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A new dawn broke in the theatrical world of Bangladesh on 21 May 2011, with the very first staging of the Dhaka International Theater Festival. It was a big moment for the country, as well as theater groups, and at the inauguration, presented by the Bangladesh Centre of the International Theater Institute, the president of the organization, Ramundu Majumdar gave his opening speech. Also present at the inauguration of the festival, was Jhuna Chowdhury (Bangladesh Group Theater Federation Secretary General), Abdul Kalam Azad (Cultural Minister) and Liakat Ali Lucky (BSA Director).
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A braided river or stream is distinguished by various features such as sandbars located within the river as well as a network of channels and other water sources intertwining with the stream. Bangladesh is home to just such a river and it happens to be one of the main rivers in the country. The Jamuna River is one of the best examples of a braided river, as it has an extremely intricate network of interlinking waterways. It also has a very fragile existence, as do most braided rivers.
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Mahatma Gandhi is a global legend, who is known throughout the world for his teachings of peace and tolerance. No matter what religion someone practices, the respect for Mahatma Gandhi and the general message he tried to deliver to mankind is honored till today. Many places that he visited became famous sites, monuments and museums, such as the Gandhi Ashram in India, where his message can still be heard. He travelled the world, and each destination has paid tribute to him in some way, as did the Gandhi Ashram Trust of Bangladesh.
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As in many other countries, Bangladesh has a history of folk festivals that originated from rites and celebrations that were held to keep the gods happy. Human sacrifices have not taken place in centuries, but some festivals have survived the ages and are still celebrated, such as agricultural festivals for fertility of livestock and for a good crop. These festivals appeal to gods for rain, sun and fruitful crops. One of the ancient festivals that used to take place in Bangladesh was Navanna. It is still celebrated today, but some of the rituals have changed.
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Located in the city of Dhaka, the Bangla Academy aims to promote the Bangla language in Bangladesh and beyond its borders. In line with this aim, the Bangla Academy introduced the Bangla Academy Award in 1960 to acknowledge creativity in poetry, short stories, novels, essays, juvenile literature and translation, as well as overall contributions to promoting Bangla as a language and Bangla literature.
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A few years ago, the Bogakain Lake, or Boga Lake as it is most commonly known, could only be reached on foot. Today there is a road that runs near the lake, although most visitors still opt for the five hour hiking trail due to the beauty of the landscape. It is also a lake that is steeped in mystery and ancient tales, and is believed to be the home of a dragon. The beautiful forests and bamboo that embrace Boga Lake often let visitors forget that this is one of the highest mountain-surrounded lakes in Bangladesh.
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Curzon Hall is a structure in Dhaka, Bangladesh, that has an extremely fascinating history. It was significant in many political battles and is today a vital part of traditional education. The University of Dhaka has a School of Science division, of which the Curzon Hall is a part thereof. Its massive structure stands as a monument to the heritage of education in the city. Thus a dream that did not come true for its creator became as important as its original purpose was meant to be. Visiting Curzon Hall is not only a journey into the past, but it is an architectural masterpiece to marvel at.
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As Bangladesh gets ready to co-host the 2011 Cricket World Cup starting February 19; authorities in Dhaka have been hard at work freshening up the bustling city to welcome cricketers and cricket fans from around the world. Roads have been resurfaced, decorative street lights have been installed, and businesses and shops in the high-traffic areas of the city have been given a fresh coat of paint. Measures are being put into place to handle congested traffic, and the ever-present street hawkers are being relocated. Airports, guest houses, hotels, restaurants and even private homes have been asked to freshen up in preparation for the spotlight that will be shining on this cricket-crazy country in the weeks ahead.
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