Bihanga July August 2017

In-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Jul - Aug 2017 Vol 4 Issue 4

INSIDE explore

the british capital has plenty to offer

adventure cox’s bazar is a paradisE for surfers

Ready for Hajj The annual pilgrimage is round the corner. Make it memorable

CEO’s

Note

Fly high

A M Mosaddique Ahmed Managing Director & CEO (Biman Bangladesh Airlines)

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Respected guests,

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aboard. We are delighted that you have chosen Biman Bangladesh Airlines for your travel today. Eid has just gone and we are delighted that we had the opportunity to facilitate home coming of so many scattered diasporas all over the world on this holiday season.

The Hajj season is also nearing, and we all at Biman are gearing up for a busy travel period. A lot of progress has been made in that direction, and we hope to give you a safe and pleasant journey to Jeddah. This year Biman will carry a record number of about 63,500 pilgrims from Bangladesh to perform the religious rituals Holy Hajj, the largest Muslim congregation of the world.

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Wherever you are travelling, we wish you an enjoyable and a memorable experience. We are constantly looking for ways to improve our passengers’ travel experience. Your comments and suggestions will help us further improve our services.

As we celebrate the spirit of the season I would like to invite you to visit Bangladesh, a fascinating land of enchanting beauty of monsoon. The lovely hibiscus and the ornamental magnolia adorn the hedgerows during this season. On behalf of all the employees working with Biman, thank you once again for putting your faith in us. Have a smooth flying experience!

Jul - Aug 2017

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CONTENTS

In-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Jul - Aug 2017 Vol 4 Issue 4

INSIDE explore

Summer time in London

the british capital has plenty to offer

adventure cox’s bazar is a paradise for surfers

Ready foR Hajj The annual pilgrimage is round the corner. Make it memorable

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With world-class entertainment, diverse restaurants and great riverside attractions, the British capital has plenty to offer this summer

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Sights of nepal

Kathmandu is historic and cultural. We take you to a journey to understand life in Nepal

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Jul - Aug 2017

50 journey with a purpose

A cluster of 99 islands, Langkawi offers the best of animal welfare apart from its rich history and pristine beaches

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treats from Bangladesh will

getaways to travel where

leave you wanting for more

Biman flies to

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explore

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through its virgin forests

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02. CEO's Note

The surf kids of Cox's

10. Biman News

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Some safety measures will help you in having a memorable journey

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Jul - Aug 2017

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

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adventure

CULTURE

LEISURE

24 Hours

UPDATE

Sky Update

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10 Dream flight for 30 underprivileged children

One of the favourite funs of Sohel Rana, an underprivileged kid growing up at government children family in Mirpur, is to run to the rooftop and see airplanes whenever he hears sound of jet engines. It is indeed one of his dream to onboard an airplane to see how the earth, the clouds look like from the aircraft. "It's like a dream come true. Now I know how earth and clouds look like from the airplane. Thanks all who gave me the opportunity to get the experience of having a flight," he expressed his joy after having a round flight of Biman Bangladesh Airlines of DhakaSylhet-Dhaka.

Biman, the national flag carrier, recently arranged a joy flight for 30 under privileged children. The children from government children family of Tejgaon and Mirpur went to Sylhet in the morning and return to Dhaka in the afternoon by a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight operated by 737 Boeing aircraft.

After landing at Osmani International Airport in Sylhet, the pilot of the flight Nawshad Ataul Qaium greeted the children emerging from the cockpit and had pictures with them. Before returning to Dhaka, the children visited a Lakkatura Tea Garden and Mazar of Hazrat Shahjalal (R) in Sylhet. After arrival at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka, Biman's Managing Director and CEO A M Mosaddik Ahmed received the children and gave them Eid dress as a gift. Biman Bangladesh Airlines took the initiatives as part of its Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR).

Jul - Aug 2017

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Cover story

explore

adventure

CULTURE

LEISURE

24 Hours

UPDATE

IFALPA elects Capt.

Ishtiaque as EVP

Capt. Ishtiaque Hossain, commander of Boeing 777 in Biman Bangladesh Airlines was elected as the executive vice-president of International Federation of Air Line Pilots Association (IFALPA) for Asia Pacific Region at the 72 annual conference of the World Pilots’ Community. IFALPA was held at Montreal in Canada on May 6, 2017.

Ishtiaque is the first Bangladeshi who is full member of 'International Society of Air Safety Investigators', a US-based sole organisation. He is one of the aviation pioneers of Bangladesh who has international accreditation as an Aircraft Accident Investigator.

Life-time award for Biman pilot

Capt. Sayed Mahbub Helal, a pilot of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, was honoured with the lifetime achievement award from IFALPA on May 6, 2017, at Montreal in Canada.

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For the first time in the history of aviation, an Asian pilot achieved the highest award, which is a pride for Bangladesh and the national flag carrier.

In every five years, the jury selects one pilot for this award from within the entire world’s airline pilot community.

