Bihanga January-February 2019

In-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Jan-Feb 2019 Vol 6 Issue 1

INSIDE leisure charms of Ratargul Swamp Forest

adventure Theme-based travel will rule 2019

Traversing the

Sundarbans Jan - Feb 2019

Remote, forbidding & largely uninhabited

BOGA LAKE

The Paradise on Earth

Boga Lake, the most amazing sweet water lake of Bangladesh, is 67 kilometer from Bandarban district HQ and 20 kilometer from Ruma Thana HQ. Its height from sea level is nearly 380 m. The pristine water of the lake gives the tourists a feeling of freshness. Boga Lake is locally recognized as the Lake of mystery because of the local myth that the Lake was created when the local villagers of the Khumi tribe killed a god which again appeared in the form of a dragon and caused an earthquake which made the hills to break and crumble forming the Lake.

Chattogram Hill Tracts

The area surrounding of the Boga Lake is full of green because of abundance of the green trees scattered all over the place. There are hills, small and big in size, rocks and cliffs which together create the illusion of a massive static wave covering the whole surrounding area. The young people love this place for trekking and adventure. Boga Lake is indeed a wonderful place for tourists from all over the world to visit and enjoy its natural beauty.

Bangladesh Tourism Board

National Tourism Organization www.tourismboard.gov.bd; www.visitbangladesh.gov.bd

CEO

Note

Wishing you a Happy New Year A M Mosaddique Ahmed Managing Director & CEO Biman Bangladesh Airlines

It's

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my immense pleasure to welcome you onboard Biman Bangladesh Airlines, your home in the sky.

Thank you for bestowing your confidence in us in the New Year.

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We are also extremely delighted to announce that Biman will be receiving two Boeing 737-800 aircraft in January 2019. Meanwhile the second Boeing 787 Dreamliner “Hangsabalaka” joined our fleet in November 2018. Our Dreamliner supports world class Inflight Entertainment (IFE) system. There will be a wide array of choices of classic & blockbuster movies and music along with exciting videogames for diverse section of guests, which will keep you thoroughly entertained and busy during the flight. Passengers can also enjoy Wi-Fi at 43,000 feet up in the sky. These aircraft will augment our network and will soon start to fly on new routes.

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2019 is going to be the year of expansion for Biman, where at least four more aircraft are going to join our fleet. Biman is going to commence flights to Guangzhou and Medinah in 2019.

The national flag carrier will also increase flight frequencies on its domestic routes. We have been working on improvements and systems that are attuned to your ever evolving travel needs.

Biman will be adding two Boeing 737-800 aircraft in January 2019

January-February have always attracted more visitors to Bangladesh.

The weather is at its best, which ensures that travellers have a comfortable time in the land of panoramic beauty. In this issue of Bihanga we have highlighted few destinations like the Sundarbans and Ratargul that visitors should look up to when visiting Bangladesh.

Give us the opportunity to serve you, your home in the sky.

We would like to thank you for your continued support. Please sit back and enjoy our renowned Bangladeshi hospitality. Our crew is friendly, professional and trained and shares a passion to ensure that your journey is as comfortable as possible. Thank you once again for choosing to fly Biman. On behalf of all the employees of Biman and myself, I wish you a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

Jan - Feb 2019

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Bihanga is a bimonthly, bilingual (English & Bangla) in-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines. It is published by Subcontinental Media Private Limited (SMPL) for Biman Bangladesh Airlines at: Profficio 2nd Floor, 4 Mohakhali Commercial Area, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh. This is a free copy for in-flight reading only. All rights reserved. The writing, artwork and/or photography contained herein may not be used or reproduced without the express written permission of SMPL. SMPL/Biman does not assume responsibility for loss or damage of unsolicited products, manuscripts, photographs, artwork, transparencies or other materials. The views expressed in the magazine are not necessarily those of the Biman Bangladesh Airlines or SMPL. All efforts have been made while compiling the content of this magazine, but we assume no responsibility for the effects arising there from. SMPL/Biman Bangladesh airlines does not assume any liability for services or products advertised herein.

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CONTENTS

2019: Let the fun begin

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2019: ïi“ †nvK gRv

bZzb eQi Kov bvo‡Q `iRvq| 2019 mv‡ji åg‡Y wb‡q Avmyb bZzb w_g| Kzwo‡q wbb `vi“Y wKQy AwfÁZv

42 towering heights

At 597 feet, India’s Statue of Unity is now the tallest statue in the world and clearly visible from space

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jan - Feb 2019

Bihanga received Award for Photography at the 2017 Association of Business Communicators of India (ABCI) Awards.

With a new year around the corner, make 2019 a year of theme-based travel for some exciting experiences

60 Mix of old & new

After a decade of conservation and renovation, Abu Dhabi’s oldest heritage site is now open to visitors

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culture

update 16 Checklist/

56 The festival of food

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Nabanno/ Lvev‡ii

A world of travel news

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soirees and ceremonial

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festivals are all part and

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parcel of Nabanno Utsov

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Avi DrmegyLi Av‡qvRb;

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to help you plan your next voyage

34

22 Weekend trails/

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66 At the waterfront/

that Biman flies to

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The Harbour City is one

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of Australia’s most vibrant and lively places

48

explore

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34 Myanmar musings/

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Temples, floating gardens,

lakes, rivers and more

– Myanmar has it all

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e¨vMvb, wKsev †jK-b`x,

Colourful fairs, mwusical

24 hours

three exciting destinations

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Ggv‡iì wmwU Z_v iZœ kni regular 02. CEO's Note GwWU‡ii K_v 10. Biman News ågY Z_¨ 64. Tarot

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fwel¨ØvYx 76. Biman Offices

adventure

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48 Tale of rivers and swamps/ b`x

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77. Fleet Guide wegvbeni wb‡`©wkKv 78. Routes iæU

a fresh water forest located in Gowainghat Upazila of Sylhet District

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jan - Feb 2019

Bihanga means... ...a bird in Bangla. It is often used in literary writings. As Biman Bangladesh Airlines is being reborn, reinvented and soaring to new heights, we felt this was the most symbolic name for Biman’s new in-flight magazine, and so will our customers.

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Cover story

explore

adventure

CULTURE

LEISURE

24 Hours

UPDATE

Sky Update

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PM's Photo Session with Guests

Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina attended a photo session with the invited guests after inspecting the newly joined 2nd Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner "Hangsabalaka" into the Biman fleet at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on December 5, 2018.

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Victory Day-2018

Biman acting Managing Director & CEO Capt. Farhat Hassan Jamil along with Biman officials and CBA leaders placed floral wreath at the Shahid Minar in front of Biman Head Office, Balaka in observance of the Victory Day on December 16, 2018.

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JAN - Feb 2019

Cover story

explore

adventure

CULTURE

LEISURE

24 Hours

UPDATE

Hon’ble PM in the Cockpit of 'Hangsabalaka' Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina sitting in the cockpit of Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner "Hangsabalaka".

