Bangladesh is a lush green country east of India, and is the most densely-populated country on earth for its size.
Search for the last remaining Royal Bengal Tigers, jump on a rickshaw and speed through the city of Dhaka and cruise down the country’s many waterways on a boat. Looking for the most photographic places for a Bangladesh Instagram photo? We’ve picked the seven best.
1. Sixty Dome Mosque
This UNESCO World-Heritage site has been described as “the most impressive Muslim monuments in the whole of the Indian subcontinent.”
The mosque was built in the 15th century and is a stunning sight.
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2. Kaptai Lake
Kaptai is Bangladesh’s largest artificial lake, created in the 1960’s.
You visit lake by renting a boat/speedboat from the reserve market in Rangamati and tour the various spots around the area. The most popular trip is Shuvalong Falls, a pretty 90 minute boat trip.
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3. Srimangal
The tea capital of Bangladesh, Srimangal has rolling tea plantations everywhere the eye can see. The town itself is friendly and charming, but be sure to explore the vast green countryside.
We recommend hiring a tour guide who will show you all the best spots, with plenty of tea tasting en route.
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4. Inani Beach
This golden sea beach is part of one of the longest stretches of beach in the world, Cox’s Bazar.
The beach is secluded and has clean, shark-free, waters, making it an ideal place to spend the day. The best bit is it’s still relatively untouched by tourism.
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5. Sundarbans
The Sundarbans mangrove forest, one of the largest such forests in the world, lies on the delta of the Ganges.
It’s home to many rare and globally threatened wildlife species, including the Bengal Tiger. If you’re very lucky, you’ll catch a glimpse of this stunning animal.
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6. Lalbagh Fort
Lalbagh Fort is a half-completed 17th century Mughal fort in Dhaka, with a gorgeous Bengali-style mosque and grand tomb.
The fort once had secret tunnels, some of which were confusing mazes that intruders would get lost in.
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7. St. Martin’s Island
St. Martin’s Island is a beautiful small island in the Bay of Bengal. It’s a tropical cliché, with beaches fringed with coconut palms and bountiful marine life.
When you’re tired of partying in nearby Cox’s Bazar, this peaceful place is where to go next.
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