Articles and photos about Bangladesh – Dhaka, Sundarbans, Srimongal, Bandarban, Paharpur, Chittagong Hill Tracts
More than five weeks in Bangladesh? Is there really enough to do there?
— A typical response when we shared our Bangladesh travel plans.
Let’s face it. Reliable independent travel information about Bangladesh doesn’t flow quite as freely as it does for some other nearby countries in Asia.
So what about food in Bangladesh? What is it like? We don’t claim to be experts in Bangladeshi cuisine, but we did our share of dining in Bangladesh. During our nearly six weeks in the country, we took the opportunity to eat on the street, in tea stalls, canteens, restaurants and in village homes.
This is the story of a homestay experience in rural Bangladesh — and a young woman who hopes to be Prime Minister one day.
What comes to mind when you hear the word Bangladesh? When we talk about our travels in Bangladesh, the mere mention often evokes a reaction that says, “Bangladesh? What is it? I’m curious.” For good reason. People don’t know what … Continue Reading
Oh, Bangladesh. To unpack this country is the stuff of lifetimes. But let’s begin with this: Bangladeshis are a curious lot. And there are a lot of them, as in 150 million or so, all living in a country the size of the state of Wisconsin.
Have you ever set off for a destination not really caring whether you actually arrive?