Bangladesh

Located by the eastern border of India, the little country of Bangladesh nestles on the south eastern half of the map. The now-serene country was paradoxically born out of the violence that had divided India in 1947, and presents an eclectic and diverse mix of culture. 

Dotted with little beaches, lush, sprawling mangroves and scenic hills, the beauty of Bangladesh beckons to every traveller coming to South Asia. Here, cultural resplendence and natural splendor combine in a delightful blend, inviting explorers to get a taste.

A visit to Bangladesh would definitely warrant a trip to Sundarbans, a UNESCO Heritage site. Shared with the neighboring country of India, the Sundarbans is a massive mangrove area home to the world’s only family of Royal Bengal Tigers. To explore the true beauty of nature here, one could also take a short trip to the Chittagong Hill tracts, home to several local hill tribes and the astoundingly blue Kaptai Lake.

Spend a happening time in Chittagong interacting with the local tribal cultures there, or try your hand out at some adventure sports if you’re keen on it. To add to your trip, you could also go explore the ruins of a Buddhist monastery in Paharpur, another designated Heritage Site in Bangladesh. One could also spend a fruitful time in the country just hoping for its many beaches, with Cox's Bazar Beach and the St. Martin Island beach being some of its most beautiful offerings.

Bangladesh experiences a tropical monsoon type of climate, which means it experiences high temperatures and a fair bit of precipitation throughout the year. The summers, which last from March to May, are extremely hot, while the winter months between November to February are warm and sunny. The months between June and October witness the monsoon rains, with heavy showers throughout the period.