WUB Architecture Students Wandered by the Heritage Sites in Sonargaon

The students of the Department of Architecture at the World University of Bangladesh recently went on an insightful architectural conservation site tour to Sonargaon in Narayanganj. The visit included Panam Nagar—a 19th-century historic urban settlement and one of the most prominent archaeological heritage sites in Bangladesh—which offered students the opportunity to walk through distinctive colonial-era architecture.

The group also visited Boro Sardar Bari, which has now been conserved as part of the Folk and Handicraft Museum. There, students observed the role of restoration and adaptive reuse in preserving cultural heritage. Their tour extended to the Shilpacharya Zainul Folk and Craft Museum, which further enriched their understanding of traditional crafts and their connection to architectural identity.

The field trip enhanced the students’ practical knowledge and architectural insights while providing valuable cultural exposure. Under the close guidance of their teachers, the students engaged in group learning and interactive experiences that deepened their appreciation for heritage conservation and its importance in shaping future architectural practice.