To get rid of the busy life in this brick-and-mortar city, everyone wants to have a day out with family. Lakes with calm water and fresh air can be perfect destinations for spending some quality time with family, kids and friends. Due to constant urbanization and massive population growth, Bangladesh’s capital city has lost its grandeur. Now, Dhaka is the 4th least liveable city in the world according to the Global Liveability Index 2021. Even after that, there are some beautiful lakes amid this dry town. Stay with us to learn more about the scenic lakes in Dhaka city. Top 7 lakes in Dhaka for day outs with family Hatirjheel Lake This huge lake connects several areas of Dhaka city including Mogbazar, Karwan Bazar, Tejgaon, Farmgate, Gulshan, Badda, Rampura, and Mouchak. Thousands of visitors flock here almost every day to visit the lake through water boats. Furthermore, the entire Hatirjheel can be circled once in a very short time by a tourist bus. These two modes of transport have facilitated the movement of people over Hatirjheel. It also contributes to reducing the pressure of traffic on the roads of Dhaka city. The four bridges over the Hatirjheel lake are decorated with different colored lights. The illuminated bridges create an enthralling view after dusk. As there are food courts at both ends of each bridge, these places remain crowded from afternoon to late night. Besides, the artificial fountains have given an exotic look to the Hatirjheel Lake area at night. Read Best Places in Dhaka for Photography Tours: Aesthetic Capital Captured in Frame Crescent Lake This popular lake flows along the boundaries of Chandrima Udyan located just opposite the Parliament Center, the heart of Dhaka city.

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) on Friday started cleaning waste from Shampur canal while continuing its drive in Dhanmondi Lake.

Dhanmondi Lake, one of the most popular recreation spots for residents of the capital, is being pushed to the brink of destruction by overwhelming levels of pollution due to the callous attitude of some people.