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Closing Ceremony of Training for Newly Recruited Officers

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Chairman, Biman Board of Directors Air Marshal Muhammad Enamul Bari, BBP, NDU, PSC (retd), along with Biman Officials attended a photo session after awarding certificates to the participants of the training course for the newly recruited officers of the Biman Bangladesh Airlines.

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11th AGM of Biman

Chairman, Biman Board of Directors Air Marshal Muhammad Enamul Bari, BBP, NDU, PSC (retd) presided over the 11th AGM (Annual General Meeting) of Biman Bangladesh Airlines on December 20, 2018 at Biman Head Office, Balaka, Kurmitola, Dhaka. Shareholders, Board Members, Biman officials and Auditors were present in the AGM.

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JAN - Feb 2019

In-Flight Services

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Biman has designed all menus to reflect the fresh, innovative cuisine of Bangladeshi culture with Western flair. Enjoy the comfort and service on-board your next flight. evsjv‡`‡ki cÖPwjZ Lvev‡ii m‡½ cvðv‡Z¨i Lvev‡ii bZyb D™¢vebx wg‡k‡j wegvb me ai‡bi ‡gby mvwR‡q‡Q| Avcbvi cieZ©x d¬vB‡U wegv‡b D‡V Gme Av‡qk Avi ‡mev Dc‡fvM Kiyb| Breakfast Menu A range of fresh fruit juice offered in addition to sodas, cheese omelette, sautéed mushroom, croissant, fresh roll, butter, jam, tea and coffee.

Lunch Menu Garden salad with freshly picked seasonal vegetables.

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Main Course

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Chicken curry served with most unique fragrant rice from the nation’s own harvest, assorted seasonal vegetables sautéed, garnished with lemon and green chilli.

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Dessert Rice pudding flavoured with rose water and garnished with fresh scrambled nuts.

Dinner Menu

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Salad Fruit salad with freshly picked seasonal fruit.

Main Course Lamb curry served with fine grain rice cooked with moong dal, assorted seasonal vegetables sautéed, garnished with green chilli, butter-naan (in tandoor).

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Dessert

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Caramel custard garnished with canned peach.

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* Complementary beverage is served with all meals, and is available anytime on request.

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Incorporating suggestions from many of its travellers, Biman has the most creative menu you’ll find in the air. For the outbound flight from Dhaka, all the foods are carefully prepared by the Biman Flight Catering Centre (BFCC). BFCC proudly offers Flight Catering Services to many other airlines in the foot print. Unquestionably, the menus still taste wonderful at 30,000 feet. ågYKvix‡`i KvQ †_‡K cvIqv A‡bK A‡bK civgk© †hvM Kivi d‡j DÇq‡bi mgq Avcwb wegv‡bi †gbyUv‡KB me‡P‡q m„Rbkxj e‡j Avwe®‹vi Ki‡eb| XvKv †Q‡o evB‡i hvIqvi mgq Gi me Lvevi Lye mZK©Zvi m‡½ ˆZwi K‡i wegvb d¬vBU K¨vUvwis †m›Uvi (weGdwmwm)| Ab¨vb¨ AviI A‡bK GqvijvB‡ÝI M‡e©i m‡½ K¨vUvwis †mev w`‡q Avm‡Q weGdwmwm| Avi IB †gbyi ¯^v` 30,000 dzU Dc‡iI _vK‡e GK`g AUzU! Send your feedback to: customerrelations@bdbiman.com Biman Bangladesh Airlines provides quick & efficient check-in, advance check-in, lounge access, and handling facilities for unaccompanied minor. It provides cargo services worldwide, besides offering Ground Handling facilities to all the airports in Bangladesh. For duty free products, check the brochure available on the flight. wegvb evsjv‡`k GqvijvBÝ `ªæZ I `¶ ‡PK-Bb, AvMvg ‡PK-Bb, jvDÄ A¨vK‡mm Ges ågY-m½xnxb Ac«vßeq¯‹‡`i Rb¨ we‡kl n¨vÛwjs‡qi gZ myweav w`‡q _v‡K| evsjv‡`‡ki me wegvbe›`‡i M«vDÛ n¨vÛwjs myweav QvovI GwU wek¦e¨vcx gvjvgvj cwien‡Yi ‡mev c«`vb K‡i _v‡K| wWDwU wd« c‡Y¨i wel‡q Z_¨ Rvbvi Rb¨ d¬vB‡U ‡h e«wkIi cvIqv hvq ‡mwU ‡`L‡Z cv‡ib|

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festival Poush Sankranti

Poush Sankranti marks the end of the Bengali month ‘Poush’ and is celebrated in the country as the Shakrain festival.

The Shakrain Festival, also known as Kite Festival, is celebrated with a lot of fanfare in Old Dhaka.

When: January 14 Where: Across Bangladesh

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Cinema London Short Film Festival

Discover new talent and innovative short films with this festival in its 16th year. The festival showcases the best of UK’s independent films alongside some international submissions, ranging from dramas to comedies and documentaries.

When: January 11-20, 2019 Where: London, UK

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fair Ekushey Book Fair

The book fair is not just a place to get your hands on the best books, but it is a melting pot of Bangladesh’s culture and pride. The spirit of Amar Ekushey is reflected in the banners, festoons and placards that adorn the venue of the book festival.

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FESTIVAL Bangladesh Comic Con

One of Bangladesh’s biggest conventions for fans of comic books, cosplay, pop culture, anime and video games. A localised version of the immensely popular International Comic Con. When: February 01, 2019 Where: Dhaka, Bangladesh

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This Sufi music festival is a free event by the social enterprise Bangla Natak. It features top local and international Sufi musicians. There are music workshops and concerts as well as an exhibition sprawled across the three days.

When: February 1-3, 2019 Where: Kolkata, India

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FESTIVAL 47th Hong Kong Art Festival

A major international arts festival committed to enriching the cultural life of the city with local and international artists in all genres of the performing arts. Over the years, it has commissioned and produced over 200 productions across genres.

When: February 21-March 23, 2019 Where: Hong Kong

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Kolkata to kurseong

Head to the land of white orchids, approximately 580 km away from Kolkata to catch the best of the winter season. At an altitude of 4846 feet, Kurseong is a hill station that is reminiscent of the colonial era. With a plethora of sites like the British heritage Dow Hill Park, the beautifully preserved Salamander Lake and adventure options like trekking and rafting, Kurseong is the perfect weekend getaway. Kurseong also houses some of the country’s best tea gardens and has a huge market for costly and high-quality tea.

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Muscat to salalah

Known for its monsoon festival, Salalah is a natural and architectural wonder of Oman. Located in the Dhofar Governorate in southern Oman, the city is surrounded by a mountain range that turns green with waterfalls during the Khareef season. From the south, it has a long beautiful coast that is embellished with white sands. Some of the must-see attractions in Salalah are Al Mughsail Beach, Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Taqah Castle, Al Marneef Cave and the Al Balid Archeological Site.

