In Bangladesh almost half the population (45%) are famers. Farming makes up 18% of the nation’s GDP.
The national animal of Bangladesh is the Royal bengal tiger. It has a roar that can be heard up to 3 km away.
Bangladesh is located in South Asia, with a population of 165 million people. Its capital is Dhaka, and their currency is the Bangladesh Taka (TK). The official language is Bengali.
They celebrate many holidays including:
- Language Martyrs’ Day (Feb 21)
- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s birthday (Mar 17)
- Independence Day (Mar 26)
- Shab e-Barat (Date Varies)
- Bengali New Year (Apr 14)
- Labour Day (May 1)
- Jumatul Bidah (Date Varies)
- Night of Destiny (Date Varies)
- Ashura (Date Varies)
- Victory Day (Dec 16)
Want to learn more? Check out Bangladesh tourism website.
Also check out the Bangladesh National Museum.
It has two world heritage sites:
It also has 18 national parks including:
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