The visiting special envoy toured the Lalbagh Fort, one of the capital’s Mughal-era historic sites, underscoring Washington’s support for cultural preservation and tourism development in Bangladesh.

Special Envoy Charles Harder and Deputy Chief of Mission Megan Bouldin visited Lalbagh Fort on Sunday at the invitation of the Department of Archaeology Bangladesh, according to a statement from the US Embassy Dhaka.

During the visit, the delegation toured the Mughal-era Hammam Khana, which has been restored with support from the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation.

The US side reiterated its commitment to safeguarding cultural heritage for future generations, noting that such initiatives contribute to sustainable tourism and cultural exchange.

Lalbagh Fort, a 17th-century Mughal complex, remains one of Dhaka’s tourist attractions, drawing both local and international visitors throughout the year.