Helal's outstanding contribution towards the improvement of the airline pilot community bagged him this award.

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Jul - Aug 2017

Biman operating weekly flights to Cox’s Bazar

Biman Bangladesh Airlines started operation of Boeing flights in Dhaka-Cox’s Bazar-Dhaka sector.

Hon'ble Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, formally inaugurated the extended runway of Cox’s Bazar International Airport and operations of Biman Boeing 737-800 flight on May 6, 2017.

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Airbus A-330 added to Biman’s fleet

Biman Bangladesh Airlines added an Airbus A-330 aircraft to its fleet for increasing ontime performance as well as giving a boost in ensuring customer care.

The 327 seats aircraft - 20 seats for business class and 307 for economy class is being operated for Biman’s Middle Eastern routes specially Doha and Kuwait City.

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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.

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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.

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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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* 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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The R&B goddess, Jillian Banks is set to grace the Lion City with her heady mix of ‘90s R&B and dark electronica. Catch the singer-songwriter perform tracks from her latest sudio release album The Altar, including Gemini Feed and Mind Games.

When: July 11 Where: Singapore

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Festival Bali Kites Festival

Celebrating its 38th year in 2017, the Bali Kites Festival is a place where troupes gather from all over the island to pilot their traditional kites, alongside international teams with their modern kites in different shapes and sizes.

When: July- October Where: Padanggalak Beach, Bali

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FAIR The Great Indian Education Fair

The Great Indian Education Fair is an event that helps to give opportunity to directly meet principals and admission authorities of leading schools from pre-nursery to high school. All enrollment related queries are sorted in this event. On-spot admissions are also done on the same day.

When: July 21-22 Where: Dhaka

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Festival George Town Festival

The George Town Festival in Penang involves a month-long celebration of arts, culture, heritage and community. There is a showcase of world-class performances, installations and collaborations from international and local artists alike.

Also, there is a vibrant display of traditional and contemporary art.

When: July 28-September 17 Where: George Town, Malaysia

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exhibition DIFS 2017

The summer edition of the Dhaka International Yarn & Fabric Show (DIFS) is a series of exhibition in Bangladesh on textile apparel technology and machinery. Organised

by CEMS-Global USA, this exhibition is one of the oldest and biggest in the country.

When: August 9-12 Where: Dhaka

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arts Comic Art Group Exhibition

The popular cultural hub, Al Qattara Arts Centre will host a community exhibition of comic art.

Artists from all across the UAE will be invited through an open call, to exhibit their comics, animations and pop art to culminate in a collective community exhibition.

When: August 19- November 19 Where: Al Qattara Arts Centre, Abu Dhabi

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culture Haritalika Teej

The festival of Teej is celebrated by women. From dancing to folk songs, the festival is celebrated in full vigour. Women observe fast, dress up in red costumes and flock to temples where the married ones pray for a happy married life and unmarried ones for a good husband.

When: August 24 Where: Nepal

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food Foodies Festival

The Foodies Festival features a range of culinary elite, including Matt Hill, Ed Baines, Jamie Lang and many more. There will also be pop-up restaurants, a BBQ arena, chilli eating competition, street food, cake and bake theatre and loads of food and drinks to feast on.

When: August 26-28 Where: Alexandra Palace, London

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Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Situated in mountainous northern Thailand, Chiang Mai is a serene and scenic getaway to relax from the urban chaotic life. Just an hour flight from the capital city of Bangkok, it is a place to unwind with fabulous food. One can stroll around the backstreets and explore the city that has ancient temples, royal palaces, caves, night zoo safari, golf courses and so on. There are a million more things to see and do like biking and paragliding. It is a shoppers’ paradise and a delight for adventurers.

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Kathmandu to Dhulikhel

Located on a hilltop surrounded by lush greenery, Dhulikhel is 31 km away from Kathmandu. One can take a break from the busy life to this calm and peaceful place that offers a beautiful panoramic view of the snowfed mountains. It’s a destination that has centuries old temples, monasteries, stupas and local cafes, so one can enjoy both history and nature. The old town has an assembly of old Newari houses that have beautifully carved windows and doors, which is a fine example of traditional Newari craftsmanship.

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Just 60 km from Sylhet town, Jaflong is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful forest landscape. The main attraction of this spot is its rolling stones from the hills, crystal clear water, nut and betel leaf gardens, green tea gardens and colourful tribal life. It is also known for its white stone collection which comes from the hilly Mari River. It is advisable to start early in the morning for a day trip to explore Jaflong.

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Summer time in

London

With world-class entertainment, diverse restaurants and great riverside attractions, the British capital has plenty to offer this summer

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Music and fun

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Summer in London means watching plays, musicals and films (along with a few comedy performances) at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre in their 1,250 seater outdoor auditorium. The show goes on whatever the weather: so pack a picnic, grab something to munch and enjoy. Covent Garden’s array of jugglers, musicians, acrobats and comedians

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perform live in the Piazza throughout the summer. To avoid the crowd, head up to either the Punch and Judy pub or The Print Room.

