General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
| Currency | Taka |
| Main religion | Islam |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 48.9% |
| Gdp | $330.60 billion |
| Size | 147,570 km² |
| Population | 164.68 million |
| Population density | 1,115/km² |
| Kids per female | 2.01 |
| City population | 37.6% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 18∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Bengali |
| Population able to read | 72.9% |
| Population with a college degree | 13.3% |
| Population able to speak english | 1.5% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 73 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 5.2/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Biman Bangladesh Airlines |
| Main airport | Shahjalal International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.25 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $1 |
| Coffee | $0.5 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $150/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $25/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $2.5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.00/l |
| Rental car | $20/day |
| Public transportation | $1/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 10% |
| Vat | 15% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1800 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 5.58/MBits |
| Tld | .bd |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 34.8% |
| Phone mobile data | $4 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 80% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type D, Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Friday |
| Closing times | 8:00 PM |
| Opening times | 10:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Daraz |
| Supermarket | Shwapno |
| Pharmacy | Beximco |
| Drugstore | Square |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | Varies by establishment |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 3/10 |
| Bars | 4/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 4/10 |
| Public Parks | 6/10 |
| Swimming | 4/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Cricket |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Biryani | A flavorful rice dish cooked with meat, vegetables, and spices | $5-$10 |
| Khichuri | A porridge made with rice, lentils, and vegetables | $2-$5 |
| Dal | A lentil soup | $1-$3 |
| Sabzi | A vegetable dish | $2-$5 |
| Roti | A flatbread | $1-$2 |
| Paratha | A layered flatbread | $1-$3 |
| Puri | A deep-fried flatbread | $1-$2 |
| Samosa | A fried pastry filled with vegetables or meat | $1-$2 |
| Kachori | A deep-fried pastry filled with lentils or vegetables | $1-$2 |
| Jalebi | A sweet fried dough | $1-$2 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Lassi | A yogurt-based drink, often flavored with fruit or nuts | 0.50-1.00 |
| Cha | A tea made with milk and sugar | 0.25-0.50 |
| Sharbat | A sweet drink made with fruit juice or syrup | 0.50-1.00 |
| Faluda | A cold dessert made with vermicelli noodles, milk, and sugar | 1.00-2.00 |
| Borhani | A yogurt-based drink, often flavored with mint or cumin | 0.50-1.00 |
| Ghol | A sweet drink made with milk, sugar, and flour | 0.50-1.00 |
| Pani Puri | A crispy ball filled with a spicy water | 0.25-0.50 |
| Nimbu Pani | A refreshing drink made with lemon juice, water, and sugar | 0.25-0.50 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jamdani Saree | A traditional handwoven silk saree, known for its intricate designs and delicate craftsmanship | $100-$500 |
| Nakshi Kantha | A type of embroidered quilt, featuring intricate designs and motifs | $20-$100 |
| Terracotta Pottery | Handmade pottery items, often featuring traditional designs and motifs | $5-$20 |
| Rickshaw Painting | A miniature painting of a rickshaw, a common mode of transportation in Bangladesh | $10-$25 |
| Bamboo Products | Handmade items made from bamboo, such as baskets, mats, and furniture | $5-$50 |
| Leather Goods | Handcrafted leather items, such as bags, wallets, and shoes | $20-$100 |
| Silver Jewelry | Intricate silver jewelry, often featuring traditional designs and motifs | $10-$50 |
| Lac Bangles | Colorful bangles made from lac, a natural resin | $5-$15 |
| Brassware | Handmade brass items, such as vases, bowls, and figurines | $10-$50 |
| Tea | High-quality tea, grown in the northern regions of Bangladesh | $10-$20 per pound |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bengali New Year | April 14 | Celebrates the first day of the Bengali calendar |
| Independence Day | March 26 | Commemorates the declaration of independence from Pakistan in 1971 |
| Victory Day | December 16 | Marks the victory of Bangladesh in the Liberation War against Pakistan in 1971 |
| Eid-ul-Fitr | End of Ramadan | Celebrates the end of the fasting month of Ramadan |
| Eid-ul-Azha | 70 days after Eid-ul-Fitr | Celebrates the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim |
| Durga Puja | October | Celebrates the victory of goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura |
| Diwali | October/November | Celebrates the victory of good over evil |
| Christmas | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Prothom Alo |
| Online news | bdnews24.com |
| Tv | Channel i |
| Radio | Radio Foorti |