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Bangladeshi applicants for UK visa need to pay online from Nov 28
All applicants wishing to apply for a UK visa in Bangladesh must make payment online on the official UK government website prior to submitting their passports and biometrics at their designated Visa Application Centre from November 28.
“In line with Bangladesh’s impressive ongoing digitisation, now is the time to adopt a fully digital approach and streamline the visa payment process for all applicants,” said British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Robert Chatterton Dickson on Sunday (November 20, 2022).
UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) will shortly move all visa application payments online, said the British High Commission in Dhaka.
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Currently, customers have the choice to pay online or cash at the Visa Application Centre.
Dickson said the UK is a popular choice for those wishing to work, study or just visit.
In the year ending June 2022, he said, over 24,400 visas were issued to Bangladeshi nationals, an 84 percent increase on the previous year.
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UKVI apologises to customers affected for any inconvenience caused and encourages all new applicants from Bangladesh to ensure they have the correct payment method available prior to beginning their UK visa application.
10 Swimming Pool Safety Rules for Infants and Toddlers
Babies and toddlers enjoy spending time in the water. Nowadays, many parents take their children to swimming pools for recreation and even for learning swimming. However, the safety of children should never be ignored whether they are playing around the pool or swimming in the water. The parents need to be aware of what to watch out for in order to protect the kids. Negligence in a single moment can be life-threatening for a child. Let’s take a look at the swimming pool safety rules for children, especially infants and toddlers.
10 Swimming Pool Safety Guidelines for Parents of Infants and Toddlers
Check Body-temperature of the Child
Before you bring your child into the pool, you should always take a few seconds to feel the temperature of the water. The ideal range for the temperature of the water is between 85 to 87 degrees of Fahrenheit. This is the case in most situations.
You should never put your baby in a pool that is either excessively cold or too hot, especially if the water temperature is fluctuating wildly. This can trigger a sudden increase or decrease in your infant's temperature, which will ultimately end in either hypothermia or a fever.
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Check Chemicals in Pool Water
Before you and your child enter the pool together, the levels of certain chemicals, such as cyanuric acid, should first be tested and adjusted as necessary. Anything with an acid concentration of more than 90 ppm is harmful.
The presence of germs and algae in your pool is a common consequence of having overall chemical levels that are too low. This is dangerous for your baby as well, and it may lead to a variety of health issues for them. When the overall chemical level in the pool is too high, it might irritate the skin of both newborns and adults, which can be uncomfortable.
Because they contain fewer chemicals, saltwater pools provide less of a risk of skin irritation and other health complications for babies and toddlers.
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Use Floatabale Objects
In the swimming pool water, you can have a fun, cheerful, and relaxed time with your baby. It’s safe to use flotation devices. A floatation device allows motion while the baby sits on it. It gives the baby a sensation of being weightless. Thus, fun activities like floating in the pool water can bestow a toddler or infant with a happy feeling which will help its healthy mental and physical development.
Be Conscious of Sunscreen
Sunscreen is beneficial for children, but did you know that you shouldn't apply it to a baby’s skin who is less than six months old? The proportion of a baby's skin's surface area to its body weight is much higher than that of an adult. Because of this, kids are also at a greater risk of absorbing the chemicals that are included in the sunscreen
If you are planning to take your infant into the pool, try to do it when the sun is not at its peak, such as early in the morning or after the afternoon. This will help reduce the risk of sunburn. As an alternative to applying sunscreen, you might have your baby wear wide hats while they are floating over the pool water. For your toddler, you can look for swimming suits that are resistant to UV rays.
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Use Swim Diapers
When swimming with your baby, another important piece of advice is to use swim diapers. You are aware that babies are not yet capable of controlling their bowel and bladder movements.
If you have any reason to believe that your child may have introduced harmful bacteria into the pool, you must immediately remove all of the swimmers from the water. After that, the pool's chlorine concentration should be increased. In this manner, the pool cleans itself of any contaminants.
Put Away Phones
Lifeguards see this on a regular basis. Parents arrive at the pool, instruct the children to remain in the shallow end, and then start checking their phones. Unsupervised children are eventually babysat by swimmers or other adults.
