March 1958 with a stock of 10,040 books. In 1978 the library moved to its building near the Shahbag Intersection from its original building designed by pioneering Bangladeshi architect Mazharul Islam, which went on to house the Dhaka University Central Library.The Department of the Public Libraries was established with Bangladesh Central Public Library as its headquarters in 1984. Between 1980 and 1985 UNESCO provided nearly 9.9 million Bangladeshi taka to develop the library.
Good place for book seekers. People can borrow books from here. Huge books collection. Need to modernise this library.
This is the good place for the book readers thousands of books are available here.Any one can read any kind of book here with a permission from the authority.Good place for visiting.
A state owned mega library. Time to time I visited the library, especially for research purpose. It has lot of books. I recommend everyone to come here especially for academic or research purpose.
A factory of knowledge. Largest Library. You can find many books here.
Central library in BangladeshAll kinds of book are getting here easily
Public Libraries are an integral part of a democratic society. Eradication of illiteracy from the society, preservation of reading materials, development of education, aware democratic consciousness, develop the moral values, socio-economic development and above all to serve theinformation needs of the general public are the basic objectives of the public libraries. In order toachieve the above mentioned goals, the Government of the than Pakistan established the PublicLibrary with 10,040 books on 22 March 1958 at Dhaka University area. In 1977 library wasshifted to its present position in 1977 and it was made open to the public in 1978. TheDepartment of Public Libraries act as an apex Organization of the public library system in thecountry.
National public library in Bangladesh. The library has very big collection but not all categoris book you will get. They need to improve more.
Good.........
Nice
Great place for finding your books with absolute place for reading
Its largest repository of various books of Bangladesh. This is popular place for bookworms.
Largest public library by the government for the people and very good for the book seekers
Also available new and old news paper for reading and research.
All people can go there, enrich knowledgewell sorted.
All kind of books available here...great place..
Good place where any person can go and read books
Very good location....good place...occassionally good program held.
Its really a store house of knowledge and remedy for human mind and body.
Good collection. very quite place. read and note.
Its a great place with a vast collection of books.
Central Public Library (Bengali: কেন্দ্রীয় গণগ্রন্থাগার) of Bangladesh (between 1996 and 2007 it was named Begum Sufia Kamal National Public Library) is the largest public library in Bangladesh. It also houses the Public Library Department which, with 68 public libraries including the Central Public Library in its jurisdiction, is managed by the Directorate of Public Libraries under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs.
Central Public Library (Bengali: কেন্দ্রীয় গণগ্রন্থাগার) of Bangladesh (between 1996 and 2007 it was named Begum Sufia Kamal National Public Library) is the largest public library in Bangladesh. It also houses the Public Library Department which, with 68 public libraries including the Central Public Library in its jurisdiction, is managed by the Directorate of Public Libraries under the Ministry of Cultural Affairs
This place is the central public library, which is run by the government. Has a big collection of books. But most of the books are torn out and they do not buy new books for a long time . Currently environment is not so friendly
Very Few latest books, Too much noise outside. Although great place for real readers.
Very Excellent Environment for Book. Have a Good Collection Here. Any Person can Reading Here.... City of Dhaka at Shahbagh...Knowlage is Power....(Zahid)
The central and national library of Bangladesh. Thousand of books are here with a cool environment.
A big collection of national and international books.
- Address:সার্কেল, 10 কাজী নজরুল ইসলাম সরণি, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
- Site:http://www.publiclibrary.gov.bd/
- Phone:+880 2-9671234
- Public library
- Government office
- Monday:8AM–9PM
- Tuesday:8AM–9PM
- Wednesday:8AM–9PM
- Thursday:8AM–9PM
- Friday:8AM–9PM
- Saturday:8AM–9PM
- Sunday:Open 24 hours
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