Bangladesh Travel Tips

Although Bangladesh is yet to gain steady prominence as a tourist destination, you will be surprised at what you see. Picturesque locations, archeological sites, historical monuments, forests, fields, beaches, and friendly people are what you'll encounter in this beautiful country. International flights arrive in three major cities, Dhaka, Chittagong and Sylhet. The cities in Bangladesh are well connected. You can opt to take the air route, rail, road, or waterway to head to your destination. Bangladesh is a place that has major attractions spread over the country. You need a lot of time to explore the magnificence of this beautiful land. If you're tight on schedules it is recommended you take local flights to the destination of your choice. The local flights are convenient, affordable and save a lot of time on travel.

If you have time at your disposal taking the road or rail is a unique experience. The seats or berths on a train journey may not be very comfortable but the warmth and the noise of the people traveling in your compartment makes you forget you're uncomfortable. Conversations start over snacks that most travelers carry or purchase from vendors on the train. Even if you choose to read quietly, seated next to your window, be assured you will be offered snacks by a few among the many smiling faces that are munching on them. When you refuse politely, the local language 'Bengali' that sounds like acapella to the ears, accompanied by the word 'superb', and the line ' taste and see', gain prominence. When you oblige to the persistence of their kind gestures, their glee knows no bounds. This is not just a one-off incident, anywhere you travel in Bangladesh such is the warmth and kindness bestowed upon you. The visuals of paddy fields, villages, rocky terrain, and smiles, you see on a train journey in Bangladesh will mesmerize you.

If you take the road, make sure you don't drive. Although the roads are good, there is no traffic discipline in the cities. Hiring a local driver along with the car you hire ensures that you are maneuvered to your destination safely. Traveling by boats or ferries across the numerous rivers is the best way to admire the vast expanse of nature, Bangladesh has to offer. The still waters of rivers or lakes surrounded by mango groves, and tea plantations soothe your senses. The virgin landscape in small towns and villages is the stuff of dreams. Taking a ride on the cycle rickshaws is a thrill that has to be experienced. Bangladesh has a variety of hotels that suit every budget. From exquisite ultra modern luxury hotels to elegantly designed traditional hotels, you will find a place the suits your needs. The service and hospitality offered by most hotels is top notch.

Places and spots you must visit in Bangladesh

Dhaka

- Science Museum

- National Museum

- Arts and Crafts Institute

- 1857 Memorial

- Botanical Garden

- Mosques

- Churches

- Old High Court

- Lalbagh Fort

Khulna

Sundarban - Famous spots in Sundarban are:

- Dublar Char

- Karamjol

- Kakta

- Kochikhali

- Mandarbaria

- Hiron point

Sylhet

- Lawacherra Rain Forest

- Madhabkunda Waterfall

- Handicrafts of Sylhet

- Gour Gobinda Fort

- Shahi Eidgah

- Srimongol

- Tamabil

- Jaflong

- Shrine of Hazrat Shah Jalal

Chittagong (Within the City)

- War Cemetery

- Ethnological Museum

- Zia Memorial Museum

- Court Building Museum

- Fay's Lake

- Shrines

Chittagong (Outside the City)

- Chandraghona

- Cox's Bazar

- Sonadia Island

- Himchori/Inani Beach

- Aggameda Khyang

- St. Martins Island

- Rangmati

- Bandarban

Barishal

- Kuakata

- Horinghata

Rajshahi

- Choto Sona Mosque

- Puthia

- Ramshagor Dighi

- Varendra Research Museum

- Paharpur Buddhist Monastery

- Shopnopuri

- Mahasthangarh

- Kantajee's Temple