British Summer Time Hyde Park has become a London summer institution, with global stars performing in front of huge crowd. The 2017 lineup includes greats like Phil Collins, Green Day, Justin Bieber, Kings of Leon, The Killers and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

Moreover, few open air gigs have a backdrop to rival the Summer Series at Somerset House. Established artistes and upcoming acts take the spotlight each night in the 18th century courtyard, which gives these series of gigs a more intimate feel. Tickets always sell out, so grab them early.

London’s parks have a line up of festivals catering to most musical genres – without needing to camp out. The South West Four Weekender is usually held on the August Bank Holiday on Clapham Common and

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(Clockwise from left) London Eye on the Westminster Bridge, jugglers perform at Covent Garden, Korean dance festival, Hyde Park

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(Clockwise from above) Streets of London, Lovebox festival, tourists walking by the side of River Thames

offers two days of dance music and club classics. Victoria Park hosts the Lovebox Festival, which has the biggest names in R&B, electronic dance and rap. The park is also home to Field Day, the place to find the best alternative acts in London. Wireless Festival in Finsbury Park is another established summer session, with dance, rap and R&B acts taking to the stage.

Take a riverside walk, browse the book market or spend a balmy evening paddling in the fountains outside the Southbank Centre. Two of London’s biggest festivals – Underbelly and London Wonderground – have teamed up together this year for the Underbelly Festival, where fringetype events include circus acts, cabaret and cutting-edge comedy. The Southbank Centre

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Tips to make the most of it

Make your journey memorable

Savour Scotchtails Scotchtails are boiled eggs with runny yolk, enclosed in a sausage meat, rolled in breadcrumbs and fried.

They are served with a salad and sweet potato fries.

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Sea Life London Aquarium

Market also runs every weekend during the warmer months, selling street food and farmers’ market produce from the stalls.

Eat and drink

Everyone loves a good get-together over a sizzling BBQ, but in London it’s not all that easy to enjoy the sunshine. BBQ-goers flock to London Fields every summer as it is home to one of the only parks in the capital with a designated BBQ area. Burgers and sausages aside, Hackney’s most popular park also boasts a lido, tennis courts and a cricket pitch. If you wanted an idyllic hilltop setting for your barbie, Waterlow Park, Highgate, is most definitely it. It brags panoramic views over London as well as terraced gardens and two ponds. Considering it neighbours the

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There are plenty of kidfriendly places to visit. Get up close and personal with underwater creatures at Sea Life London aquarium and watch the marine life.

Shop Shopping list Whether you’re looking for designer clothing, fun souvenirs, specialist food or the perfect gift, there’s a wealth of shopping options.

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Fast Facts

The Houses of Parliament are officially known as the Palace of Westminster.

London is full of pubs associated with artists, writers and poets.

Big Ben is not the name of the clock, but name of the bell that is inside the clock.

The London Underground is known as ‘the Tube’.

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forbidden Hampstead Heath, it serves as a pretty impressive alternative. Many councils ban barbecuing in public to prevent scorched earth, so make sure you check before lighting up in a park or open space.

Postman’s Park near St Pauls was originally a popular lunch spot for nearby postal workers, and is now home to the Watts memorial, commemorating those who have given their lives to save others.

Lincoln’s Inn Fields in Holborn once held duels. Nowadays, you’re more likely to see picnicking lawyers in the largest square in London. More centrally, Soho Square is tucked in behind Oxford Street, or get respite from Covent Garden and the Strand in Victoria Embankment Gardens.

On the field

London’s many tennis parks offer people free on a first come, first served basis; however, the bigger parks might charge you.

The Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre hosted the 2012 Wheelchair Tennis, and has six outdoor courts that can be booked.

Greenwich Park have also had their six hard courts refurbished for 2015. You’ll also find courts in local parks like Hackney Downs.

The city also has a mix of pools, ponds and lidos to choose from, with the Serpentine Lido and Hampstead Heath Ponds being the most well-known. People looking for fun in the water can visit Kayaking London. It runs both day and night paddling experiences, which is a novel way to see London Bridge and the House of Parliament from the water. If the river isn’t your thing, visit some of London’s more sheltered areas, like Shadwell Basin or Surrey Docks, where you can hire canoes and kayaks.

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Always popular with the summer dating crowd, you can hire rowing boats or pedalos at Hyde Park, Regent’s Park, Battersea Park, Finsbury Park, Victoria Park and Dulwich Park.

Ally Pally even has boats shaped like dragons, swans or cars if you want to unleash your inner child.

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People looking for fun in the water can visit Kayaking London

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Green glory A beautiful hill town Bandarban attracts tourist for its highest peaks, lakes and treks through its virgin forests By: Sania Aiman

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of the southeastern districts of Bangladesh, Bandarban is crowned in green glory with steep rolling hills. Some of the most pristine and unspoiled bits of beauty bestowed by nature can be seen here. In the delta land of this country, Bandarban is a respite, known for hills and creeks and also the unique ethnic communities. It is also host to the three highest peaks of the country, about 1,200 metres and so on average.

