Doel Chattar is a well-known square on the University of Dhaka campus, with a sculpture of two doel birds (oriental magpie-robins) at its centre. The doel is the national bird of Bangladesh, and the square sits in front of Curzon Hall.
Location
University of Dhaka campus, Shahbag
Sculpture
Two doel birds
Doel
The national bird of Bangladesh
Nearby
Curzon Hall
The square takes its name from the doel — the oriental magpie-robin, which is the national bird of Bangladesh. A sculpture of two doel birds is placed at its centre.
This area of Shahbag is part of the University of Dhaka campus, and lies in front of Curzon Hall.
Doel Chattar works as a junction of several routes inside the campus; from here you can head towards Curzon Hall and the Institute of Fine Arts.
Because it adjoins both the campus and the city’s central road, the square is linked with the probhat feri and cultural processions of 21 February.
The square is open and publicly accessible, but it is part of the campus, so keeping to orderly movement during busy times is sensible.
Movement can be restricted by nearby events or road conditions; check the local situation before you go.
Information checked: 3 November 2026. Access conditions, opening hours, fares and nearby opening arrangements can change — confirm the latest details before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
On the Shahbag side of the University of Dhaka campus, in front of Curzon Hall.
A sculpture of two doel birds — the national bird of Bangladesh.
“Doel” is the Bengali name of the oriental magpie-robin.
Related pages
Trusted sources