Dhaka Shipyard
Hardworking people trying to eek out a living, incessant noise of metal on metal, and ships lying on the banks of the Buriganga river make for an alternative tour of Dhaka.
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Bangla Pedal Power
It is impossible not to be struck by the impressive loads that Bangladeshi bikers transport throughout the country. Not just vital to the economy, but also a permanent ingredient of the street life of this pedal-perfect country.
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Armenian Church
Right in the middle of Old Dhaka, the Armenian church is a reminder of the Armenian community that settled here from the 16th century. Now, it is a remarkable haven of peace in a bustling city.
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Bagerhat mosques
One of the highlights of a visit to Bangladesh, discovering the mosques around Bagerhat makes for a fulfilling and enjoyable day, especially if you decide to walk.
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Kantanagar temple
A jewel of Hindu architecture in the countryside north of Dinajpur, Kantanagar temple is awe-inspiring for the visitor. Trying to read the many scenes on the outer walls can keep you busy for a long time.
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St Paul Church
A most peculiar church in the raw town of Mongla: a fusion of christian, buddhist, and muslim influences makes for a symbol of religious tolerance.
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Sonargaon
Sonargaon is the old capital city, and holds surprises such as old, richly decorated mansions, one of the finest buildings of the country, an old mosque and several bridges, all in a countryside-like setting.
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Rocket boat ride
Not just a pleasant way to get somewhere in the country, the Rocket is an institution that, while riding it, gives you a great insight into river life on the banks of the many rivers of Bangladesh.
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Sitara mosque
One of the small yet precious sights in Old Dhaka, Sitara mosque offers a tiny piece of peace in the sea of madness outside. Closer inspection will reveal a finely decorated mosque with a history.
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Bangladeshi people
Probably the true joy of traveling in Bangladesh is its people. Not only beautiful both in appearance and attitude, they are truly friendly and welcoming - and at least as curious about the visitor as the visitor is about them!
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Bangladeshi rickshaws
They are the main means of short-distance transportation, their outside often works of art, their drivers are strong, lean men able of taking the heaviest load to its destination: rickshaws.
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Khulna water landscape
An example of beautiful landscape, of stretches of water with strips of land running right through it, of houses precariously built on those strips - and of great sunsets.
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