Diversity at its best

Bandarban is one of the least populated districts of Bangladesh where about 15 out of 27 indigenous communities native to Bangladesh can be found in the hill tracts. Largest of these is the Marma group, and there are also Tripura, Khyang, Mru, Khumi, Chakma and others. These

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communities are unique in their way of life, even though the main characteristic is tribal society based on agriculture and a rich heritage of handicrafts. The people are very hard working and generally kind and welcoming. The largest portion of the indigenous are Buddhists, with significant number of Christians and animists sprinkled in. So, in Bandarban, near Balaghata, is where you will find the country’s largest Theraveda Buddhist temple – Buddha Dhatu Jadi. It is a serene spot to contemplate a while, admire the many life-size and larger golden Buddha statues. It sits atop a hill about 200 feet higher than the surroundings, and is also a great vantage point for absorbing the scenic beauty abundant all around.

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One highly admired activity here is a boat trip in a sampan or a regular boat down the River Sangu. Also, try tasting various kinds of tribal cuisine.

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Enjoy the amazing views from the top of the mountain. You will be able to see river, small waterfalls, and tribal villages from up there.

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Bawm handicrafts like hand-woven baskets, rugs and fish-traps can be found and purchased from local shops at the Bawm Market.

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In a land with plentiful monsoon, mesmerising waterfalls are no surprise. Some of these are a bit difficult to access and require treks through shallow streams. Locally known as jhorna and khum, the most commonly visited are the Rijhuk jhorna, Nafakhum or Remakri fall, Jadipai jhorna, Amiakhum and Shoilo-propat. Of these, the Shoilo-propat (the rocky fall) is just four kilometres from the Bandarban town, on the road to Thanchi. It is a developed tourist site maintained by the government’s tourism body. It hosts a small market for the local craftsmen to peddle their wares. The waterfalls are notorious for being moody belles of nature, reducing to low flows every year until the monsoons replenish them.

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Another serene attraction of the region is the Boga Lake, which happens to be a crater lake,

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the original inhabitants of Bandarban.

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created from rain water accumulating in the crater of a dead volcano some 2000 years ago. Local tribe of the Khumi have a legend, wherein the members of the tribe killed and ate a deity in animal form. The angered deity reappeared in the from of a dragon, or a Boga, and brought with it a massive earthquake. The entire mountain shook, the earth caved in, drowning the village, the legend says. Today, small communities of the Baum, Khumi, and Tripura still dot the banks of the lake. The views, however, are breathtaking, with the water taking on a different hue in different weather conditions, and time of day.

Watery course

To speak of Bandarban is to speak of Sangu, the river, a lifeline to the people of the hills. In many remote parts of the region, the only way of access is through a boat over the Sangu and the streams that flow to it, or on foot through treacherous hills covered in jungle. A boat ride to Tindu through the Sangu will take you to the interestingly named Boro Pathor, where the river flows deceptively calm through large boulders. Bandarban even today remains a yet to be explored part of Bangladesh.

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Despite the ups and downs and instability, tourism has always been good enough in the Himalayan kingdom. We take a journey throught its cultural, historical and spiritual spots

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Holding faith

Sadhus are wandering holy men or monks revered for being good. They are commonly seen at the Pashupati Nath Temple in Kathmandu.

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Making a comeback

Some of the beautiful architecture in Kathmandu was reduced to rubble after the 2015 earthquake.

A major face-lift is being done to preserve history.

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The people in Nepal are very friendly and hospitable.

It’s a multicultural and multiethnic country, with many linguistic dialects and cultural traditions.

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Newar windows Newar windows and bare-brick facade in the traditional style showcase Nepalese heritage. These are carved in wood and is an architectural trend.

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Holy sculptures Rich history in the form of stone art can be seen in almost every temple in Nepal. Porticos and doorways are an amazing instance of antique figurines.

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Sacred spot Tourists flock here to see the beauty of the Swayambhunath, an ancient religious complex of shrines and temples.

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alone just for its heritage conservation achievements—restored Chinese and colonial era heritage bungalows brought over piecemeal from neighbouring Penang Island and the simpler wooden and bamboo kampong (Malay village) hut structures that dot the property. Also, the addition of an animal sanctuary called LASSie (Langkawi Animal Shelter and Sanctuary) for the care and treatment of stray cats and dogs make for a unique stay on this holiday island.

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LASSie runs the Langkawi island animal clinic

Animal welfare

Founded by Australian expat restaurateur and animal-lover, Narelle McMurtrie, the Bon Ton and Temple Tree resorts, a short distance from Langkawi’s famed Pantai Cenang Beach area, established and fully supports LASSie financially. LASSie was set up in 1994 to receive, rehabilitate and care for neglected, abused and needy animals. The organisation also runs the Langkawi Island Animal Clinic, which is a charity project aimed at the sterilisation of the stray cat population.