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However, youngsters especially infants and toddlers may quietly submerge and die in the time it takes to upload an Instagram photo. You don't need to leave your cell phone at home; in fact, you should keep it recharged and within reach in the event of a disaster.
Learn CPR
When an adult or a baby is drowning in the pool water, his/her heart may suddenly stop beating. In such events, fundamental knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can make the difference between life and death, rather than waiting for an ambulance or medical help. If you regularly visit the swimming pool with children, it is safer to learn the process of CPR.
Hire a Water Watcher
Don't forget that drowning happens quietly and swiftly. Drowning often occurs without struggling, splashing, or other sounds, and it may occur in less than a minute. Never rely on the ability to hear a drowning to avoid it.
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When there are several people around and everyone believes that someone else is minding the children, drownings often occur. While you are attaining a pool party with young kids, especially babies and toddlers appoint one or more "water monitor" people. They are supposed to stay aware of the youngsters they are monitoring.
Invest in Life Jacket
Many parents purchase water wings or other floating toys, such as rafts for their kids. These objects may not be effective in preventing drowning in every situation and might offer parents a false sense of security.
Especially when kids come close to large swimming pools or natural water bodies, such as a lake or river, they should wear a properly fitting standard life jacket. However, remember that just because your youngster is wearing a life vest does not imply you can ignore their safety.
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Make the Pool More Secured
You can use a kiddie pool or other objects that can contain a safe portion of water. You can also install a self-latching, and four-foot-tall fence around the perimeter of the pool. The fence should be free of holes and should divide the pool from both the home and the yard.
Conclusion
Your child's safety is as important as its enjoyment in the swimming pool. Children aged between one to nine have the greatest drowning rates. Training your kid to swim does not give complete accident immunity, it can provide an additional layer of safety. So far, we have shared 10 swimming pool safety rules for babies. These suggestions will reduce the risk of drowning and related accidents.
Panchagarh Travel Guide: How to See Kanchenjunga from Bangladesh
Do you dream to experience the spellbinding beauty of Kanchenjunga with your own eyes? You can view Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain peak in the world without a passport, visa, or stepping outside the country. Let’s find out how to view Kanchenjunga from Panchagarh in Bangladesh. We shall also discuss what to see and do in Panchagarh besides seeing the mountains.
Geographic Location of Panchagarhand Kanchenjunga
Panchagarh is a district of the Rangpur division in Northern Bangladesh which lies between 26º00' and 26º38' north latitudes and between 88º19' and 88º49' east longitudes. It became a district on 1 February 1984.
It is the lower basin of the Himalayas, geographically and so this land is the most highland in Bangladesh. It is surrounded by three sides of the Indian border 288 km long. It has Darjeeling district on the north, Jalpaiguri and Cooch Behar districts on the northeast, Uttar Dinajpur on the west, Dinajpur and Thakurgaon districts on the south, and Nilphamari district on the east.
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The total area of the district is 1,404.62 km2 consisting of five Upazilas, 43 unions, 420 mazes, 825 villages, two paurashavas, 18 wards, and 64 mahallas. It has 16 rivers and some main rivers are Karatoa, Atrai, Teesta, Nagor, Mahananda, etc. Sir Cyril John Radcliffe designed the border of this district in 1947.
Kangchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world is bounded in the west by the Tamur River, in the north by the Lhonak River and Jongsang La, and in the east by the Teesta River. It is situated in the border region between Nepal and the Sikkim state of India with three of the five peaks, namely Main, Central, and South, directly on the border, and the peaks West and Kangbachen which is in Nepal's Taplejung District.
In 2016, the adjoining Khangchendzonga National Park has declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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How to Reach Panchagarh from Dhaka
You can go to Panchagarh from Dhaka by both bus and train. Panchagarh is about 639 km away from Dhaka.
By train, it will take around 10 hours and 50 minutes to reach. You will find 3 trains available namely Ekota Express (705), Drutojan Express (757), and Panchagarh Express (793) to go to Panchagarhfrom Dhaka. Ekota Express (705) departs at 10:10 am and arrives at 21:00 pm. Drutojan Express (757) departs at 20:00 and reaches at 06:10. Panchagarh Express (793) departs at 22:45 and reaches at 08:50. Three of them have no off day.