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Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah is one of the seven emirates that make up the UAE. Magnificent landscapes, a breathtaking coastline and rich desert plains make this place a destination of choice for a lot of people visiting Dubai. While here, you can opt for heritage walks to adventure activities or a lot of shopping experiences. The most interesting site in this place is its 470m-long via ferrata in Jebel Jais. Unique to the region, it comprises of three individual start and finish points, as well as three zip-lines measuring 50m, 60m and 300m.

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Let the fun begin With a new year around the corner, make 2019 a year of theme-based travel for some exciting experiences

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Canals of Venice

Spread across 118 small islands, a ride along the canals of Venice is a perennial favourite amongst travellers. Although you can walk around most of Venice, some parts are accessible only – or certainly more quickly – via the water buses called ‘vaporettos’. The vaporetto is Venice’s primary mode of transportation and is perfect for crossing the wider canals. While there, make sure to travel across the Grand Canal, which measures two and a half miles long and 16 ft deep. Being one of the largest and most important canals in Italy, it connects most of the famous landmarks in Venice.

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Zipline in a jungle

Mae Kampong, Thailand, marks the spot of one of the world’s first zipline parks, where more than four miles of wire weaves riders through the heights and depths of the Thai jungle. Located an hour east of Chiang Mai, the Flight of the Gibbon is over 2,600 feet in length. In addition to sky-high dangling, expect to test your might as you cross two hanging sky bridges and rappel two descents throughout the course. As a reward for a day among the treetops, a classic Thai meal is served al fresco. While there you can also learn more about the rainforest and the people who live nearby.

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When you choose a zipline company, make sure they are offering you all the essentials such as round-trip transfer service, insurance, safety storage, etc.

Dress sensible in longsleeved shirt and jeans but since the weather is cooler in the rainforest than the city, carry a sweater with you just in case!

A safari in Sundarbans

The largest mangrove forest in the world is a mist-shrouded, river-riddled swamp region of shifting tides, man-eating tigers and off-the-beaten-track adventures. Though the Sundarbans is surrounded by two of the most densely populated countries on earth – India and Bangladesh, it is remote, forbidding and largely uninhabited by people. This is a true wild terrain and chugging along its river channels into its swampy heart is as thrilling as it is serene. The star attraction here is the Royal Bengal Tiger. Around 400 of these magnificent creatures call the Sundarbans home, making this the largest area with a concentrated population of tigers.

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Epic sunrise in Santorini

The picturesque Santorini is a favourite travel destination for many. One of the most famous Greek islands, Santorini is a mix of towering black cliffs, inky waters and picturesque villages.

The island inspires travellers with its landscape of blue domes and whitewashed houses and churches. Built at the top of Santorini’s cliffs, the romantic village of Oia is the best vantage point to watch the sun set over the Mediterranean Sea.

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Hike the Acropolis

The Acropolis is one historical site you can’t miss. The term ‘acropolis’ means upper city – many city-states of ancient Greece are built around an acropolis where the inhabitants could go as a place of refuge in times of invasion. It is for this reason that the most sacred buildings are usually in the acropolis. It was considered to be the safest place in town. Go early in the morning for some mesmerising views .

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The Eiffel Tower welcomes almost 7 million visitors every year, 75% of whom are foreigners

Eiffel Tower at night

Every evening, the Eiffel Tower is adorned with a golden coat and sparkles for five minutes on the hour, every hour. The spectacle was unveiled on December 31, 1985 by Pierre Bideau, an electrician and lighting engineer and consists of 336 projectors equipped with highpressure, yellow-orange sodium lamps.

This illumination, which has been met with popular, worldwide success, was the starting point of a nocturnal revival of monuments in Paris and other cities of France and the world. The beams of light, directed from the bottom towards the top, illuminate the Eiffel Tower from the inside of its structure.

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musings Temples, floating gardens, lakes and rivers – Myanmar has it all. To discover it for yourself, the best way is to take the Golden Kite of trail connecting Bagan, Mandalay, Inle Lake and Yangon By: Bindu G o pa l Rao

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be on your to-visit list here include the Ananda temple that is over 1,000 years old and is built like the Nandamula Cave in the Himalayas. With a stunning golden gilding, there are four Buddha statues of the four ages here - Kakusandha facing north, Konagamana facing east, Kassapa facing south and Guatama, facing west.

Dhammayangyi is the largest temple in Bagan while Mahabodhi is a smaller replica of the famous Bodhi temple in Bodh Gaya. Also stop by the Gawdawpalin, the temple that was damaged in the 1975 earthquake and has now been restored fully. Shwezigon is another important pagoda here as it is said to contain several bones and hair strands of the Buddha. It also celebrates an annual festival during the months of November-December.

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(Above) Ananda Temple in Bagan; (Opposite page) Gawdawpalin Pagoda in Bagan

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Mandalay (Clockwise from above) Mingun Pagoda in Mandalay; Boating in Inle Lake; Royal Palace in Mandalay

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A bustling city where the markets and trading communities jostle for space with the Buddhist monasteries, Mandalay is a cornucopia of experiences. Located on the eastern side of the Irrawaddy river, this place is home to the Royal Palace of the Konbaung Dynasty and is named after the 236-metre high Mandalay Hill, a popular tourist haunt.

The Second World War damaged both the city and the palace quite extensively and has since been reconstructed. As the cultural centre of Myanmar, this is where you can see some fine and exquisite examples of Myanmar masonry. The Maha Muni Pagoda here is among the most holy and well known of all the pagodas in Mandalay, and has a statue covered in gold leaf. The Teak Monastery is

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Men and women both wear sarongs called longyi, though the patterns differ for both as well as the tying styles.

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another place that you must see. The Mann Thida fresh market will make a nice change from all the monastery hopping. You can also visit the gold leaf production factory here where Burmese men pound bits of gold into thin strips with massive hammers and the women separate the pounded gold and slice them into gold leaf squares. A boat ride to Mingun is a nice way to round off your visit to this city.

Inle Lake

For a slice of typical village life on the banks of a water body, head to Inle Lake. It has floating gardens that are tended to with great care by the local Intha village folk. The lake is nestled in a valley surrounded by two large mountain ranges. You can explore the

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Bagan Shwe War Thein The collection at this stop includes antiques, woodcarvings, chess sets, lacquerware, bronze pieces and more.

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Fishermen on Inle Lake are famous for fishing on one leg.

The local Intha people developed the unusual technique to enable fishing and rowing at the same time.

Standing allows the fishermen to see through the reeds that lie just beneath the surface in the shallow waters.

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Yangon

The new name of erstwhile Rangoon, Yangon was the capital of the country till 2006 when the city of Nay Pyi Taw was declared the new capital. Located on the eastern bank of the Yangon river, you can first pay obeisance at the Shwedagon

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Pagoda, the most revered site that has a stupa covered in 60 tonnes of gold with a 76-carat diamond on the top. Around this pagoda are parks and lakes and this city is home to some of the most exquisite colonial architecture in Southeast Asia, especially in the Cantonment area, which is the centre of the city. Do stop by at the World Peace Pagoda (1952), Sule and Botataung pagodas as well. The northern part of the city has the Royal Lake, a wooded park, botanical gardens and a zoo.

