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Drift Sundarbans mangroves, tea hills, and river life of Bangladesh

Visit Chittagong, Bangladesh's second-largest city and major port. Explore the Ethnological Museum (showcasing Bangladesh's diverse ethnic groups and cultural heritage), see the historic Chandanpura Mosque (a striking Mughal-era structure with multiple domes and minarets), stroll through Foy's Lake (a scenic man-made lake with boating and amusement park), and visit the World War II Cemetery (a Commonwealth War Graves Commission site with over 700 graves).

Visit Sylhet, a city in northeastern Bangladesh known for its tea gardens and natural beauty. Explore the Ratargul Swamp Forest (the only freshwater swamp forest in Bangladesh, accessible by boat), see the Jaflong area (famous for its stone collection and views of the Khasi hills), and visit the Shah Jalal Dargah (a revered Sufi shrine dating back to the 14th century). Enjoy local dishes like panta bhat (fermented rice) and shatkora curry.

Attend the Bishwa Ijtema, one of the largest annual Islamic gatherings in the world, held in Tongi near Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Vast mangrove delta, home of the Bengal tiger.

The world's longest natural sea beach.