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Wari

Wari

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A neighborhood in Old Dhaka, Bangladesh that has busy markets and old buildings
  • proper noun
: Wari
  • The historic buildings in Wari reflect the rich culture of Old Dhaka.
  • images of Wari
  • information about Wari
  • work in Wari

Examples

  • Every Friday, the streets of Wari come alive with shoppers and street vendors.

  • Wari is famous for its vibrant markets, attracting visitors from all over Wari.

  • In April, one SPI team contacted the northern Wari groups in the region.

    Academic text (1997)

  • His work focuses on the impact of the Wari and Inca Empires on the people of the Cotahuasi Valley.

    Academic text (2003)

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Wari is the name of an old neighborhood in Dhaka, known for its busy markets and historic buildings. One popular idea is that the name comes from an old local word or a family name, so a helpful way to remember Wari is to think of it as Dhaka's 'old market quarter'.