You can take a museum tour as well and spend hours in the Bogyoke Aung San Museum and the National Museum of Art and Archaeology. The circular train around Yangon is a quaint yet interesting way to see the city – it is slow and like a mobile market where vendors hop on and off selling food, fruits and vegetables.

The circular train around Yangon is a quaint yet interesting way to see the city

(Below) Teak wood Monastery in Mandalay; (Opposite page) Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon

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At 597 feet, India’s Statue of Unity is now the tallest statue in the world and clearly visible from space

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The Statue of Unity, India The recently unveiled Statue of Unity stands tall at a record-breaking height of 182 metres (597 ft). Soaring over the Narmada river in the Indian state of Gujarat, the statue was built under a fixed construction period of 42 months.

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The Spring Temple Buddha, China The Spring Temple Buddha stands at 128 metres (420 feet), and has been listed in the Guinness World Records. The Buddha itself is huge – it is made of 108 kg of gold, 3,300 tonnes of copper alloy and 15,000 tonnes of steel.

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The Statue of Liberty, the United States Standing on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, the height of the Statue of Liberty is 151 ft from the base to the torch. There are 354 steps inside the statue from the pedestal to the crown, which was open to visitors prior to September 11, 2001.

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The Peter the Great Statue, Moscow, Russia Created by Russian-Georgian sculptor Zurab Tsereteli in 1997 to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the establishment of the Russian Navy, the statue stands at 98 metres and weighs over 1,000 tonnes.

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swamps The evergreen Ratargul Swamp Forest is a fresh water forest located close to the Goain river, in Gowainghat Upazila of Sylhet District By: Mu nira A . Fid a i

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(Above) Waters at the Ratargul swamp area; (Opposite page) Boatmen in Ratargul

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for being a land blessed with rivers and greenery, Bangladesh has countless hidden spots that would delight a traveller’s heart. For someone who appreciates rugged and unexplored natural beauty, Ratargul is an invaluable find. Obscured from all but the practiced traveller’s eye, the forest is a swamp area filled with priceless views and unparalleled scenic beauty.

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The Ratargul Swamp is the only freshwater swamp in Bangladesh. Also known as the Amazon of Bangladesh and the second Sundarbans, it is well conserved under the Department of Forestry, under the Government of Bangladesh. Located in the Goain Ghat area of the Sylhet Division of Bangladesh, there is no direct way to get

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It is recommended that you carry a flashlight while you go there as it can get dark in the thick areas of the forest, even during daytime.

There are a lot of water snakes here, so it is advisabe that you not reach out and touch the water or splash it as the snakes can bite you.

There are no provisions inside the forest to get food and water. So pack all the needed stuff at Goainghat and go prepared.

there. First, travellers must reach the main city of Sylhet, from there they can get on the mini taxi or CGN to Goain Ghat. The journey into the depths of Goain Ghat can take a good two to three hours and cost about 500tk per person per way. It doesn’t end here, for the traveller must then take a traller (local vehicle) to get to the famous swamp forests. This motorboat ride will cost you about 1000tk and take less than an hour to reach.

It is imperative to take permission from the forest office and use boats provided by them to enter the swamp area. The boats have a capacity to carry about six to eight people. They charge according to the time you wish to spend in the swamps.

Be sure to take whatever food you need from Goain Ghat because the forests have

The entire swamp forest spans 3,325 acres of land

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no such provisions. There are also no provisions for accommodation inside the swamp area.

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Ratargul gets its name from the Rata and Pati trees that grow here

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Photograph: Sayeed Siddiqui (Above) Boat tour at Ratargul; (Left) Lush greenery of Ratargul forest

The best time to go to Ratargul is during the monsoon when the water level of the river is higher than usual and the forests are rain washed. Going in drier months does not make the place any less beautiful though. If getting mud on your shoes is no problem, the forests are ready to welcome you round the year.

The forest swamp is home to more than 70 different kinds of plants in two layers.

Snakes, worm snakes, mongoose and monkeys can also be seen. Birds like doves, heron, kingfishers and kite birds are seen ruling the water and the skies while visiting birds like Cotton Pygmy Goose and vultures are often seen in winter. A building tower inside the forest gives you a bird’s eye view of the entire area. Drink in the sights and smells of untampered nature here.

Going back requires a different route. Make your exit to Goain Ghat, take a CNG to Jaflong and thereon, a bus to Sylhet.

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International Mother Language Day is observed on February 21 every year. It is marked to celebrate and protect all mother languages spoken around the world

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understands how essential it is to promote cultural diversity and protect linguistic heritage for all ethnicities. In spirit of this, it has been celebrating the International Mother Language Day on February 21 every year. Thanks to the 1952 Bengali Language Movement there is growing understanding of the importance of multi-lingual institutions and the necessity to provide literature and education in one's mother tongue.

Been in practice since 2000, the public holiday is celebrated with grandeur in Bangladesh. Also called Shaheed Dibosh, on this day the Martyrs Monument is decorated with flowers, social gatherings and literary competitions are held in honour of the Bengali language. The people here also

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draw rangoli on roads. The idea to dedicate a day in celebration of one's mother tongue was promoted by Bangladesh and accepted in the 1999 UNESCO General Conference.

Set upon a 14 foot high stage the Shaheed Minar Monument in the country was established in 1952 in memory of the movement for the assertion of Bengali national identity. The Bangladesh Government also established the International Mother Language Institute (IMLI) in Dhaka in November 2015 to promote right to education, linguistic diversity, cultural pluralism and understanding. In 2014, the Bangladesh Heritage and Ethnic Society of Alberta (BHESA) instituted the Ekushey Heritage Award for this day, to recognise outstanding achievements in fields such as education, social work, and community service.

Further, a month-long Ekushey Book Fair is held annually to commemorate the language movement of 1952.

International Mother Language Day promotes cultural diversity and multilingualism

The decorated Shaheed Minar on February 21

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The festival of food

Nabanno

Colourful fairs, musical soirees and ceremonial festivals are all part and parcel of Nabanno Utsov or the harvest festival of Bangladesh By: Mu nira A . Fid a i

O ma Oghrane tor bhora khete ami ki dekhechi modhur hashi. This is a line written by Rabindranath Tagore in our national anthem, meaning - “O my motherland, I have seen sweet smiles (of farmers) in the full paddy fields in Agrahayan (a month on the Bengali calendar).

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is commonly said that Bangladesh is a land where there are 13 festivals in 12 months. Bengalis will agree to this fact and quite unapologetically too.

Festivals that were held sacred as prayers in the primitive society are now celebrated

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(Top left) Bhapa pitha; (Top right) Chusi pitha is a delicacy served during Nabanno Festival

with so much zeal and zest that they have started to look more and more social in nature. There are kite festivals, food festivals, celebration of the New Year and the spring festival, among a notable few.

