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Rabindra and Nazrul Jayanti Celebrations

During the month of May, two significant literary masterminds from Bangladesh are honored in a ceremonial festival. The births and deaths of these two remarkable men are remembered, as their impact on Bangladesh and the legacy they left behind still play a vital role in the culture and history of the country. Rabindra and Nazrul Jayanti, are two days of remembrance and celebration across Bangladesh, and a unique cultural experience for visitors. Tourists who are able to attend the festivities are recommended to join in this personal and heartfelt tribute to legendary literary visionaries.

Mangalkavya – Tales of the Gods

Poetry has been widely appreciated for centuries by people from around the world. Various styles and topics have arisen over time. Between the thirteenth and eighteenth century the people of Bangladesh wrote a genre of poetry called Mangalkavya. Mangalkavya poetry, pays tribute to the Bengali deities and gods, and tells the stories of battles and victories, praising the powers of the deities.

Cox’s Bazaar Beautification Project

One of the most popular attractions in Bangladesh is Cox’s Bazaar. Once a sleepy little fishing town, its industry has been boosted over the years with the influx of thousands of tourists. Everyone who travels to Bangladesh always ensures that they visit Cox’s Bazaar, as it is the longest natural stretch of beach in the world, at a length of 120 kilometers. Although this breathtaking beach is considered to be part of the attractions in Bangladesh, beautification projects and developments have been introduced to grow Cox’s Bazaar into a prime holiday destination.

Fun in Beautiful Surroundings at Foy’s Lake

Chittagong is the second-largest city in Bangladesh as well as being the chief seaport of the country. It is located in southeastern Bangladesh on the banks of the Karnaphuli River which flows into the Bay of Bengal. Foy’s Lake is a large man-made lake on the outskirts of Chittagong, next to Batili Hill. Surrounded by scenic forests and hills, Foy’s Lake is a superb picnic and recreation area which attracts thousands of visitors, both local and international.

“1971” – a Bangladeshi Liberation War Documentary

The Bangladesh Liberation War is a significant part of the history of the country, and lasted from the 26th of March 1971 until the 16th of December 1971. War broke out during this time between East and West Pakistan. West Pakistan became Pakistan by the end of the war, and East Pakistan is known today as Bangladesh. Finding a formidable ally in India, the East Pakistan forces were able to drive the West Pakistani armed military from their territory and gain their independence as Bangladesh. Unfortunately, independence came with a price and sacrifice, and a story of heroism and courage that every citizen of Bangladesh should know about.

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