Country's codes
International phone code for Bangladesh: +880
3 letters: BGD
2 letters (internet domain): .BD
Digital country code 050
Standard EAN-13 (country barcode): 880
Olympic country code: BAN
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Travel Guide
Bangladesh offers a magical blend of emerald tea hills, serene river deltas, ancient mosques, and the world’s longest natural sea beach. Experience the Royal Bengal Tiger in the Sundarbans, explore bustling Dhaka, and discover a culture built on resilience, festivals, and culinary richness.
Top Attractions in Bangladesh
🌿 Sundarbans Mangrove Forest
A UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest mangrove forest on earth, home to the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, spotted deer, and crocodiles.
🏖️ Cox’s Bazar Sea Beach
The world’s longest uninterrupted natural sea beach, stretching over 120 km along the Bay of Bengal — a stunning sunrise destination.
🍃 Srimangal & Tea Gardens
Known as the “tea capital” of Bangladesh, with endless rolling tea estates, rainforest trails, and the unique Lawachara National Park.
🕌 Sixty Dome Mosque, Bagerhat
A magnificent 15th‑century mosque built from brick and terracotta, part of the historic mosque city of Bagerhat (UNESCO).
Best Places to Visit
- 🏙️ Dhaka – Capital of rickshaws, Mughal forts, and vibrant markets.
- 🌊 Cox’s Bazar – Endless sandy beach and nearby Himchari National Park.
- 🌿 Sundarbans – Boat safaris through mangrove channels.
- 🍃 Sylhet – Tea gardens, rolling hills, and the shrine of Hazrat Shah Jalal.
- 🏰 Paharpur (Somapura Mahavihara) – UNESCO Buddhist monastery from the 8th century.
Things to Do in Bangladesh
- Take a boat safari in the Sundarbans to spot Royal Bengal Tigers.
- Walk the endless beach of Cox’s Bazar at sunrise.
- Visit a tea estate in Srimangal and taste fresh, world‑class tea.
- Enjoy Bengali cuisine: hilsa fish curry, biryani, pitha (rice cakes).
- Ride a cycle rickshaw through old Dhaka’s chaotic, colorful streets.
Travel Tips for Visitors
- ☀️ Tropical climate — light cottons in summer; a light jacket for mild winter evenings.
- 🚕 Ride‑sharing apps (Uber, Pathao) work well in Dhaka and Chittagong.
- 💳 Cash is king in smaller towns; cards accepted in upscale hotels and restaurants in cities.
- 🙏 Dress modestly, especially in religious sites and rural areas.
📌 Useful Country Information
Quick Facts
Total area: 56,977 sq mi (147,570 sq km)
Population (2023 est.): ~172 million
Capital: Dhaka (~22 million metro)
🇧🇩 Dhaka: Capital City Profile
Other major cities: Chittagong, Khulna, Rajshahi, Sylhet
Currency: Bangladeshi Taka (BDT)
National name: Gônoprojatontri Bangladesh
Language: Bengali (Bangla) — official; English widely used in business
Ethnicity/race: Bengali 98% (includes Chakma, Marma, Tripura, Garo, Santal), other 2%
Religions: Muslim 91%, Hindu 8%, other (Buddhist, Christian) 1%
National Holiday: March 26, Independence Day (from Pakistan, 1971).
Background
🕊️ Born from a bloody liberation war, Bangladesh has transformed from one of the poorest nations into a development success story, with rapidly growing infrastructure and a thriving microfinance sector.
🚆 Despite its dense population, travel is possible by an extensive network of trains, buses, and riverboats — the latter offering unforgettable journeys through the world’s largest river delta.
🌏 Bangladesh remains proudly non‑aligned and focuses on regional cooperation through SAARC and BIMSTEC.