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One of the major festivals that farmers celebrate during the year is known as Nabanno Utshov, or the festival of Nabo (new) and Onno (food) - new harvests. Although urbanites have very recently started to celebrate Nabanno Utshov, it has been a tradition in rural Bangladesh for as long as one can remember. Out of the 12 months

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Nobanno Utsov is primarily celebrated in paddy-harvested villages. Granary doors and husking pads are tied with ropes of newly made hay, believed to bring good luck. Rituals like Gurir Haat, Baoni and Pitha Parab are part of the festivities.

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of the Bengali calendar, Agrahayon is a month of celebration and rewards for the farmers of this land. This is the time when the “aman” rice crops are ready for harvest and the farmers can see the fruits of their labour in the final form. A hefty crop signifies food safety and wellbeing for their family in the coming year.

The crop is then celebrated with aplomb during Nobanno Utshob.

Tasty food is prepared from the harvest of the new crops and sent out to friends and neighbours. Happiness is shared and multiplied among children when fairs are arranged in villages with local vendors selling goodies and sweet snacks.

Women participate in pitha (homemade Bengali sweets) making competitions and immortalise the scenes of happiness onto cloth, making Nokshikatha or traditional sheets of cloth with stitched artwork on them. The artwork needs no

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other language. Like Egyptian hieroglyphs, it speaks of tradition and deep-rooted culture of the farmlands of Bangladesh.

The highlight of this festival is, however, the food. There is a range of pithas that are made with the newly-produced rice and rice flour. From floury, fried, sweet dumplings to pastries filled with coconut and jaggery, to mounds of fried dough balls drenched in sugar syrup and gallons of sweet milk, the festival has the power to take your taste buds to cloud 9.

(Below) Dudhuli rice cake with coconut filling; (Left) Girls perform at Ramna Batamul on Nabanno Utsov

In the recent years, Nabanno mela has come up as another tradition celebrated annually on the 1st of Agrohayon in Dhaka under the Jatiya Nabanna Utshab Udjapan Parishad.

People gather at Rabindra Sharabar and other prominent locations to celebrate the Nabanno tradition. They greet this day with folk songs and dance and wear traditional clothes and jewellery. Dummies of farming equipment like ploughs are constructed and different varieties of paddy is brought for display to give the urban setting a rural turnaround for the day. The festival gets a lot of encouragement from the cultural enthusiasts of Bangladesh. Poets, singers and artists are attracted to these festivals and fairs as they serve to keep the old traditions and cultures, which are at risk of being forgotten, alive.

Varous kinds of pithas are made with the newly-produced rice and rice flour

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After a decade of meticulous conservation and renovation, Abu Dhabi’s oldest heritage site is now open to visitors Photos: Departme n t of Cul ture & Tour is m A b u D ha b i , Ro la n d H a lb e

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Dhabi's historic landmark Qasr Al Hosn recently entered a new phase in its extraordinary history. On December 7, after a decade of meticulous conservation and renovation, Abu Dhabi’s oldest heritage site, parts of which date back to the 1760s, re-opened as a museum.

“Al Hosn reflects the richness and diversity of Emirati cultural and historical treasures.

Its opening represents a new phase in Abu Dhabi’s cultural plans, which reflect the unique features that characterise our society and drive our people towards greater creativity,” said, HE Saif Saeed Ghobash, Undersecretary of Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi.

The Qasr Al Hosn site comprises of four interrelated components: the historic Fort by the same name, the National Consultative Council building, the Cultural Foundation and the House of Artisans. The site's masterplan is divided diagonally into two areas with distinctive identities: the past and present.

On one side, the Qasr Al Hosn Fort has been reinstated in its original coastal desert, while

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(Clockwise from top) Cultural Foundation exhibition hall; restored watch tower; Cultural Foundation arcades

on the other, a modern heritage area with a city grid layout has been created around the Cultural Foundation, celebrating Abu Dhabi’s urbanisation.

Qasr Al Hosn

The oldest and most significant heritage site in Abu Dhabi city, Qasr Al Hosn encompasses two iconic buildings: The Inner Fort, which was built around 1795 to protect the settlement of Abu Dhabi established on the island in the 1760s, and The Outer Palace built in the 1940s. The inner fort has been witness to Abu Dhabi’s vibrant history over the past two centuries and had previously been home to the ruling family, the seat of government, the consultative council and the national archives.

Now transformed into a national monument, Qasr Al Hosn narrates the story of the city’s development from a settlement reliant on fishing and pearling in the 18th century to a modern, global metropolis of the 21st century.

The exhibition at the Inner Fort traces the many historic events that formed the settlement of the Abu Dhabi island, it also has displays showcasing everyday life in the fort of that time and how this historic landmark was once both a ruling family home and a busy administrative centre. The Outer Palace was constructed by Sheikh Shakhbut bin Sultan Al Nahyan in the 1940s. The rooms display stories of the people

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who lived in the palace and their everyday lives.

Visitors will be able to explore the personal quarters of Sheikh Shakhbut bin Sultan Al Nahyan and a part of the Ruler’s Majlis. Films, interactive displays and oral histories bring stories of these rulers to life in combination with original artefacts and treasures from the past.

House of Artisans

The crafts represented in House of Artisans, a separate block within the site, celebrate the creative and artistic relationship between the people of the UAE and the locally available natural resources. The crafts reflect a deep artistic sensitivity and quality craftsmanship. The house will serve as a tangible and practical means for preserving and displaying the traditional crafts of the UAE and enabling the all-important transmission of knowledge and skills around these crafts, ensuring their future survival.

The Cultural Foundation

The Cultural Foundation will re-open in successive phases, allowing access to the Visual Arts Centre, which in addition to the exhibition halls, will feature workshops and art studios. The two remaining components – a 900-seat theatre and the first Children’s Library of its kind, will open in 2019.

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Rvbyqvwi-†deªæqvwi 2019Õi Rb¨ U¨viU fwel¨ØvYx Tarot predictions for January-February 2019 by Manisha Koushik

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Aries (‡glivwk)

Taurus (e…livwk)

Gemini (wg_ybivwk)

You will find solace in the company of like-minded people. House owners will manage to find suitable tenants.

Impromptu travel plans will be exciting.

Travelling and meeting an old relative or friend is foreseen and will help refresh your fond memories. Avoid pushing things on the professional front. Health needs care.

You may need to review a decision regarding the travel plans. It is best to delegate the workload. A family youngster may require motivation and direction.

Lucky number: 5, Lucky colour: Green

Lucky number: 6, Lucky colour: White

Lucky number: 2, Lucky colour: Peach

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†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 6, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: mv`v

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 2, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: cP

Cancer (KK©Uivwk)

Leo (wmsnivwk)

You remain popular in your social circle. It will be important to hold your own by resisting peer pressure. Someone’s advice will come in handy while planning a vacation.

Financial stability is assured. Someone you like may tug at your heart strings. An interesting company on a long journey will make the distance appear short.

Visitors may throng your home and keep you happily occupied. Financial front is set to grow. With your popularity on the rise, some important people may come into your contact.

