It holds the distinction of being the first Buddhist monastery built in the city of Dhaka.

[1][2] The Dharmarajika Buddhist Monastery Complex, founded by Bishuddhananda Mahathera in 1960 on a land of 4.5 acres (1.8 ha).

The temple, situated in Basabo and belonging to the order of the Mahasthabir Nikaya, serves as a focal point for Buddhist life and culture in Dhaka and Bangladesh.

Notably, in 1962, King Bhumibol of Thailand became the first foreign head of state to visit the temple.

[1] During the Bangladesh Liberation War, the temple provided shelter and later, the Dharmarajik Orphanage was established post-independence.