Bangladesh: South Asia's premier travel destination

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Bangladesh: South Asia's premier travel destination

Once the pandemic restrictions are eased, where would you like to go? Bangladesh is a good option. The South Asian nation, which is celebrating its 50th year of Independence, is considered a premier travel destination in South Asia. World Bank has described it the "least touristy" spot...

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Bangladesh: South Asia's premier travel destination

Once the pandemic restrictions are eased, where would you like to go? Bangladesh is a good option. The South Asian nation, which is celebrating its 50th year of Independence, is considered a premier travel destination in South Asia.
World Bank has described it the "least touristy" spot, implying you can navigate the country without bumping into hordes of tourists. The country, which offers some stunning views and variety in terms of destinations, remains largely untapped in terms of tourism.

If you’re looking for beauty and tranquility, consider the following destinations in Bangladesh:

The Sundarban Forest

Considered the largest mangrove forest in the world, the Sundarbans is mostly located in Bangladesh, with some parts in Indian territory. Home to one of the world’s last populations of Bengal tigers, the Sundarbans possess the natural beauty to transport you into a different dimension. | Image: Wikimedia Commons

Srimangal - The tea haven

Fancy tea? Bangladesh has plenty of it. Located in the country’s northeast, the Srimangal is considered the tea capital of the tiny country. Largely secluded, the plantations offer a sneak peek into the natural beauty which remains untapped in the country. | Image: Xahidur Reza from Dhaka, Bangladesh/Wikimedia Commons

Somapuri Mahabhihara

A UNESCO world heritage site, Somapuri Mahabhihara was the second-largest Buddhist monastery located south of Himalayas in the 8th century. It is located in a place called Paharpur. | Image: Wikimedia Commons

Gauḍa

Are you into ancient cities? Bangladesh offers the best of both worlds. At Gauḍa, one can witness the ruins of an ancient city. Located between India-Bangladesh border, the location was once the centre of all activity in the Bengal region, before cholera forced everyone out of the city. | Image: Twitter user @haerone

Barisal

Situated in the centre of the Ganges Delta, Barisal offers a glimpse of life like no other. Most life in the city thrives on water. The place boasts floating markets, schools, and even villages! | Image: Wikimedia Commons

Chittagong Hill tracts

If you really enjoy trekking, the best place to visit in Bangladesh is the Chittagong Hill tracts. But you require permission from authorities to venture deep into region. | Image: Wikimedia Commons

St Martin’s Island

A coral island located in the Bay of Bengal in Bangladesh, the island is the ideal destination for people seeking peace and quiet near the ocean. | Image: Wikimedia Commons

Keokradong and Tajingdong

Keokradong is the highest peak in Bangladesh while Tajindong is the second highest. Both are surrounded by scenic hillscapes and offer two trekking routes for enthusiasts. On the journey, one can see an array of rivers and trees. Atop Keokradong lies a small shelter by a signboard put up by Bangladesh Army marking the elevation at 967 metres. | Image: Wikimedia Commons

 

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Char Kukri-Mukri Wildlife Sanctuary

Located on an island along the Bay of Bengal in southern Bangladesh, the Kukri-Mukri Wildlife Sanctuary, commonly known as Charfession Sanctuary, is situated at the mouth of Meghana river. But exercise caution - many parts of the sanctuary are submerged twice a day during high tides. | Image: Wikimedia Commons

Cox’s Bazar

Besides being home to the world’s largest refugee camp, the area hosts a long natural sandy beach. Considered the tourist capital of Bangladesh, one can take up multiple activities here including surfing and other beach sports. A complete package, Bazar offers splendid view of green valleys and the ocean all at once. | Image: Wikimedia Commons

Lawachara National Park

A rain forest, the park offers ample trekking opportunities. Additionally, you will find over 460 species of birds, reptiles and mammals in the park. Located in the northeastern region of the country, it is considered an important natural reserve in the country. | Image: Wikimedia Commons


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• Bangladesh Independence Golden Jubilee

 

[Michael Corleone]

Man I need to see my own country. ****

 

[Homo Sapiens]

Man I need to see my own country. ****

After completion of these following infrastructure projects, Bangladesh will be a much more travel friendly country-

1.Dhaka metrorail, MRT-6
2. Chattogram-Cox's Bazar railway
3.Chattogram-Cox's Bazar 4 lane highway
4.Cox's Bazar international airport.
5.Sabrang, Sonadia and Naf tourism park in Cox's bazar.
6.Dhaka-Sylhet 6 lane highway.
7.Outer ring road, elevated expressway, Patenga tourist zone and Karnaphuli tunnel in Chattogram city.
8.Padma bridge

These mega-projects are expected to complete within 2-5 years. Each of these project will hugely facilitate moving around the country rapidly and comfortably and people will be able to get some entertainment at beaches.