The sanctuary has a no-kill policy and cares for animals whose age, disposition or disability make them unlikely to find homes. Under the care of in-house veterinarian Dr Tim Lim, these animals are given the opportunity to live out their lives

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53 in dignity. An adoption centre is also operated and animals put up for adoption are spayed, neutered, de-wormed and vaccinated.

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After getting oriented from the ferry from Penang and getting settled in our spacious, stately Colonial house dating from the 1920s, a former mansion of Arab traders settled in Penang, we gorged on delicious Middle-Eastern style mezze for lunch in the Bon Ton Restaurant and took a refreshing dip in the lap pool facing the marshlands.

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Helping our furry friends

The next morning we were greeted by Dorothy, a Chinese-Malaysian fitness instructor who volunteers two hours a day to walk and take care of the dogs. We were told that due to local culture and religion, cats seem to have better fate than dogs, as the Prophet (PBUH) is said to have kept a cat and the cat was so beloved that once when the cat was sleeping on his coat, the Prophet cut off the sleeve of his coat rather than disturb the cat’s nap.

Before leaving, as a souvenir, I purchased a t-shirt from the Bon Ton gift as token of remembrance of our stay at Temple Tree, Langkawi.

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(Clockwise from above) Traditional boats in Langkawi, founder of Bon Ton and Temple Tree Resorts: Narelle McMurtrie, Sky bridge

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The surf kids of Cox’s Bazar happily paddle for both the biggest and the tiniest of waves By: Mu nira Ahm ed Fid a i

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sport teaches you something. Be it selfcontrol or perseverance. However, there is one sport that teaches freedom and complete abandon. It teaches you to trust your instincts and the surroundings to help you ride high- it’s a sport called surfing. Relatively new in Cox’s Bazar, the idea of surfing was born in 2003, when a group of Hawaiian tourists told Jafar Alam, the first surfer of Bangladesh to open up a surf club. The rest, as they say, is history.

This club is not exclusive to locals living in Cox’s Bazar; tourists can get entry and surf here as much as they want. “Our waves are the best waves for learning surfing in Bangladesh,” informs an avid surfer Ramjan Mia.

New identity

Children make up the core group of surfers.

Many of those who come into the surf club have thus far been labelled as children from low strata of the society. But the moment they enter the club, they become “surf kids” no matter where they come from or what social strata they were born into. Besides giving them

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Bangladesh’s first surf club was born in 2003 in Cox’s Bazar

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(Above) Surfers enjoying the swell at the surfing spot, (left) street art depicting Bangladesh Surfing Club

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a new identity, the surf club teaches them a life skill that they can use to develop their future in the tourism industry of Bangladesh. It also teaches them basic English, which helps them communicate with tourists better.

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Surf clubs like this one are difficult to run without financial support. Patrons and supporters can only do so much without top level support. Moreover, new and upgraded equipment like surf boards and other equipment that are not easily available in Bangladesh are also a pressing priority. The founders and senior members of the club view

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recognition as a bittersweet blessing. It is there and they are grateful, but not near enough.

“We are just one surf club and to get noticed by local and foreign sponsors was a success in its own way,” admit the founders. “Our donors and patrons help us a lot, which is imperative to keep the club alive. It would of course be wonderful to receive more of such support from other places. Old surfers got this sport noticed.

And now we have the Bangladesh Surfing Association helping us as well.”

Today, there are about 70 surfers in the country who do a lot more than simply surfing. They are also actively involved in beach cleanups, teaching ocean safety, swimming and surfing lessons, diligently living up to the motto of giving back to nature. The goal is to create a platform to mentor young people on basic English skills as well as to get them involved into community projects, creating a drug and alcohol free generation that can become future surf entrepreneurs.

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MECCA,

famously known as “Mother of Cities” is the centre of the Islamic world and one of the most sacred places for all Muslims around the world. The Hajj pilgrimage is the fifth of the fundamental Muslim practices known as the 'Five Pillars of Islam'. The pilgrimage takes place each year between the eighth and thirteenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the twelfth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Here are a few things you should keep in mind before preparing a trip to Hajj.

Travel agent

To make your journey successful, it is crucial to choose a travel agent who has the detail information about hotel, travel timing etc.

Quality of the service and commitment are two important keys to expect from a travel agent.

Make sure to ask about the duration of the stay in Mecca and Medina, the distance of your hotel from the haram and a guide who will be constantly present to simplify the journey.

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(Clockwise from above) Visitors gather at Mount Arafat for one of the most important rituals of Hajj, close view of the Kabba

Documents

It is important to keep extra photocopies of the required legal documents. Make sure your passport has not expired, it should be valid for at least six months past the date of your departure.

Vaccination

One must check from the travel agent or Saudi Arabian Embassy about the needed vaccination for the issuance of visa. Also, collect an official (yellow) vaccination record book from the country. This book has to be filled by the physician. Keep your book with all your important documents while travelling to Hajj.

