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Mirpur South is the classic middle-class neighborhood and also one of Dhaka’s oldest. When you step into the area, you will get a feeling of familiarity - the sound of the busy streets, the intoxicating smell of delicious street food, and vibrant scenes. The area captures the true essence of what Dhaka is. Renting apartments in Mirpur South is very affordable, and the amenities that come with these apartments are also amazing for the amount that you are paying. The area also has something for everyone. Amazing properties are available at amazing prices, and people are always looking for affordable apartments. Areas like Mirpur-1 and West Shewrapara offer great connectivity, being connected to the two major roads going through the area. The area contains numerous business establishments, including super shops, where the residents of the area can go to shop for daily necessities.
Properties in Mirpur South
The roads and alleyways of Mirpur South are always lively, full of people, shops, cars, buses, and rickshaws. The major roads of Mirpur South, which are Mirpur Road and Begum Rokeya Sarani, play host to numerous banks, hospitals, corporate offices, restaurants, showrooms, brand outlets, super shops, and RMG factories. The two roads that go through the middle of the area, Darus Salam Road and 60 Feet Road, also have banks, offices, restaurants, and brand outlets. Many startups are located in Mirpur South, because of the affordable rent in the area. These roads are where most of the commercial and industrial activity is concentrated. However, like other parts of Mirpur, these areas are also mostly residential. Most of the residential buildings are high density, which is perfect for an area with such high population density.
Transportation
One of the special features of Mirpur South is its superb connectivity to the rest of Dhaka. From here, there are bus routes that will take you to every major destination in Dhaka. Mirpur Road takes you from Mirpur South to areas such as Panthapath, Dhanmondi, New Market, Azimpur and beyond in the southward direction. Traveling in the opposite direction will take you to the Mirpur-10 Roundabout. Begum Rokeya Sarani is the other major road in the area which connects Mirpur South to areas such as Khamarbari, Monipuripara, Farmgate, Kawran Bazar, Tejgaon, Shahbag, Dhaka University, Gulistan, and Motijheel. There is also 60 Feet Road and Darus Salam Road cutting through the middle of Mirpur South. These two roads offer great connectivity inside Mirpur South. The area is also close to Shyamoli and Gabtoli, which are the gateways to the northern part of Bangladesh. Also, MRT Line-6 is being built on Begum Rokeya Sarani, with stops in Mirpur South. Completion of the route will result in easy access to many parts of Dhaka, including Uttara, Farmgate, Kawran Bazar, Shahbag, Dhaka University, and Motijheel. MRT Line-5 (Northern Route) is also slated for construction, with stops in Mirpur-1. This route will take you from Mirpur South to destinations such as Gulshan, Banani, and Bashundhara.
Educational Institutions
Mirpur South is home to numerous schools and colleges that are offering high-quality education to the large population of Mirpur south. Schools following both the National and British curriculum are available. Some of the more notable schools include Monipur High School and College in Monipur, and Methodist English Medium School in Mirpur-1.Numerous top-quality schools, colleges, and universities are located in nearby areas, such as Scholastica Mirpur, Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP), and MIST. There are also numerous universities to choose from in Mirpur East for those in the area who are seeking to pursue higher education. The most notable of them are Green University in Begum Rokeya Avenue, Darul Ihsan University in Mirpur-1, and European University of Bangladesh in Gabtoli.
Medical Institutions
There are numerous diagnostic centers and pharmacies in Mirpur South. The area also has a host of major healthcare facilities, such as Delta Hospital in Tolarbag, Selina General Hospital & Diagnostic Centre in Gabtoli, Kidney Foundation Hospital and Heart Foundation Hospital in Mirpur Road, opposite to Section-2. There are other nearby facilities such as EXIM Bank Hospital, MARKS Medical College & Hospital. There are also two Lazz Pharma branches in Mirpur South, one along Darus Salam Road and another in 60 feet Road.
Parks & Recreation
In Mirpur South, you will find some iconic landmarks of Dhaka city. Bangladesh National Zoo is located in Mirpur-1, and it is home to numerous animals and wildlife. Constructed in 1974, it is the largest zoo in Bangladesh and hosts around 10,000 visitors each day. Right beside the zoo is the National Botanical Garden of Bangladesh, which is home to over 50,000 species of plants. Another quirky site in Mirpur South is the Taka Museum, located on the first floor of Bangladesh Bank Training Academy. The museum displays numerous coins and banknotes from different historical periods of Bangladesh.
Religious Institutions
Religion is an important part of the lives of most residents of Mirpur South, which is why there are religious facilities for people of all religions in the area. Muslim residents will not face any difficulties finding mosques in the area, with there being at least one in every neighborhood. Masjid Al Kuwait Al Kabir in Mirpur-1 is one of the largest mosques in Dhaka. Hindu residents will find a While there aren’t any Buddhist temples in Mirpur South, there is the Shakyamuni Buddhist Temple in Mirpur-13. There are numerous churches for followers of different sects of Christianity in Mirpur East. The Methodist Church in Mirpur-1 and Our Lady Queen of Apostles Church in Borobag are some notable examples.
Nearby Areas
Mirpur South is a massive area, which means that it shares a border with numerous areas, and close proximity to many others. In the southwest, there’s Gabtoli, Kallyanpur, and Shyamoli. At the southern side of Mirpur South is Agargaon and Sher-E-Bangla Nagar, which is home to numerous ministries, government agencies, and research institutes. On the eastern side of Begum Rokeya Sarani, there’s Mirpur East, which includes significant portions of Senpara Parbata, Mirpur 14, East Monipur, East Kazipara, East Shewrapara, Ibrahimpur, and parts of Kafrul. To the north, there’s Mirpur Section-1 , Section-2, Section-6, Section-10. Because of how well connected Mirpur South is, areas like Mohammadpur, Lalmatia, Dhanmondi, Farmgate, Mohakhali, Banani, and even Gulshan don’t seem like they’re too far away.