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Dhaka, Dhaka Division, Bangladesh
@shimulzabaly
Member since 2022
Hey beautiful people! 😊 I live in Mohammadpur — a historic neighborhood beside the old Buriganga river, one of Dhaka's most storied waterways. I'm a poet, short story writer, and travel feature writer. I work for Views Bangladesh, the country's only bilingual newspaper. I love capturing the world through my camera, and cooking is a real passion — so expect good food at the table! My interests run deep — art, literature, history, social science, archaeology, plants, and nature. I'm open-minded, love meeting people, and believe the best way to truly know a place is to live like a local. If you stay with me, I'd love to take you through the narrow lanes of Old Dhaka, walk along the Buriganga at dusk, cook a proper Bengali meal together, or simply sit and talk about the world over tea. I welcome guests who are curious, open-minded, and respectful of local culture. You don't need to know Bangladesh — just bring your stories, and I'll bring mine. You're warmly welcome. 🙏
Interested in Bars
Interested in Beer
Fluent in Bengali, Bangla
Learning Assamese
Something about me that I would change but haven't yet...
I can show you... Dhaka that doesn't appear in guidebooks — its history, its stories, its soul. Ask me about... Bengali literature, the Liberation War, Mughal Dhaka, or why this river city still breathes like a poem. The best conversations happen... over tea, with books around us and no rush to be anywhere. Local knowledge? I've been to every district of Bangladesh. I'm your best map.
Why I'm on Couchsurfing
I like to stay with locals when go somewhere. It gives me a better understanding of the region's history, myths, society, and environment. Always want to explore more. That's why I think this is the best way. And might be an opportunity to meet wonderful people all over the world! Couchsurfing is a place where every member has amazing stories, experiences. I want to hear your life stories. I want to share my experience with you...
Music, Movies, and Books
Mostly i like Bangla Baul folk song and techno music. Otherwise i like to Metal and indian classical music. But i don't have any specific movies or books. Many movies and books are my favorite.
One Amazing Thing I've Done
Stayed 2 months in St. Martin island (Bangladesh) without any expenses. And more amazing things i have done!
Teach, Learn, Share
I can play Huppy Drums, Baya (one kind of bangla traditional instrument) I can teach how to cook Bengali traditional dish.
What I Can Share With Hosts
I hope I can help you in your work. I will try to help as much as I can. I love to cooking... So Happy to shop for food and cook for my host..... I am always happy to share about my travel experience and my Bangladeshi History and culture. I can tell you about everything you need to travel to beautiful Bangladesh. I would love to teach my mother tongue Bengali if the host is willing to learn. Love to tell about the most beautiful places in Bangladesh.