Mahasthangarh, Bangladesh, Threatened by Brick Removal
A new article describes how the ancient site of Mahasthangarh is threatened by the removal of original bricks for use as building materials in modern structures. In addition, looting is also a major threat to this important site.
Click here for the full news article, and please join the Mahasthangarh GHN Group to stay up to date with site-related news and discussions.
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