However, Dhaka to Panchagarh train ticket price is comparatively lower than some others. Shevon seat classes 550 Taka, Shevon Chair 730 Taka, First class 1145 taka, Ac Berth 1942 Taka.
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Dhaka to Panchagor bus services include Nabil Paribahan, Ena Transport (Pvt) Ltd, Hanif Enterprise, etc. The average duration of time is 10-11 hours to reach. However, time depends on the road condition and traffic jams. The bus ticket price for this route ranges from BDT 800 to BDT 2000, depending on the bus operator's services.
How to See Kanchenjunga from Panchagar
Located in the foothills of the Himalayas Kanchenjunga became visible from distant regions. Bangladeshis can see a glimpse of this scenic view of Kanchenjunga from its northernmost point Tetulia. If you see Google Maps, you will find that Kanchenjunga is about 157km away from Tetulia or Tentulia which is also called ‘The City of Dream.’
Autumn is the best season to view the enthralling beauty of Kanchenjunga. During the months of October to December, the cherubic beauty of the snow-capped white mountain of Kanchenjunga becomes visible in the cloudless sky.
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Besides late Autumn or early Winter, the indescribable beauty of Kanchenjunga can also be seen from Tetulia during the rainy season especially when the Mahananda river gets filled with water.
To enjoy this view, you have to reach Tetulia, which is an Upazila under the Panchagarh district. You can spend the night at the Tetulia Bungalow. There are many other small hotels at Tetulia Bazar which are available to stay at. You'll find quality and local food at different hotels and restaurants in Tetulia.
7 Top Tourist Spots in Panchagarh
What to see in Panchagarh besides enjoying the mesmerizing view of distant Kanchenjunga? Like any other district of Bangladesh Panchagarh has some unique features. While traveling to Panchagarh you can see the following 7 top tourist destinations.
Tetulia Dak Bungalow
The historic Tetulia Dak Bungalow is located on the banks of the Mahananda River near the Bangladesh-India border. It is about 21 km away from Tetulia Upazila in the Panchgarh district.
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The king of Behar built this bungalow. This structure is built about 15-20 meters above the ground. Tourists can enjoy the wonderful beauty of the Mahananda River from Tetulia Dak Bungalow. It looks extraordinarily beautiful during the rainy season.
From Tetulia Dak Bungalow, you can experience the view of Besides, late Autumn and winter is the suitable table to view the third highest mountain peak in the world, Kanchenjunga.
Golokdham Temple
Golokdham Temple is an ancient structure dating back to the 18th century. It is located at the Shaldanga Union in Deviganj Upazila under the Panchgarh district. This historic building was constructed in 1846.
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The specialty of this temple is that it was built in a Greek manner with six corners surrounded by trees. Inside the temple, there is a room known as a pilgrimage site. Every day numerous devotees visit the temple to offer worship rituals like pujas.
Maharaja Dighi
Maharaja Dighi is a historic pond located at Omorkhana Union. This lake is about 15 km distant from the Panchgarh district. People believe that Maharaja Prithu dug the Dighi during his reign, a 1500-year-old historical kingdom called Antargarh.
This artificial lake has about 10 ghats (stairs leading to the water body) surrounded by trees.
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Every year a huge fair is organized on the bank of Maharaja’s Dighi on the occasion of Bengali new year Pahela Boishakh. Tourists and visitors from different parts of Bangladesh as well as from the neighboring country of India visited the fair.
Banglabandha Zero Point
Banglabandha Zero Point has made Panchgarh district one of the most popular tourist places in the country. Tourists visit this place to enjoy the as well as Indian border from close. National flags of both Bangladesh and India are drawn near the Banglabandha Zero Point gate. However, you cannot cross the border without permission.
You will enjoy the hypnotic scenic beauty of the river, green surroundings, and mountains, as it stands on the bank of the Mahananda River along with the Bangladesh-India border. Banglabandha Zero Point was constructed on September 1, 1997, on about 10 acres of land.
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Banglabandha Zero Point as well as Banglabandha Land Port are situated at the Banglabandha Union No.1 under Tetulia Upazila. Through the Bangladesh land port, Bangladesh’s economic relations with her neighbor India, Nepal, and Bhutan are maintained.