 

[Shorisrip]

After completion of the following infrastructure projects, Bangladesh will be a much more travel friendly country-

1.Dhaka metrorail, MRT-6
2. Chattogram-Cox's Bazar railway
3.Chattogram-Cox's Bazar 4 lane highway
4.Cox's Bazar international airport.
5.Sabrang, Sonadia and Naf tourism park in Cox's bazar.
6.Dhaka-Sylhet 6 lane highway.
7.Outer ring road, elevated expressway, Patenga tourist zone and Karnaphuli tunnel in Chattogram city.
8.Padma bridge

These projects are expected to complete within 2-5 years. Each of these project will hugely facilitate moving around the country rapidly and comfortably. The 3 tourism parks in Cox's Bazar and Patenga tourist zone will be the magnets to attract toursts. Only after these projects get completed, we can claim that Bangladesh has became a tourist destination.

Bangladesh is overshadowed by India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Maldives in the region by tourism value as it is currently. I don't think we can become expect large number of foreign arrivals, like SEA countries like Malaysia, Thailand or even Vietnam, until we hit upper-middle to lower developed country level. The infrastructure will however definitely attract more foreigners than it currently does. However, we're going to have a vibrant tourism industry when we become developed, like for e.g., Korea which is now one of the most visited countries in the world, and wasn't even much talked about just 2 decades ago. Till then, we're going to see large increase in domestic tourism, which will probably play the biggest part in the industry till we're a high income country.

 

[Homo Sapiens]

Bangladesh is overshadowed by India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Maldives in the region by tourism value as it is currently. I don't think we can become expect large number of foreign arrivals, like SEA countries like Malaysia, Thailand or even Vietnam, until we hit upper-middle to lower developed country level. The infrastructure will however definitely attract more foreigners than it currently does. However, we're going to have a vibrant tourism industry when we become developed, like for e.g., Korea which is now one of the most visited countries in the world, and wasn't even much talked about just 2 decades ago. Till then, we're going to see large increase in domestic tourism, which will probably play the biggest part in the industry till we're a high income country.

We should first and foremost provide the Bangladeshi people good travel destinations around the country. You can not imagine, how much the people in Bangladesh now crave for travel, even compared to 5 years ago. They are going to everywhere where there is a little resemblance of a tourist destination. Besides all the familiar tourist destinations, that are packed with domestic tourists, many are going to places where even 5 years ago, people would not consider them to be a tourist attraction. I read few days ago a news that, a certain village is receiving thousands of tourist everyday because those villagers planted sunflower, so much so that, the villagers had the sweet problem of maintaining their sunflower gardens. They never imagined something like that will ever happen. Similarly a village in Jashore known for Rose cultivation became a hot tourist destination. Thousands are going there despite lack of any tourism facilities. I would say, an explosion of tourism is awaiting for us, if not international then domestic surely.

 

[Michael Corleone]

After completion of these following infrastructure projects, Bangladesh will be a much more travel friendly country-

1.Dhaka metrorail, MRT-6
2. Chattogram-Cox's Bazar railway
3.Chattogram-Cox's Bazar 4 lane highway
4.Cox's Bazar international airport.
5.Sabrang, Sonadia and Naf tourism park in Cox's bazar.
6.Dhaka-Sylhet 6 lane highway.
7.Outer ring road, elevated expressway, Patenga tourist zone and Karnaphuli tunnel in Chattogram city.
8.Padma bridge

These mega-projects are expected to complete within 2-5 years. Each of these project will hugely facilitate moving around the country rapidly and comfortably and people will be able to get some entertainment at beaches.

All good then, honeymoon in bd! Problem solved

 

[Saiful Islam]

All good then, honeymoon in bd! Problem solved

BDs not all that bad. Even our peaks are of similar ft to that of Ben Nevis, Scotland.
For a country the size of a province/state we are blessed to have peaks, mountains, sandy beaches, islands, forests, etc

 

[Michael Corleone]

BDs not all that bad. Even our peaks are of similar ft to that of Ben Nevis, Scotland.
For a country the size of a province/state we are blessed to have peaks, mountains, sandy beaches, islands, forests, etc

Aside from unplanned urban growth I actually like bd, the skies are beautiful, vibe is nature is amazing, good food too especially in villages.
there are some places in Dhaka even that are so beautiful that I would rather live there if I had the chance then live in west or Middle East. Namely montripara, the national museum and surrounding areas etc too bad I’m no minister or rich enough to afford living there. Have to settle for second best like regular citizens like gulshan, uttara, dhanmondi

 

[Homo Sapiens]

All good then, honeymoon in bd! Problem solved

You can try Kukri-mukri Island and it's Tarua beach. This is relatively a new tourist sensation. It's beach is still virgin!

 

[Juggernaut_Flat_Plane_V8]

by 2030 Bangladesh will break 5k USD per capita nominal...come on Bangladesh

 

[Michael Corleone]

You can try Kukri-mukri Island and it's Tarua beach. This is relatively a new tourist sensation. It's beach is still virgin!

Age maiya khuija nei

 

[Homo Sapiens]

Kaptai lake cottage.

 

[Bilal9]

Age maiya khuija nei

Maiya Khujlei hobena, handle kortey hobey - meyelok complicated jinish. Ami ar @Atlas bhai apnakey kichu tips dibo. Amader shombhoboto experience beshi...

Ki bolen @Atlas bhai?

 

[KAL-EL]

Must be nice to have a warm climate winter