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Country: Bangladesh
Where is it?: Bangladesh is in southern Asia, bordering the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and India.
Why do people go here?: Even though it's very crowded and poor, Bangladesh has much to offer the intrepid traveler.
What are the main entry points?: Bangkok and Kolkata and the main entry points by plane. Overland there are a few crossing from India but check for advice first. There is no crossing via Myanmar
Currency used: Taka
Country Code for Phones: 880
Area codes for Major Cities: Dhaka 2
Other Phone Tips:
Religion: Muslim 83%, Hindu 16%, other 1%
Population: 141340476
Ethnic Groups: Bengali 98%, tribal groups, non-Bengali Muslims
Government: Parliamentary democracy
Languages: Bangla (official, also known as Bengali), English
Major Cities: Dhaka
Attractions: Cox's Bazar, Sundarbans National Park, Somapuri Vihara
Accomodation: Bangladesh Hostels
Tourism Office locations and links: Bangladesh Tourism Office
Off-the-Beaten-Path: St Martin Island
Health Issues: Cholera, Hepatitis, Malaria, Meningococcal Meningitis
When to go: Early October to the middle of February is the best time to visit Bangladesh
Common Phrases: Add later
Specific Events/Holidays: The Festival of Colours: March, Durga Puja: October
Getting Around: There are multiple ways to explore Bangladesh. Trains are the most efficient and safe. Buses are okay, but there is a high amount of accidents in the country
Good to know: Traveling by boat is a great way to see the country.
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This article was published on BootsnAll on August 05, 2004

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