Tea Gardens
After Sylhet, tea cultivation was started in Panchagarh in 1998. Industrialist Kazi Shahid Ahmad started cultivating tea in Panchagarh by taking inspiration from the tea gardens of India. From Panchagarh, huge Indian tea gardens can be seen which are located on the other of the border.
Around 200 tea gardens are available in Panchgarh right now and the total land area under tea cultivation is about 2255.54 acres.
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Mirzapur Shahi Masjid
Situated at the Atwari Upazila in the Panchgarh district, this holy place is about 300 years old. To reach this place, you have to go 200 yards east of Mirzapur Bazar.
Mirzapur Shahi Masjid is one of the most ancient archaeological sites in Bangladesh. In 1679, this mosque was built on an area 40 feet by 24 feet holding three domes in a row. Its walls are inscribed with wonderful Terracotta flowers with clay leaves which will take the minds of tourists several hundred years back.
It is anticipated that Mughal Emperor Shah Alam built this mosque and it has an inscription written in French. At present, Bangladesh’s archaeology department has been managing the Mirzapur Shahi mosque.
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Panchagarh Rocks Museum
The Panchagarh Rocks Museum is Bangladesh's first rock museum. It is found on the Panchagarh Government Women’s College campus. Prof. Nazmul Haque, the principal of Panchagarh Government Women’s College established the rock museum on March 1, 1997. It was built on the honorable principals' personal initiative.
The Rocks Museum is divided into two outdoor and internal galleries. There are many rocks in the external gallery, and there are little stones of various ages in the internal gallery.
In the rock museum, Petrified wood, fossilized rocks, granite, quartzite shells, limestone, sits, hard rock, basalt, silica, nice, clay-rock, and other specimens of rocks have been kept for exhibition. These rocks range in size from 3 to 4 inches to 10 feet. About 60 pieces are available for exhibition in this museum.
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What to Do in Panchagarh
In Panchagard you can do many things. Firstly, You can also enjoy the enchanting beauty of Kanchenjunga. In addition to that, you can visit the historical places and landmarks located in Panchagar.
You can enjoy many tea gardens in the surrounding areas of the Bangladesh-India border. The Indian tea gardens look amazingly beautiful at night when the Indian searchlight lights on at night. You can take Indian tea by standing on the border of Bangladesh. Here you will find some picnic corners.
If you want to feel the thrill of stepping on the last point of the northernmost part of the country don’t miss Banglabandha Zero Point.
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Besides, you can enjoy many local foods. If you are a nature lover, don’t miss the Mahananda river where the breathtaking beauty will captivate your mind.
Special food
Popular local foods include Chingri Bora (fried shrimp balls), deep-fried Mola fish, and Daal Bora (fried lentil balls). Here tourists can try the fresh fish of Mahananda including Bhetki, Katal, Ayer, etc.
Here, you will also find the meat of wild pheasants (Bon Morog) that were fairly common in the woods of the Panchagarh area. What is more? In Panchagarh, you can enjoy North Bengal sweet, Chhanar Polao-the dessert—a masterpiece creation of Dinajpur confectioners.
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Bottom Line
Kanchenjunga is a heavenly mountain in the Himalayas. From Tetulia of Panchagarh, the northernmost part of the country you can gaze at the dazzling snow peaks of Mountain Kanchenjunga which is the third-highest peak in the world. Not to mention, Tetulia is one of the most amazing tourist spots in Bangladesh which gives us the opportunity to view Kanchenjunga mountain staying in our own country.
For many travel enthusiasts in Bangladesh, especially those who love mountain views, it is like an annual ritual to visit Panchuagar during the months of October, November, and December. So far we have discussed how to see Kangchenjunga from Bangladesh. We have also shared a Panchagarh travel guide to help travelers visit the other tourist attractions of the northernmost district of the country.
Bangladesh-Vietnam direct flights may begin this year-end
Vietnamese budget airline VietJet Air plans to start direct flights between Vietnam and Bangladesh on the Hanoi-Dhaka route from December 2022.
