The People’s Republic of Bangladesh is bound to the north, northwest and east by India and to the southeast by Myanmar, Burma. The landscape is mainly flat with many bamboo, mango and palm-covered plains created by the effects of the great river systems of the Ganges and the Brahmaputra. Dhaka, the historic city and capital of Bangladesh, lies on the Buriganga River in the northern central area, its oldest areas dominated both by the commercial bustle of the waterfront and several old buildings. These include the uncompleted 17th century Lalbagh Fort, the spectacular Ahsan Manzil palace museum and the Chotta Katra. Khulna, in the southwest, is principally marshland and jungle. Its greatest attraction is the Sundarbans National Park, a supreme example of lush coastal vegetation and exotic wildlife. The most famous inhabitants of this region are the Royal Bengal tigers. Local specialities are usually served with rice and based on chicken and lamb recipes. Western-style nightclubs do not exist but displays of local dance and music can be seen particularly during religious festivals. 
Capital is Dhaka. The People’s Republic of Bangladesh, formerly East Pakistan, is bordered to the west and northwest by West Bengal India, to the north by Assam and Meghalaya India, to the east by Assam and Tripura India and by Myanmar, Burma to the southeast. The landscape is mainly flat. A large part of Bangladesh is made up of alluvial plain, caused by the effects of the two great river systems of the Ganges Padma and the Brahmaputra Jamuna and their innumerable tributaries. In the northeast and east of the country, the landscape rises to form forested hills. To the southeast, along the Burmese and Indian borders, the land is hilly and wooded. About one-seventh of the country’s area is under water and flooding occurs regularly. 
 
 The official language is Bengali (Bangla). English is widely spoken, especially in Government and commercial circles. Tribal dialects are also spoken. 
Religion 88 per cent Muslim, 10 per cent Hindus and 2 per cent Buddhist and Christian minorities. Religion is the main influence on attitudes and behaviour. Since 1988, Islam has been the official state religion.

Tourism Bangladesh

   In someone’s home it is acceptable to sit crossed-legged on cushions or the sofa. If a visitor wishes to bring a gift, money must not be given as it may cause offence. Religious customs should be respected by guests. There are severe penalties for possession and trafficking of illegal drugs. some drugs-related offences are punishable by death. For instance, women should not be specifically photographed unless it is certain that there will be no objection. Women should wear trousers or long skirts; revealing clothes should be avoided, particularly when visiting religious places. Dress is generally informal for men, though modesty must be maintained. Same-sex relations are illegal.