"SLC32-W5" // Steem Expedition 2.0 Everyday Routes. Recreation and Fun Spaces

Today I will tell you about a beautiful and well-known shopping complex in my country, called Baitul Mukarram Shopping Complex. I will pin it on the Steam Atlas map. I hope everyone will like it.

Baitul Mukarram is a national mosque of our country, and one of the 10 mosques in the Asian continent. And this shopping complex is located behind this mosque. This shopping complex has been named after the national mosque. It is located next to the zero point of the city of our country's capital, Dhaka. A well-known place in this city is Gulistan.

The main secret to having a good time in this place is to find a different feeling in its lively atmosphere and crowd of people.

When I visited and looked there, I did not just think about shopping; rather, I enjoyed the surrounding environment, the movement of people, and the busyness of the shopkeepers. The most attractive aspect of this shopping complex is that many types of things can be seen here together. There are various types of shops, including clothes, watches, jewelry, and various practical products, which are nice to browse.

	Entirence gate

	Burqa Shop

	Inside shopping complex

I think the secret to having a good time here is to wander slowly. Going from one shop to another without rushing, seeing new things, and talking to people - there is joy in all this. Not only shopping, but the busy atmosphere here also gives a kind of experience.

Another thing is that when you go here, there is an excitement of finding your favorite thing. Seeing the different collections of many shops, it seems that each shop has its own story. The fun of walking around and chatting with acquaintances also increases.

For me, the real beauty of Baitul Mukarram Shopping Complex is that it is not just a market; it is a part of people's daily lives. People's laughter, talk, busyness, and the joy of shopping have all created a lively atmosphere here. It is open from 9 am to 8 pm and is closed on Fridays.

So in my opinion, the secret to having a good time here is to wander around with an open mind, enjoy the surroundings, and find the joy in small moments. Whether shopping or just wandering around, the experience at Baitul Mukarram Shopping Complex is always memorable if you have the right attitude.

If I had a funny warning sign at the entrance of Baitul Mukarram Shopping Complex, the first rule would definitely be “Be careful! If you enter here, your pocket is likely to be empty, because it is difficult to stop yourself when you see something you like.”

This rule seems the funniest to me, because many such incidents happen in real life. Many times we go to shopping complexes just to look around. We think to ourselves, I will not buy anything today, I will just have a look around. But when we go there and see a beautiful dress, watch, shoes, or something we like, our previous thoughts change. And when I go to this shopping complex, I am sure that this will happen because the goods here are authentic.

In places like Baitul Mukarram Shopping Complex, there are many shops side by side. As we walk from one shop to another, we see new things. If we like something, we think it would be good to buy it. Then a small battle starts within ourselves: should I buy it or not? Many times, we end up buying the thing we like.

	Hats shop

	Crockeries Shop

	Toy shop

The funny thing about this warning is that it is not just for laughs, but also speaks about the natural habits of people. When we go shopping, we often go beyond our plans and buy something. Because it becomes difficult to control ourselves when we have something we like in front of us.

I think this rule will make people laugh and, at the same time, remind them of the real experience of shopping. Because the joy of shopping is not only in buying things, but also in the joy of finding something we like.

So if there were such a sign at the entrance of Baitul Mukarram, people would enter with a smile. Some might say, “I will not buy anything today”, but after a while, they would be seen leaving with their favorite things in their hands. This is actually the fun part of shopping.

I still remember a funny incident that happened to my friend while visiting the Baitul Mukarram Shopping Complex. My friend's name is Iqbal. One day, we went to visit this market. While we were visiting, it was suddenly time for prayers. Then my friend Iqbal went to pray at a nearby mosque.

Before praying, he took off his shoes outside the mosque. We thought that after praying, we would come back and put on our shoes and visit the market again. But when we came out after praying, Iqbal saw that the shoes he had kept were no longer there. We searched a lot and could not find those shoes.

At first, Iqbal was a little surprised. Then we all laughed about it. Because he kept saying, "I only took off my shoes for a few minutes!" But in those few minutes, someone else liked his shoes.

	My Photo

	Bag shop

	Sunglass shop

	Fast Money Transection

In the end, Iqbal had to buy a new pair of sandals. The funny thing is, in the market where we went shopping, he ended up having to go there and buy shoes for himself. This incident is a very funny memory for us.

I learned one thing from this incident, that when you go out somewhere, you need to take care of your belongings. But this small incident made our visit even more enjoyable. Even now, when we talk about Baitul Mukarram, Iqbal's story of his lost shoe comes to mind, and we all laugh.

In addition, the entire market is under CCTV cameras, and for quick service, there is a money exchange booth inside where money can be exchanged remotely. Especially since there are some food shops, hundreds of people from the complex can come here for breakfast. This is a business area, so thousands of people commute here every day.

If I had an unlimited budget and the opportunity to add a new attraction to Baitul Mukarram Shopping Complex, I would like to have something that will give people pleasure as well as shopping. I think a large and modern entertainment area can be created here.

I would first create a fun “shopping game zone”. Where people can participate in various small games. Such as a game of finding the favorite item quickly, a game of guessing the price, or a fun competition such as choosing the right item within a certain time. This will be enjoyed by children and adults alike.

I would also have a nice photo area. Where people can come and take pictures of their beautiful moments while visiting Baitul Mukarram. If there are some specially designed places, people will come there with more interest.

	jewellery

	Watch shop

	Car parking

	library

Another attraction could be a small rest and entertainment area. Where people can sit, chat, and relax for some time after the fatigue of shopping. If there is a nice atmosphere there, the whole experience will be better.

I would like to have a “Surprise Gift Corner” here. Sometimes, someone can get a small gift through luck. This will increase both people's interest and joy.

In addition, there are several shops in this shopping center, among them

• Punjabi shops
• Women's burqa shops
• Hats, prayer mats, and various kinds of product shops
• Watch shops
• Bag shops
• Home decoration shops
• Jewelry shops, etc.

In each shop, domestic and foreign products are available; there are some products for human use that are not available in other markets but are available in this market. So, from far and wide, this market is not only alive to buy necessary products here, but it is also famous for shopping while walking. There is a gold shop here as a jewelry shop for famous women. In addition, there is a large car parking center for good service, where parking is paid separately. Everyone from the upper class comes here to shop.

In my opinion, if a shopping complex becomes a place of enjoyment for people rather than just a place for shopping, then everyone will want to spend more time there. So adding some such attractions would make Baitul Mukarram Shopping Complex a more lively and fun place.