Initially, the operation will start with chartered flights, but there is a plan to start regular flights in phases based on passenger demand, said Taslim Amin Shovon, director and CEO of InnoGlobe Travel and Tours Limited, the Bangladeshi partner of Victoria Tour, at an event in the capital on Monday (October 24, 2022).
Besides, Vietnam's tour operator company Victoria Tour has also announced various travel packages, including visa processing, at an affordable cost for Bangladeshi tourists.
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"It takes a lot of time and money to travel from Bangladesh to Vietnam as the flights go via a third country. If direct flights are launched, it will be economical in all aspects," he added.
He said If the direct flight starts, it will serve as a bridge between the people of the two countries as well as help expand the trade between Bangladesh and Vietnam.
Victoria Tour MD Nong Van Chien Victor was present as special guest at the event.
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"If direct communication is established by air, the relationship between the people of these two friendly countries will be further enhanced," Nong Van Chien said.
Among others, Bangladesh Tourism Board member and former president of TOAB Md Rafeuzzam, ATAB secretary general Abdus salam Aref, Saimon group MD and ATAB vice-president Afsia Jannat Saleh were present at the event.
5 Sundarbans eco resorts to experience world’s largest mangrove forest
Beyond the luscious greenery and eye-soothing forestry, Sundarbans is also the largest mangrove forest in the world. Situated in the southwestern end of Bangladesh, the forest comprises over 10,000 square kilometers of unaltered forest. Of this, over 6,000 square kilometers are situated in Bangladesh part.
Every year, there’s a high influx of tourists in the post-monsoon and early winter seasons. Naturally, several eco-parks and resorts have been built to cater to the growing number of tourists each year. Let’s look at some of the best eco-resorts in Sundarbans which can be an ideal stay for your visit to the world’s largest Mangrove forest.
5 Popular Eco Resorts in Sundarban
Harbaria Eco Park
The first one on the list is Harbaria Eco Park. The place was first established as a tourism center back in 2010. Subsequently, the area was expanded to make way for the eco-park. The place itself is situated deep within the forest area on the opposite bank of the Sundarbans.
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Tourists can easily visit the eco-park from the Mongla Port downstream through the Rupsha river.
There is a large open area to embrace the scenic beauty of the Sundarbans. Moreover, the wanderlusts can easily hop onto one of the watch towers of Sundarbans to experience the surrounding majestical panoramic views.
Iraboti Eco Resort and Research Center
Iraboti Eco Resort offers some of the best cottage experiences in the greater Sundarban Area. Moving away from the main Rupsha river, the cottage is nestled upstream on the Goran tributary.
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The resort itself also serves as a research center for Sundarban wildlife. On the river end, several cottages are arranged facing the deep jungle of Sundarban right across the river. The cottage also has its own boats for touring the mangrove forest.
The tourists can easily spot hordes of monkeys and deer as they move along the bank. And if it's a lucky day, the travellers might even see the royal Bengal Tiger.
Iraboti has a standard package of single cottage housing 4 people for 4000 BDT per day. The rate is standard for all the cottages with food expenses charged separately.
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Number of visa applications in Bangladesh up by 160%: VFS Global
The number of visa applications from Bangladeshis were up by 160 percent in September this year compared to the same period last year.
This information regarding international travel from Bangladesh was revealed in a closed group session arranged by VFS Global, the largest visa outsourcing and technology service provider for diplomatic missions worldwide.
The organisation recently arranged a programme to disclose the information.
VFS Global’s South Asian COO (Chief Operating Officer) Prabuddha Sen disclosed the information in a written statement.
Soubhik Mitra, General Manager (Corporate and Communication) of the organization and other officials were present at the event.
From Bangladesh, there is an abnormally high demand for and predisposition towards international travel. Additionally, there are more visa applications than ever before. These are the reasons behind it, Prabuddha Sen said.
He also said that one of the causes of this trend is lifting international travel restrictions following the pandemic.
Data provided by VFS Global said the volume of visa applications has increased compared to the first 9 months of 2021. Visa applications increased by 160 percent till September 2022.
The data showed that the volume of visa applications in 2022 was the same as in the pre-pandemic period.
VFS Global said its 'Optional Visa at your doorstep (VAYD)' service has increased 9 times in 2022 compared to 2021. Under this service, applicants can complete all visa procedures from home or office.