Lucky number: 6, Lucky colour: Pink

Lucky number: 4, Lucky colour: Red

Lucky number: 9, Lucky colour: Orange

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†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 9, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: Kgjv

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Virgo (Kb¨vivwk)

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libra (Zyjvivwk)

scorpio (e…wðKivwk)

sagittarius (abyivwk)

An exam or competition is likely to be cleared with flying colours. Someone may do for you more than what was expected. Acquiring a property at bargain price is foreseen for some.

There is much scope for growing in your current business, so start thinking on those lines. Romance is likely to enter your life! An out of town trip may be planned.

Someone may do for you more than what was expected. You may shift into a house that meets your pocket. Those in the marketing field are likely to land a lucrative deal.

Lucky number: 9, Lucky colour: Silver

Lucky number: 7, Lucky colour: Cream

Lucky number: 5, Lucky colour: Green

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Capricorn (gKiivwk)

Aquarius (Ky¤i ¢ vwk)

Pisces (gxbivwk)

Mixed luck is foreseen for those trying out a new venture. A change of routine will prove good for health. Work-related travel is on the cards. A property may come in your name.

You will manage to implement something you had been planning for long. Wedding bells for the eligible cannot be ruled out. A religious ceremony undertaken may prove mentally calming.

Test the waters before you join a competitive field, as instant returns may not be possible.

Spiritual minded may feel at peace. Travelling will not only be fun, but adventurous too.

Lucky number: 2, Lucky colour: Pink

Lucky number: 9, Lucky colour: Yellow

Lucky number: 7, Lucky colour: Golden

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waterfront The Harbour City is one of Australia’s most vibrant and lively places; follow our itinerary to squeeze in the best sights of the city By: Wil l J o n e s

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Morning

Begin your day with coffee and brekkie, you will need to consume sumptuous amounts for your jam-packed day. There are plenty of options for breakfast, head to Pablo and Rusty’s at 161 Castlereagh St. or to Darlinghurst for fusion meals; you can even simply buy a large cup of coffee and freshlycooked pastry from the Little Marionette

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and head to Circular Quay. Grab a seat somewhere and peacefully absorb the morning sun shining down its warm rays.

With your energy re-instilled set out to explore the Circular Quay. Take plenty of selfies and make plenty of memories as you walk around the peninsular soaking in views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.

You can also catch live music performances at the Quay. The site holds everything that Sydney is famous for.

At a certain spot on the peninsula of the Harbour stands Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair. It is an exposed sandstone rock cut into the shape of a bench. Sit on the chair for a regal feel and to get the best panoramic view of the entire site.

Sydney’s CBD (Central Business District) holds all of these together for you, along with plenty of food options nearby from push-carts to restaurants like French Riviera or Mr Crackles.

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Afternoon

After filling your heart and eyes with the Circular Quay, to nourish the culture vulture in you, head to the Art Gallery of NSW (New South Wales). It houses modern and

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(Above) A beautiful day at Bondi Beach; (Left) Art Gallery of New South Wales

contemporary artworks along with colonial and 19th century Australian works. Or you can remain at the CBD and make way to the Royal Botanic Gardens to interact with nature as you meander the paths.

To soak in the coastal beauty that Sydney is famous for, you can head to Bondi Beach and Coogee Beach via bus or train. Boondi beach, with its clean environment, is thronged by tourists for its golden sands. Take to this expanse for the famous Bondi to Coggee Coastal trekking trail, or just soak up the sun.

Throughout the year, a host of events are held here from community art shows to surfing marathons.

For some gastronomical indulgence, delve into a salad at Porch and Parlour, take mouth-watering Italian food at Icebergs Dining Room and Bar or for a seafoodcentric menu with a laid-back ambience

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opt for North Bondi Fish. Head back to the city and travel to the Sydney Eye Tower to catch the setting sun. For a peaceful moment with a bird’s eye view of the city’s skyline, the Sydney Eye Tower is your best bet. The city’s largest tower, built in 1981, has its observation deck at a height of 309 metres.

Evening Over 220 films have been set in or featured Sydney, including those in Hollywood and Bollywood, like Finding Nemo, MI 2, Bachna Ae Haseeno and Dil Chahta Hai. Sydney has also become the playground of stars like Jessica Simpson, Justin Timberlake, Sylvester Stallone.

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There are only so many hours in a day.

With your phone’s battery draining and your energy levels too, head back to the Sydney Opera House for an evening performance. The Opera House now has a year-round evening light show that will take your breath away. It lights up every night along with the installation of a permanent projection of Indigenous Australian art on the building’s iconic sails.

The display, called ‘water light’, mixes music and images that celebrate the Dreamtime stories of seasonal change.

To give a perfect end to your day, dine at

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(Below) Australian delicacies; (Opposite Page) The Royal Botanical Garden

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Inflight Entertainment Latest English MOVIES

Isle of Dogs By executive decree, all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to a vast garbage-dump called Trash Island. 12-year-old Atari sets off alone in search of his bodyguard-dog, Spots, helped by a pack of newly-found mongrel friends.

Rampage

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Life of the Party

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Rush Hour 3

Going in Style

Unstoppable

Pacific Rim

The Bucket List

Focus

Jan - Feb 2019

Bangla Movies

Molla Barir Bou

Dhaka Attack

Obujh Mon

Valobasha Emoni Hoy

Priya Amar Jaan

Sultana Bibiana

Amar Praner Priya

Dui Duari

Premik Number One

Wrong Number

Shankhachil

Dipu Number Two

Nayanmoni 73

Hindi Movies

Raid

Newton

Mukkabaaz

A government clerk on election duty in the conflict ridden jungle of Central India tries his best to conduct free and fair voting despite the apathy of security forces and the looming fear of guerrilla attacks by communist rebels.

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Bangla Documentary

Seemantorekha

Dekha Odekha Bangladesh

Colour Festivities And Harmony

Western Comedy

Speechless S01E01

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How I Met Your Mother S08E04

Modern Family S05E09

Powerless S01E02

Western Documentary Epic Trails S01E01

Kitchen Hero S01E14

Liquid Science S01E03

Bangla Telefilms

Shesh Porjonto

Portrait

Batch 27 - The Last Page

also featuring The Hero

Jan - Feb 2019

Tomar Amar Prem

Shongshar

Notes

Parul Lata

GAMES

In-flight Scramble

Jungle Quest

Speed Circuit

Letter Mix

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In-flight Pool

audio english

Britney Spears: Britney Jean

Pitbull: Planet Pit (Deluxe Version)

Justin Timberlake: 20/20 Experience

Jimi Hendrix: People, Hell & Angels

David Gilmour: Rattle That Lock

Sreekanto Acharya

Subir Nondi

Andru kishor

Kumar Bishwajit

audio Bengali

Kishore Kumar

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Offices Biman Bangladesh Airlines (domestic) Barishal

Saidpur

40 Sadar Road (3rd Floor), Barishal 1226 Bangabandhu Sarak (Rangpur Road), Saidpur, Nilphamari +88-01777 775530 : 05526 71995 Chittagong +88-01777 775538 (CGP (GMT +6) 88031, Biman bhaban, 1/2, CDA Avenue, Shah Amanat International Airport, Chitagong Sholosohar, Chittagong-4203 +88-031-2500990 to 95, +88-031-650671 to 75, +88-031-2500941 to 50 +88-031-650982 to 84 +88-031- 651890 to 91 Cox’ Bazar (CXB) (GMT +6) (0341), Green Villa, Puraton Kosba, Jessore, Motel Upal, Parjatan Holyday Complex , Cox’s Bazar District Manager: 0421-71995 +88-0341-63461 Stations Manager: 0421-71996 +88-01777 775526 Airport: +88 01777 77529

Jessore

Rajshahi Parjatan Motel, Shah Abdul Majid Road, Sreerampur, Rajshahi – 6000 +88 0721 774787, +88 0721 774838, +88-01777 775536

Sylhet (ZYL) (GMT +6) Airport road, Majumdari, Sylhet-3100 +88-0821-717026 to 28, +88-0821-717411-717421

Airport office Osmani international airport, Sylhet.

