Where in the world is Bangladesh?

New State in an Ancient Land

Location location location: South Asia at the mouth of the bay of Bengal
Bordering Countries: India and Myanmar
West Bengal state of India + Bangladesh = The ethno-linguistic region of Bengal.
The name Bangladesh means “Country of Bengal.”
Capital: Dhaka

Dhaka has a fairly long history. It is believed to have grown as an urban center in the Sultanate period and rose into prominence in the Mughal preiod when it enjoyed the position of a provincial capital. The capital today is home to 15million people.

The Sundarban (“beautiful forest”) is home to Royal Bengal Tigers, numerous historical sites, abundant wild-life, warm climate, scenic natural areas and a rich cultural heritage—Bengal was termed the golden bird of India when the British first arrived.

City Tour

Go on the treasure hunt of the historical wonders in the Capital like the Lal Bagh fort, the famous Louis Kahn assembly building, the Shahid Minar.

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