VFS Global is the world's largest visa outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide.
VFS Global does not play any part in the decision-making process behind visa applications being granted or denied.
Host cities for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Australia 2022
Australia, one of the top crickets playing nations, will host the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2022 for the first time. Local people and international fans will have the opportunity to join the festival and enjoy the host cities’ marvelous tourist spots, exotic foods, versatile culture, and more. The world Cup tournament’s 45 matches will be played in seven stadiums located across 7 big cities including Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Geelong, Hobart, Melbourne, and Perth. Let’s take a look at the top things to do in the host cities for the 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
Host cities for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Australia 2022
You should not just enjoy your time watching some exciting matches. You can also check out what these cities have in their bucket to offer you.
Sydney
Sydney is a beautiful city with plenty to see and do. From the iconic Sydney Opera House to the attractive Bondi Beach, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
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Regarding food, Sydney offers a wide variety of cuisines from all over the world. If you are looking for something truly unique, be sure to try one of the city’s many Aboriginal restaurants.
Top 10 Historic Places, Landmarks in Dhaka
As Dhaka residents go about their regular hectic life, fatigue often sets in. This 400-year-old (some historians say older) city is dotted with historic places – fortresses, mansions and religious sites. A sightseeing tour of Dhaka with family or loved ones can give you some respite during the holidays. That being said, this article covers 10 such historic sites and landmarks in Dhaka city.
10 Historical Sites in and around Dhaka
Lalbagh Fort
Lalbagh Fort is located in the Lalbagh area of Old Dhaka on the banks of the Buriganga river in the southwestern part of the capital Dhaka. Emperor Aurangzeb started the construction of the Lalbagh Fort in 1678 AD.
Currently, the residence and Durbar Hall of Subedar Shaista Khan, Lalbagh Fort, is used as a museum. Lalbagh Fort has three gates, but two of them are closed. As soon as you enter through the gate, the lovely garden cheers up your mind. If you go straight ahead along the entrance road, you can see the tomb built for the memory of Paribibi, the daughter of Shaesta Khan.
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Furthermore, there are some more attractions worth visiting in this place. You can visit the Lalbagh Fort Mosque, beautiful fountains, and some more tombs and cannons used in war during that time.
Ahsan Mazil
Ahsan Manzil is located on the banks of the Buriganga River at Kumartoli in Old Dhaka. A century-old history of Dhaka is connected with Ahsan Manzil.
DU student Shaon gets recognition as ‘Youngest Traveler of Bangladesh’
Rifat Jahan Shaon, a third-year student of Theatre and Performance Studies Department of Dhaka University, has been officially recognized as the Youngest Traveler of Bangladesh.
He was recognized in a formal ceremony organized by Dhaka University Tourist Society (DUTS) on the occasion of ‘World Tourism Day’ at the Student-Teacher Center (TSC) of the university on Tuesday afternoon.
At this time, President of Tourist Society Musfiqur Rahman, former president of Dhaka University Debating Society Mofazzal Hossain Sumon, Dhaka University Research Society Saifullah Sadek Kamrunnahar Munni and Mohiuddin Roni and many others were present
Besides, the program was conducted by the founder of English Language Club of Dhaka University Hira Sarkar.
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Rifat Jahan Shaon completed his journey to 64 districts of Bangladesh at the age of 19 on the country's victory day in the year of 2020. Shaon traveled all over Bangladesh with the help of friends and acquaintances, traveling to different districts and upazilas of the country
President of Dhaka University Tourist Society Musfiqur Rahman said at the event, “The country's tourism industry will go far only by promoting tourism.”
Mufazzal Hossain Sumon, who has traveled to 67 countries said, “We need to organize our tourism industry in order to present the history, tradition and culture of Bangladesh to global level. By doing this, on the one hand, it will be possible to present our history, tradition, and culture in front of the people of the world as a result our economy will also prosper.”
Jhum cultivation: An integral part of life in the hills
The lives and cultures of ethnic communities in Chattogram Hill Tracts, which includes some of Bangladesh’s most beautiful tourist attractions, are intrinsically impacted by jhum cultivation. In CHT, about 20,000 hectares of “jhum land” is cultivated every year.
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