Sadarghat Launch Terminal

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Sadarghat Launch Terminal is a large "ghat" or wharf in Sadarghat at Dhaka. Located on the banks of the Buriganga river, it is also referred to as Sadarghat Port. It stands a little left in front of the Ahsan Manzil. One of the largest river ports in the world, it is the main port and dock of Dhaka. It was built as a place for landing boats, launches and even ships coming to Dhaka. According to officials at the terminal, an average of 30,000 people use the terminal for departure and arrival every day, each paying Tk 2.50 for entrance. About 200 large and small passenger launches depart and arrive at the terminal every day.