Bangladesh
One of the most densely populated large countries on Earth, laced with rivers and delta. Bangladesh is where the Ganges and Brahmaputra fan out toward the sea.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
A red disc set slightly towards the hoist on a green field. The red disc represents the sun rising over Bengal and the blood of those who died for independence, while the green stands for the country's lush landscape.
Bangladesh FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Dhaka |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 171,466,990 |
| Area | 147,570 km² |
| Population density | 1,162 /km² |
| Currency | Bangladeshi taka (BDT) ৳ |
| Official language | Bangla |
| Calling code | +880 |
| Internet TLD | .bd |
| Time zone | UTC+06:00 |
| Drives on the | Left |
| ISO codes | BD / BGD |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- It sits on the largest river delta in the world, formed by the Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers.
- It shares the Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove forest and a stronghold of the Bengal tiger.
- Cox's Bazar boasts one of the longest natural sea beaches on the planet.
- It's one of the most densely populated large countries in the world.
Bangladesh FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Bangladesh?
The capital of Bangladesh is Dhaka.
What is the population of Bangladesh?
Bangladesh has a population of about 171,466,990.
What currency does Bangladesh use?
Bangladesh uses the Bangladeshi taka (BDT).
What languages are spoken in Bangladesh?
The official language of Bangladesh is Bangla.
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