Buddhist/Hindu Kingdom
Dhaka area was under Pala Empire from 8th century until late 11th century. Vikrampur, a region nearby Dhaka, was their capital. Nothing much is known about Dhaka around that time. Since Sena dynasty started ruling the region in 1095 CE, largely Hindu community populated the lower Dhaka region. Localities like Laksmibazar, Banglabazar, Sutrapur, Jaluanagar, Banianagar, Goalnagar, Tantibazar, Shakhari Bazar, Sutarnagar, Kamarnagar, Patuatuli and Kumartuli are the examples of settlements of Hindu craftsmen and professionals. According to popular legend, Dhakeshwari Temple was built by Ballal Sena, the second Sena ruler. Another tradition says, there were fifty two bazaars and fifty three streets and the region acquired the name of Baunno Bazaar and Teppun Gulli.
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