Physically fit

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performed Hajj are called Hajjis. Some even add the title in front of their name.

All the Hajj rites to Tawaf, Sai, Rummy require great strength and endurance. Generally, people do not give importance to their physical fitness, but it is essential to exercise at least six months before the Hajj trip. This will make your trip more enjoyable.

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It is advisable to keep both the currency of your nation and Saudi Riyals in your wallet. Carry sufficient amount of currency to cover your projected areas.

Clothing

As Saudi is a hot place, keep airy and light clothes that are comfortable and soothing. Pilgrims can also carry Ihram, a two-piece cotton cloth, which is cool to wear and help in absorption of sweat during Hajj.

Snacks

Sometimes pilgrims need to wait for long hours to be processed. Some snack, fruit and extra water are really useful during this time. Along with this, an extra abaya, Ihram and a pocket size dua book are needed during the stay.

(Below) Ritual circumambulation around Kaaba, (right) electronic umbrellas at the Prophet Muhammad Mosque

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Luggage

A good quality luggage with an extremely solid locking system is recommended for Hajj. Always make sure that the suitcase is locked and does not have any money in it. Keep all your valuable items such as documents, money, keys, credit card, etc in the pouch around the waist at all times.

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Guidebooks

Before going for Hajj, It is good to read about the holy place. Many guidebooks on how to perform Hajj and when they are performed are available in the market. Books like Umra and Hajj can make the trip simple.

Must carry

There are few important items that must be carried while your stay in Mina. Keep towels, a small backpack, tissues, slippers, plastic cups, travel toiletries for regular use. For women going for the pilgrimage, abayas that are comfortable and breathable are a must. Pack some extra sheets, a travel pillow and a mattress. Also some important medicines, like pain-killers, cough syrups, band aids should be kept.

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(Top) Pilgrims walking after dawn to perform Jamarah, (above) Pilgrims around Al-Safa mountain inside the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi Mosque

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Give your taste buds a bite of sweet bliss. The sugary rich sweet treats from Bangladesh will leave you wanting more By: Mu nira Ahm ed Fid a i

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Bangladesh

takes pride in offering authentic food experiences. From its language to its desserts, it is a land drenched in sweetness. In this country, being a sweet lover isn’t a choice- it’s nature. With so many sweet treats to choose from, it sure is difficult to pick the top ten reigning desserts but we shall do our best!

Roshogolla

Little doughy balls of a spongy, soft texture, these sweets have become more than dessert for us. It is difficult to describe the surge of joy one feels when this syrupy treat is squished in the mouth. We dare you to stop at just one!

Rasmalai

While a roshogolla and rasmalai are usually confused, rasmalai has a uniqueness of its own. Instead of sugar syrup, these oblong bite sized sweets swim in a thick, milky soup that is a dessert on its own. It is important to scoop a generous amount of this soup onto your spoon along with the sweet for optimum pleasure.

Malai Chomchom

If chomchom wasn’t sweet enough, we decided to up the X-factor by adding malai.

Sliced down in the middle, malai chomchoms

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Bangladeshis are sweet lovers by nature and not by choice

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Make your journey tasteful

Chitoi pitha Chitoi pitha is a very popular, traditional Bangladeshi pitha. It is made out of grated coconut, sometimes soaked in milk and date molassess.

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are generously filled with creamy malai and mawa, which seeps into the whole sweet, making it flavourful and yummier than before.

part of tradition, different regions are known for different kinds of sweets in Bangladesh.

Pati Shapta

You could simply describe these as crepes filled with custard. Bite into a rolled up thick and mildly sweetened rice crepe, for a creamy custard surprise made with molasses and condensed milk. The entire deal is topped up with coconut shavings for an additional kick.

Jilapi

Deep fried flour coils with sweet syrup inside, jilapis can be a messy munch. Thin and crispy, or fat and syrupy, jilapi is more of a fun snack Khirmohan A kind of rohsogolla but khirmohan is hard in nature with the smell of elaichi in it. These are fillings made out of cheese and dipped into sugar syrup.

Kalojam It has a similar taste like golap jamun. Kalojam comes in oval or circular shape and is a popular sweet during weddings or festive occasions.

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than a dessert. People enjoy it hot, straight from the frying pan into their plates.

Mishti Doi

Yogurt has always been power food. Recently, the west has attached a number of flavours to give it an extra kick. Bangalis got there first, I’ll have you know! Sweet yogurt is a delicacy found in Bogura, north of Bangladesh and is famous in every Bangali household. Served cold, the sweet dish comes in small containers for an individual to-go snack or in traditional earthen pots as family packs.

Balushahi

Looking like mini doughnuts, Balushahi is a confection made up of flour, ghee and a bit of baking soda, of course dunked in a warm sugar syrup. The resemblance to a doughnut is just in its shape, though. Balushahi has a semi-crunchy exterior, often garnished with crushed dry and sweetened dry fruits and a flaky interior. Expect a soft, sweet surprise in the middle of this chewy deal.

