Overview

Bangladesh, or the People's Republic of Bangladesh, is located in southern Asia bordering the Bay of Bengal, between Burma and India. The name "Bangladesh" translates to "country of Bengal" from the official language of Bengali. Bangladesh is one of the most populated countries in the world, as well as having the highest poverty rate. Bangladesh's feature attractions include archaeological sites, historical monuments, mosques, miles of beautiful turquoise beaches, stunning forests, and enchanting wildlife.

Activities & Attractions

A wide variety of attractions and activities are available for people planning a vacation in Bangladesh. Among other things, the botanical gardens, zoological gardens and the national park situated at Bhawal are popular tourist sites. One of the most commonly visited sites is the World War II cemetery at Comilla, which is a quiet and picturesque place. This cemetery contains over 700 buried soldiers from various countries including the Netherlands and Japan. Take advantage of great tour packages available in Bangladesh, if you wish to cover all important places during your visit. The capital city of Dhaka, Chittagong, Cox's Bazar, Mainimati Ruins, Somapuri Vihara, the most impressive archaeological site, and Sundarbans National Park are among the tourist attractions in Bangladesh.

Lodging

Travelers have a wide variety of options to choose from when it comes to lodging in Bangladesh. Most travelers can stay in hotels and motels that are located in the big cities. These places are quite affordable and the majority of them meet international standards. However, if you are a budget traveler, a viable option is hostels that are available in most parts of the city.

Transportation

There are various modes of transportation to travel around Bangladesh. Because the country is a flat plain, all three modes of surface transport (road, railway, and water) are widely used in carrying both passengers and cargo. Nationally operated Bangladesh Railway provides an efficient service throughout Bangladesh. The Intercity Express Service is available to and from important cities, and local trains are quite affordable. Private car hire service is available in Dhaka and some other major cities. Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation (BPC), a government organization, provides a fleet of air-conditioned and non air-conditioned cars, microbuses, and jeeps.