Archaeology
Explore the archaeological sites of Paharpur, Mahasthanagarh and Sherpur, close to the town of Bogra in the country's northwest.
Bagerhat
Visit the town of Bagerhat in the southwest
near Khulna, where there are many historic mosques in the surrounding
area. The 15th-century Shait Gumbad, the so-called 'Sixty-domed' Mosque,
is the most well known. There are other impressive brick-built mosques
nearby.
Beaches
For beaches head to Kuakata, a newly
developed tourist resort on the southernmost tip of Bangladesh in
Barisal Division. The wide sandy beach here is an ideal vantage point
from which to watch the sun rise and set, it is also (currently)
less-developed and more serene than the crowded conditions to be found
at Cox’s Bazaar.
Boat trips
Take an overnight boat trip on the Rocket
paddle-wheel boat service that plies the river between Dhaka and Khulna
or Mongla to the south, an excellent and inexpensive way to get a feel
for the country. Contic Cruises (www.contic.com) are a riverboat specialist company that offer good value, comfortable cruises from Dhaka downstream along the Turag river.
Chittagong
Chittagong, the second largest city in
Bangladesh, is a port city, set against the blue waters of the Bay of
Bengal and surrounded by green forests, coconut groves and sandy
beaches. Attractions include the Ethnological Museum, the 17th-century
Shahi Jama-e-Masjid Mosque, the colourful multi-domed Chandanpura Mosque
and the Tomb of Sultan Bayazid Bostami. Foy's Lake, an artificial lake
named after the Englishman responsible for its design, is located 8km (5
miles) from Chittagong, and is a popular picnic site. Chittagong is
also a good base from which to explore the Rangamati Hill District,
famous for its beautiful flora and lakes and the predominantly Buddhist
tribal culture.
Dhaka's attractions
In Dhaka, the historic city and capital of
Bangladesh (north central), visit the uncompleted 17th-century Lalbagh
Fort, the stately Ahsan Manzil Palace and Museum (sometimes called the
Pink Palace), the Chota Katra and some of its many mosques. There are
several museums of note in the capital including – the Liberation War
Museum, the National Museum and the Science Museum, also of interest is
the Botanical Garden, which is adjacent to the zoo and covers 205 acres.
Inani Beach
The world's longest and broadest beach, Inani
Beach, is just south of Cox's Bazar, a thriving regional tourist centre
and beach resort in the extreme southeast of Bangladesh.
Maheskali Island
Make the boat trip from Cox's Bazar across to
Maheskali Island with its mixed Muslim, Hindu and Buddhist population.
Take a rickshaw up the hill to the Hindu Adinath temple, from where
there is a good panoramic view of the island.
Old Dhaka
In the capital, explore the hectic bazaars of
Old Dhaka and the crowded waterfront area around Sadarghat. For a sense
of the country's troubled history, visit the National Museum and the
Liberation War Museum. The Baitul Mukarram Mosque which lies where the
old and new city meets, is the 10th biggest in the world with a capacity
of 30,000. It is worth a visit to see how the unusual architecture
(there is no traditional dome) reflects Bangladesh’s modern
interpretation of Islam.
Rajendrapur National Park
Go birdwatching in the Rajendrapur National
Park, about 50km (31 miles) north of the capital, which is noted for its
varied birdlife. There's also the Madhupur National Park and Game
Sanctuary, situated about 160km (99 miles) from Dhaka.
Sonargaon
Less chaotic than Dhaka, Sonargaon, lies
about 25km (15 miles) southeast of the capital and offers some respite.
It was the capital of the region between the 13th and early 17th
centuries and the area retains a number of historical buildings that
include semi-derelict Hindu mansions and a folk-art museum.
Sundarbans National Park
The elusive Royal Bengal tiger can be found
in the Sundarbans National Park, a lush coastal area of Khulna Division
that contains the largest mangrove forest in the world. Deer, monkeys
and a great variety of birds are also found here.
Sylhet
In Sylhet pay a visit to the shrine of Hazrat
Shah Jalal, a 14th-century Sufi mystic. This is one of the holiest
sites in the country and pilgrims come from all over Bangladesh to pay
their respects. Many ethnic minorities reside in this region, including
the Manipuri and Khasi groups, which are two of the larger populations.
Sylhet Division
Take an excursion to Sylhet Division,
northeast of Dhaka, known as 'the land of two leaves and a bud' because
of its long tradition as a tea-growing area. The best known estates are
found close to the town of Srimangal.
Tamabil
Take in the splendid views at Tamabil, a
border outpost on Sylhet-Shillong road, from where spectacular
waterfalls across the Indian border can be seen. Zaflong is another
scenic spot nearby, set amidst tea gardens and beautiful hills.
Watersports
An excursion to Kaptai Lake in the Rangamati
Hill District, east of Chittagong, offers opportunities for sailing,
swimming and fishing as well as an opportunity for a glimpse at
Chittagong Hill Tracts tribal culture.
Source: http://www.worldtravelguide.net/bangladesh/things-to-do
Source: http://www.worldtravelguide.net/bangladesh/things-to-do
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