Chana Mishti

Chana is fresh, unripened curd cheese. It is made by adding whey to boiled milk, in order for it to curdle. The process is similar to making cottage cheese but the cheese isn’t processed for too long. Sweetened a bit further, this runny, sweet cheese is usually an ingredient for making other sweets but is also enjoyed as a standalone favourite. Lactose intolerant sweet lovers can safely enjoy chana.

Jorda

Sweetened rice cooked in ghee, often with an added yellow food colour, this delicacy is a famous dessert in weddings. The rice is mixed with mawa, cashew nuts and almonds and garnished with raisins. More elaborate jorda platters add bite sized jamun sweets and crystallised pineapple.

Sweet yogurt is famous in every household in North Bangladesh

(Clockwise from above) Jorda, balushahi, jilapi, pati shapti

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RyjvB-AvM÷ 2017Õi Rb¨ U¨viU fwel¨ØvYx Tarot predictions for July-August 2017 by Manisha Koushik

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Aries (‡glivwk)

Taurus (e…livwk)

Gemini (wg_ybivwk)

Wavering focus may harm your career interests.

Use wit to counter someone’s attack on your competence. You may find things moving a bit slow to your liking on the romantic front, but don’t make hasty decision.

You are likely to share some romantic moments with your lover. At work, expect to be kept busy on not-so-important job. A competitor can play dirty on the business front, but remain within your limits of patience.

An entertaining period is indicated on romantic front. Money comes to you from unexpected sources and promises to increase your bank balance. Your focus may turn towards health and help you come back into shape.

Lucky number: 15, Lucky colour: Magenta

Lucky number: 7, Lucky colour: Golden

Lucky number: 1, Lucky colour: Red

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†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 15, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: g¨v‡R›Uv

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 7, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: †mvbvjx

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 1, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: jvj

Cancer (KK©Uivwk)

Leo (wmsnivwk)

Virgo (Kb¨vivwk)

Gaining insight in something you want to start is important. Luck turns for the better on the monetary front. Spouse may seem unusually loving, so expect your love life to rock!

Seniors at work may ensure that you keep your nose to the grindstone. A friend will prove a great support on the academic front. Eating out is your idea of fun, but avoid excesses at all cost.

An advice on the academic front is likely to benefit.

You will have enough to spend, as your financial front strengthens. Great opportunities are likely for those looking for a suitable job.

Lucky number: 3, Lucky colour: Orange

Lucky number: 10, Lucky colour: Brown

Lucky number: 17, Lucky colour: Peach

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†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 3, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: Kgjv

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 10, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: ev`vgx

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 17, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: wcP

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Manisha Koushik is an astrologer, Tarot Card reader, Numerologist, Vastu & Feng Shui consultant.

libra (Zyjvivwk)

scorpio (e…wðKivwk)

sagittarius (abyivwk)

This is an excellent time to revive old influential contacts. You manage to accomplish something important on the social front and come into the notice.

Weather may play a spoilsport on a trip.

On the academic front, you will be encouraged to enrol yourself in a course that is challenging.

Businesspersons will need to think better ideas to beat the competition. Don’t neglect health.

Financial well-being is assured. You will be able to establish yourself more firmly in your field of expertise. Keep other connected matters in perspective while making crucial decisions.

Lucky number: 9, Lucky colour: Orange

Lucky number: 16, Lucky colour: Light Green

Lucky number: 11, Lucky colour: Peach

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

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 16, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: nvjKv meyR

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 11, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: wcP

Capricorn (gKiivwk)

Aquarius (Ky¤i ¢ vwk)

Pisces (gxbivwk)

Your romantic endeavours are likely to fructify in a most positive manner. Good speed is assured in a journey out of town. Keep up with your fitness routine.

Meeting an old buddy is on the cards. Those married may opt for a second honeymoon. Limit you expenditure now, if you want to save for the rainy days.

You can be selected for a special honour on the professional front for your achievements. You will remain favourably poised for a business deal or a government tender. Don’t neglect health.

Lucky number: 4, Lucky colour: Sky blue

Lucky number: 12, Lucky colour: Yellow

Lucky number: 8, Lucky colour: Baby Pink

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Arty Vienna Refined, polished and primed to impress, Vienna is a model dollhouse city at its finest By: Mariam D'costa

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buildings, litter-free streets and perfectly manicured gardens almost belie its long and tumultuous history – one of a military camp during the Roman Empire, a city besieged by Hungary then the Turks, and a Republic divided and occupied during the Second World War. Vienna is culture-rich yet modern and is full of cafés and beautiful public gardens. The sense of old world charm makes it a delightful pitstop, and also give it a rather peculiar nature. Here's what you can do if you just have 24 hours to stay in this European wonder.