Biman Bangladesh Airlines (International) Abu Dhabi

Abu dhabi (AUH), (GMT+4) Sk. Zayed 2nd st./ Electra street, Bldg no. 5213, PO Box-4356 Abu dhabi, uae +971-02-6342597 Fax: +971-02-6344664 Mobile: +971-050-6146768 Email: auhuu@bdbiman.com

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Dammam, Saudi Arabia

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Delhi, India

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Bahrain

Delhi Airport

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Bangkok, Thailand

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Bangkok Airport

Room no – Z-2 007, 2nd floor AOB Building, Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok, Thailand. +66-(0)2-1342940 Fax: +66-(0)2-1342944 Mobile: +66-(0)8199243379 Email: bkkkk@bdbiman.com

Benelux, The Netherlands Beechavenue 104, 1119 PP Schiphol, The Netherlands +31-(0)20 - 65 51 176 Fax:+31-(0)20 - 62 30 151 Biman.ams@aviareps.com Brussels Park Hill, J.E. Mommaertslaan 18 B, 3rd floor 1831 Diegem, Brussels, Belgium +31-(0)2 - 71 20 498 Fax:+32-(0)2 - 72 58 392 Biman.bru@aviareps.com

CIP-02, Level-3, IGI Airport, New Delhi 110037, India :+91-11-49638277 Fax: +91-11-49638277 Mobile: +91-9811322147 Residence :+91-11-28533590 Email :delkk@bdbiman.com

Doha (Qatar)

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Dubai, UAE

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Dubai International

Airport, Terminal-1, Departure building, Room# 1017, 1049 & 1050 + 971-4-2162895 Fax: + 971-4-2245420 Mobile: + 971-50-5525936 Email: dxbkk@bdbiman.com

Frankfurt c/o AVIAREPS, Kaiserstrasse 77 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany +49 (0) 69 - 770 673 070 Fax: +49 (0) 69 - 770 673 235 SalesBG.Germany@aviareps.com

Hong Kong

Kuwait

(HKG) (GMT+8) (00852), Room no. 214 & 215, F-2, F East, Houston Centre, 63 Mody Road Tsim, Shatsuikowloon, +852-27248464 Fax: +852-27246284 Mobile: +852-94702724 Email:hkguu@bdbiman.com

Kuwait (KWI), (GMT+3), Al-Homaizi Building, Al Soor Street PO Box - 23837, Safat 13099, + 965-22426846/7 Fax: + 965-22439764, + 965-22428671 Mobile: + 965-99813462 Email: bimankwi@yahoo.com, Kwiuu@bdbiman.com

Airport Office Room-6So13, Lebel 6, South Concourse, Pax Terminal- 1, Hong Kong Airport +852-23298036 Fax: +852-23525830 Residence: +852-94702754 Email: hkgkk@bdbiman.com

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Jeddah (JED), (GMT+3) Al-Nakheel Center, Madinah Road P.O Box-13541, Jeddah, KSA +966-2-6652891 Fax: +966-2-6652850 Mobile: +966-501491014 Email: jeduu@bdbiman.com

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Kathmandu, Nepal Kathmandu (KTM), (GMT+5.45) House No- 314, Nagpokhari, Nexal, + 977-01-4434869 Fax: + 977-01-4434869 Mobile: + 977-9851037510 Email: ktmuu@bdbiman.com

Kolkata, India

Paris 122 Champs Elysées 75008 Paris, France +33 (0) 1 53 43 53 38 Fax:+33 (0) 1 53 43 79 19 Biman.France@aviareps.com

London, UK

Riyadh

London (LON), (GMT+0.0) 17 Conduit Street,.London W1S 2B + 44-(0)2076290161, 2076290252, + 2074957478, + 2074957480 Fax: +44 (0) 2076290736 Mobile: +44 (0) 7908117126 Residence :+44(0) 208 5982358 Email: lonuu@bdbiman.com, bimanlondon@btconnect.com

Room no.5900D (5th floor), North East Extension, Terminal - 4, Hounslow, Middlesex Hearthrow Airport TW6 3FB + 44-(0) 208 745 7550 Fax: +44 (0) 208 7456390 Mobile: +44 (0) 7949686823 Residence : +44(0) 208 5738127 Email: lhrkk@bdbiman.com

Cargo And Stores & Purchase Office Stratus House Office Block (1st floor), Bedfont Road, Staines Middlesex TW19 7NH + 44-(0) 1784266116 Fax: +44 (0) 1784266097 Mobile: +44 (0) 7960650342 Email: bimancargo@yahoo.co.uk

N S C B International Airport Kolkata - 700052

Manchester, UK

(KUL), (GMT+8), 13th, Floor Menera Atlan, 161B Jalan Ampang 50450 Kualalumpur, Malaysia. +603-21646131 Fax: +603-21646142 Mobile: +6012-2736676 Email: kuluu@bdbiman.com

Airport Office Lot S10 & S31, Main Terminal Building, KL International Airport Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia. +603-87764770 Fax: +603-87873881 Mobile: +6019-3806643 Email: kulkk@bdbiman.com

Riyadh (RUH) (GMT+3) (00966) P.O.Box no. 21076, Riyadh-11475.K.S.A +966-1-4623537, +966-1-4623376 Fax: +966-4623501 Mobile: +966-504246352 Email:ruhuu@bdbiman.com

Airport Office Airport Office

Madrid Eloy Gonzalo 27, 3rd Floor Offices IV and V, 28010 Madrid, Spain +34 - 91 - 458 57 35 Fax: +34 - 91 - 344 17 26 Biman.Spain@aviareps.com

Kualalumpur, Malaysia

Nordics (Sweden) Riddargatan 17 114 57 Stockholm, Sweden +46 - 8 - 55 56 91 56 Fax:+46 - 8 - 24 18 88 Biman.Nordics@aviareps.com

Room No – FF 58, Airport Mall Area + 965-24330863 Fax: + 965-22428671,+ 965-24330863 Mobile: + 965-99367919 Email: kwikk@bdbiman.com

