A relatively young and unexplored country, Bangladesh became independent in 1971. The majestic Himalayas stand some distance to the north, while in the south lies the Bay of Bengal. These picturesque boundaries frame a low lying plain of about 1,47,570 sq.km criss-crossed by innumerable rivers and streams. The topography of the country is characterized by wooded marshy lands and jungles with plain lands occupying most of the river basins. |
Archaeological sites like the Mainimati Ruins, renowned Buddhist culture seat from 7th to 12th centuries and deep forested regions, like the Sundarbans National Park, home of the Royal Bengal Tiger and a World Heritage site, are just few of the major attractions. There are historic mosques and forts, colourful tribes, tea estates, beaches, forests and wildlife. It is a paradise for nature lovers with opportunities for angling, water-skiing, river cruising, hiking, rowing, surfing, yachting and sea bathing. |
