Arts & culture

Dhaka is a culturally vibrant city, serving as the nucleus of Bengali arts and heritage. The **Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy** is the principal state-sponsored national cultural center, hosting theater, fine arts, and dance. **Chhayanaut** is a premier institution dedicated to classical Bengali music and the preservation of Tagore's works. Dhaka is also the birthplace of **Rickshaw Art**, recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage. The **Dhaka Art Summit** has grown into one of South Asia’s premier contemporary art events. The city’s cultural spirit is perhaps most visible during **Pohela Boishakh** (Bengali New Year), featuring the colorful and joyous *Mangal Shobhajatra* procession.