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Begin your sojourn by taking a vintage tram to Volkstheater. The pristine museums and tourist-packing landmarks are all within walking distance from here. You’ll find family-friendly displays and the 29,500-year-old Venus of Willendorf at the Naturhistorisches Museum, as well as the photogenic Justizpalast, Burgtheater and Parliament nearby. The expansive MuseumsQuartier is right behind you. It is home to renowned museums such as the Leopold Museum, with its numerous works by Schiele, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Kunsthalle: a lively array of restaurants and cafés.

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For a coffee break, head to Café Bellaria, located on a corner of Bellariastrasse. It certainly lives up to the city’s reputation for a great cup of joy.

Walk east onto Burgring and wander through gorgeous gardens, from Volksgarten to the smaller Burggarten – home to a Palmenhaus café, ideal for those looking to drink and dine amongst tropical greenery.

Viennese coffee houses originated in the 17th century were put on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

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Ambling past a front of prestigious buildings, including Hofburg Palace, Augustinerkirche and the breathtaking Stadtpalais Liechtenstein, you’ll reach Stephansplatz. Home to St Stephen’s Cathedral’s gothic spire and mosaic roof tiles, here you can walk up its south tower’s 343 stairs for compelling city views. To its left, the eccentric Golden Quarter is a true shopper’s paradise and the Globenmuseum at the Österreichische Nationalbibliothek is worth visiting. For a small entry fee, you’ll have access to a comprehensive collection of world and celestial globes. To its right, the Franziskanerkirche’s modest exterior belies an entrancingly dark interior shimmering with gold detail, making for an unforgettable experience.

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For lunch, you can go for Italian food at Pesco, which is a minute walk away from the museums. If you have time, hit the nearby shops for some great selection. Mariahilferstrasse near MuseumsQuartier has all the high-street brands including Zara, H&M, Berksha as well as favourite American Apparel and Brandy Melville. The next street is more bohemian.

Along Neubaugasse you can find vintage and independent shops. The street is dotted with lovely cafés too. Visit Café Hawelka – one of the city’s oldest coffee houses, for some coffee and an even greater apple strudel. Take the 15-minute walk to the Wiener Staatsoper for an opera show, or digest your food with a sobering tour of Judenplatz – the city’s historical Jewish district, where a Holocaust memorial is squared off by impressive architectural sights.

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Schönbrunn Palace is a former imperial summer residence located in Vienna. It's an important historical, architectural and cultural monument.

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Vienna State Opera is one of the leading opera houses in the world.

Book the tickets of the show in advance for a superb experience.

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Discover restaurants by the riverside of Danube. Try eating famous apple strudel, schnitzel. One can enjoy flea shopping at the Naschmarkt.

Evening

Another fascinating dose of art and culture awaits as you head northeast to the decidedly loopy Hundertwasser House and Village, designed by the Austrian artist and architect from whom they take their name. Next, make tracks for the canalside Kunst Haus Wien – a museum also designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser, with a façade covered in mosaics, glass, wood and a mish-mash of colour.

I also recommend you to visit the flea markets happening around the date you’re visiting – Vienna has fantastic flea markets. Also make sure to visit one of Vienna’s other aesthetic offerings: the castle and its gardens.

For example, Schönbrunn Castle and its grounds are a staple of any visit to Vienna. Come here just before six to make it to the Lindt boutique. Here you can load up on truffles, and then walk up to the hill-top gloriette for a good view over Vienna.

It is a grand and tranquil spot. If you are pushed for time then forgo going inside the castle itself because the tour takes a few hours. Instead, just rest here for a while, before you head back.

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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

Biman

Bangladesh 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

Entry/ Exit

Rows 1-28

Entry/ Exit

Entry/ Exit

Entry/ Exit

Entry/ Exit

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

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

Emergency 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

Passengers

35 J + 384 Y

12 J + 21 W + 286 Y

12 J+ 150 Y

Engines (maximum thrust)

GE90-100 (115,300 lbs.)

PW4090 (90,000 lbs.)

CFM56-7 (26,300 lbs.)

Maximum Fuel Capacity

181,300 liters

171,200 liters

26,025 liters

Maximum Takeoff Weight

755,000 lbs

632,499 lbs

70,987 kg

Maximum Range

7,825 NM (14,490 km)

7725NM (14316 km)

5,665 km

Typical Cruise Speed

905 km/h

1000 km/h

828 km/h

Wing span

212 ft. 7 in (64.8 m)

199 ft. 11 in (60.9 m)

112 ft. 7in (34.315 m)

With winglets

n/a

n/a

117 ft. 5 in (35.8 m)

Overall Length

242 ft. 4 in (73.86 m)

209 ft. 1 in (63.7 m)

129 ft. 6 in (39.472 m)

Tail Height

60 ft. 8 in (18.49 m)

60 ft. 8 in (18.49 m)

40 ft. 10.5 in (12.459 m)

Interior Cabin Width

20 ft. 4 in (6.2 m)

20 ft. 4 in (6.2 m)

12 ft. 4 in (3.7592 m)

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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