Kuwait International Airport

Kolkata (CCU), (GMT+5.30), 99A, Park Street, Siddha Park, 6th Floor, +91-33-2226-6675 Fax: +91-33-2226-6674 Mobile: +91-9831098639 Email: ccuuu@bdbiman.com

+91-33-25119662 Fax: +91-33-25119662 Mobile: +91-9831098638 Residence: +91-33-25119826 Email: ccukk@bdbiman.com

Fax: +1-212-8084589 Residence: +1-718-526-4146 Email: nycuu@bdbiman.com

Manchester (MAN), (GMT+0.00) Suite – 1B, Portland Building 127-129 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 4PZ, UK +44-161-2286605/2636 Fax: +44-1612287070 Mobile: +44-7538626645 Residence: + 44-161-9486718 Email: manuu@bdbiman.com

Muscat, Oman (MCT), (GMT+4) Shaikh Al-Mashany Building, 3rd Floor, Opposite of Mosque Qaboos Khamis, Al-Shaqsi Street, PO Box – 1106, Ruwi, PC-112 Sultanate Of Oman. +968-24701128 Fax: +968-24703704 Mobile: +968-99474929 Email: mctuu@bdbiman.com Bimanmct@omantel.net.om

New York, USA New York (NYC), (GMT-5), 747 Third Avenue , 2nd Floor, NY-10017. +1-212-808-4477, +1-212-808-4523 Mobile:+1-917-520-8069,

Head Office : Balaka, Kumitola, Dhaka-1229, Bangladesh, Tel: +88-02-8901600, +88-02-8901730-44

King Khaled Int’l Airport Riyadh Riyadh, Kingdom Of Saudia Room No-1565 +966 1 220-0227 (a/p) Fax: +966-1 220-0227 Mobile: +966-50-424-6353 Email: ruhkk@bdbiman.com

Rome, Italy Rome (ROM), (GMT+1) Via Bissolati 54, Roma. +39-06-42884911 Fax: +39-06-42000211 Mobile: +39-3276868970 Email: romuu@bdbiman.com

Singapore Singapore (SIN), (GMT+8) 72 Anson Road, #05-03, Anson House, Singapore 079911 +65-64385220 Fax: +65-64387998 Mobile: +65-91119069 Email: sinuu@bdbiman.com

Airport Office Passenger Terminal Building, #041-49, Singapore Changi Airport Terminal -1, P.O. Box No-23, Singapore 819642 +65-65420067 Fax: +65-65426787 Mobile: +65-96323207 Email: sinkk@bdbiman.com

Toronto, Canada Toronto (YYZ), (GMT-5), 208, Bloor Street, West Suite No -806, PO M5S3B4, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. +1-416-9443381 Fax: +1-416-9448744 Email: nycuu@bdbiman.com

Yangon, Myanmar GSA - Transmarine Logistics Asia Pte Ltd, Room: R-18, 2nd Floor, Centre Point Tower No 65 Corner of Sule Pagoda Road and Merchant Street, Kyuaktada Township +95 1 371867-68, Fax: +95 1 371869 Mobile: +95943029328 Email: saeed.ahmed@transmarinelogistics.com

Fleet

Biman Bangladesh Airlines Ltd. Central Engineering Department

Interior Arrangement of Boeing 737-800 (12J+150Y = 162 PAX) Entry/ Exit

Emergency Exit(02nos.)

Entry/ Exit

Entry/ Exit

Emergency Exit(02nos.)

Entry/ Exit

Interior Arrangement of Boeing 777-300ER (35J+384Y = 419 PAX) Entry/ Entry/ Entry/ Emergency Exit Exit Exit Exit

Entry/ Exit

Entry/ Exit

Entry/ Exit

Rows 1-28

Entry/ Exit

Entry/ Exit

Entry/ Exit

Emergency Exit

Entry/ Exit

Rows 1-52 (Row No. 13 are omitted.)

Interior Arrangement of Boeing 777-200ER (12J+21W+286Y = 319PAX) Entry/ Exit

Entry/ Exit

Emergency Exit

Entry/ Exit

Emergency Exit Rows 1-43 (Rows No. 3-7 are omitted.)

Entry/ Exit

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Interior Arrangement of Q 400 Aircraft S2-AGR Passenger Compartment Y Class 74 Seats Emergency Exit

Service Door

FWD PAX DOOR

AFT PAX DOOR Pitch: 19 X 31”

Biman Bangladesh Airlines Fleet Data TECHNICAL DETAILS

AIRCRAFT 777-300ER

777-200ER

737-800

787 Dreamliner

Passengers

35 J + 384 Y

12 J + 21 W + 286 Y

12 J+ 150 Y

24 Business + 247 Ecomomy

Engines (maximum thrust)

GE90-100 (115,300 lbs.)

PW4090 (90,000 lbs.)

CFM56-7 (26,300 lbs.)

67,300 lb

Maximum Fuel Capacity

181,300 liters

171,200 liters

26,025 liters

84036 litres

Maximum Takeoff Weight

755,000 lbs

632,499 lbs

70,987 kg

502,500 lbs

Maximum Range

7,825 NM (14,490 km)

7725NM (14316 km)

5,665 km

13,621 km/7355 NM

Typical Cruise Speed

905 km/h

1000 km/h

828 km/h

902 km/h

Wing span

212 ft. 7 in (64.8 m)

199 ft. 11 in (60.9 m)

112 ft. 7in (34.315 m)

197 ft 3 in

With winglets

n/a

n/a

117 ft. 5 in (35.8 m)

197 feet and 3 inches

Overall Length

242 ft. 4 in (73.86 m)

209 ft. 1 in (63.7 m)

129 ft. 6 in (39.472 m)

186 feet and 1 inch

Tail Height

60 ft. 8 in (18.49 m)

60 ft. 8 in (18.49 m)

40 ft. 10.5 in (12.459 m)

55 feet and 6 inches

Interior Cabin Width

20 ft. 4 in (6.2 m)

20 ft. 4 in (6.2 m)

12 ft. 4 in (3.7592 m)

226.5 inches (5m & 75.3cm)

BASIC DIMENSIONS

Note: Interior arrangement of S2-ADK has shown in figure. ‘W’ refers to Premium Economy Class of Biman and may vary according to routes.

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E D U C AT I O N BRITISH COUNCIL

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AWARD 2015–2018

BOGA LAKE

The Paradise on Earth

Boga Lake, the most amazing sweet water lake of Bangladesh, is 67 kilometer from Bandarban district HQ and 20 kilometer from Ruma Thana HQ. Its height from sea level is nearly 380 m. The pristine water of the lake gives the tourists a feeling of freshness. Boga Lake is locally recognized as the Lake of mystery because of the local myth that the Lake was created when the local villagers of the Khumi tribe killed a god which again appeared in the form of a dragon and caused an earthquake which made the hills to break and crumble forming the Lake.

In-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Jan-Feb 2019 Vol 6 Issue 1

INSIDE leisure charms of Ratargul Swamp Forest

adventure Theme-based travel will rule 2019

Traversing the

Sundarbans Jan - Feb 2019

Remote, forbidding & largely uninhabited