Like many capital cities of Asia, Dhaka is packed with overwhelming sights and experiences. The thousands of riskshaws running around the streets, ready to take you to any destination for a fee, or the filthy riverbanks of old Dhaka and the poverty stricken streets are enough to prevent a return visit for some, but looking past the hectic city life, Dhaka has more to offer. Known as the "City of Mosques", you will see that Dhaka is not only the center of political, cultural and economic life in Bangladesh, but is also cauldron of art and intellectual thinkers. The city never seems to stay still, and continues to develop at an astounding rate.