Old High Court Building, Dhaka

It was constructed in the beginning of the 20th century and designed by Chishty Brothers Architects and Engineers in Renaissance architectural style.

It served as an official residence and governmental office before coming the High Court Building after the division of India in 1947.

It has a prominent central porch under a triangular pediment which is supported on Corinthian columns.

On entering the building through this porch there are two wide verandahs on either side of the 28 foot square entrance hall, which is paved with white marble.

The edifice presents a graceful example of the European Renaissance style as adapted to suit this country.