Bangladesh, Bangladesh
From series “Permanently Sinking Cities and Regions”
Bangladesh has been trying to take the upcoming water under control for a long period of time. If the water rises to 1,5 meters, the territory of 22 000 m2 will forever go under the water. Such natural disaster can break lives of more than 18 million people. The water element threats not only to people but also to the unique natural objects. Bangladesh coast has the largest mangrove forest on the Earth. Its name is Sundarbans. If the water level increases, the forest will be fully flooded.
This flood became the most destroying and widest for last 100 years. It was caused by the uncontrolled forest exploitation in the Himalayas. For thousands of years there had formed the unique ecosystem that naturally saved Bangladesh’s lower reaches of rivers from the destroying actions of monsoon waters. Soil barriers naturally saved the water, although, when the forest became to exploitation, some barriers were destroyed. Nowadays monsoon rains have plagued the locals and threatened the region every year. 
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Useful staff nearby
Supermarket: 'Hakha YMCA' in 34 km 
Police station: 'Police Station' in 29 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'ဖိုးလမင္း ကေဖး' in 17 km
Cities nearby
Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit
4 km - Hazaribagh
Hazaribagh city had got the status of the large tannery center many centuries ago. In recent years, the extent of production has become much greater, although the tanning methods on some establishments have remained constant for several hundred years. There are about …
From the series 'Top 14 Most Polluted Cities of the Planet'
Hazaribagh city had got the status of the large tannery center many centuries ago. In recent years, the extent of production has become much greater, although the tanning methods on some establishments have remained constant for several hundred years. There are about …
8 km - Baitul Mukarram Mosque
Baitul Mukarram is the National Mosque of Bangladesh. Located at the centre of Dhaka, capital of Bangladesh, the mosque name translates as a “The Holy House”. The structure of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque resembles the Kaaba in Mecca. For the building were used …
From the series 'Top Largest and Famous Mosques Worldwide'
Baitul Mukarram is the National Mosque of Bangladesh. Located at the centre of Dhaka, capital of Bangladesh, the mosque name translates as a “The Holy House”. The structure of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque resembles the Kaaba in Mecca. For the building were used …
223 km - Cherrapunji
In India, travelers will have an opportunity to visit a small town of Cherrapunji, which is considered the rainiest settlement in the world. It's raining here literally every day. On average, it's about 12 000 mm of rainfall per year. About 10 000 people …
From the series 'The Most Extreme Settlements on the Planet'
In India, travelers will have an opportunity to visit a small town of Cherrapunji, which is considered the rainiest settlement in the world. It's raining here literally every day. On average, it's about 12 000 mm of rainfall per year. About 10 000 people …
232 km - Root Bridges
Bridges constructed from living tree roots aren’t rare in India. These bridges weren’t built; they literally grew up of strong roots of the rubber tree. To start growing bridge, it’s enough to throw a wire frame across the river and monitor mighty tree roots …
From the series 'The Most Dangerous Bridges in the World'
Bridges constructed from living tree roots aren’t rare in India. These bridges weren’t built; they literally grew up of strong roots of the rubber tree. To start growing bridge, it’s enough to throw a wire frame across the river and monitor mighty tree roots …
293 km - Rajmahal Traps
Rajmahal Traps are located in India. They are also of great interest to both researchers and ordinary travelers today. They are found in Eastern India. The area of the magma plateau is about 4,100 square kilometers. A large-scale lava eruption occurred in this area of …
From the series 'Volcanoes that changed the face of the Earth'
Rajmahal Traps are located in India. They are also of great interest to both researchers and ordinary travelers today. They are found in Eastern India. The area of the magma plateau is about 4,100 square kilometers. A large-scale lava eruption occurred in this area of …
325 km - Ganges
Ganges River is one of the best places for rafting in Asia. It is the largest and most teeming river in India. The starting point of the most popular rafting route is Devaprayag City, along with two rushing rivers - Alaknanda and Bhagirati feeding the Ganges River. …
From the series 'The Most Dangerous River Rapids for Rafting'
Ganges River is one of the best places for rafting in Asia. It is the largest and most teeming river in India. The starting point of the most popular rafting route is Devaprayag City, along with two rushing rivers - Alaknanda and Bhagirati feeding the Ganges River. …
Top destination around Bangladesh - Dhaka
Tourists should also visit one more important landmark of Dhaka that simply cannot leave them indifferent. This is a truly marvelous building that never ceases to amaze guests of the city. It is called the Star Mosque. Why does the mosque have this unusual name? You will find the answer to this question once you enter the complex. All inner and outer walls of the building are covered with drawings of stars of different shades and styles. Initially, the mosque had a rectangular shape and three arched entrances. Further restorations added towers on the sides of the building. Three large cupolas form the top of the mosque, with the central one being the biggest.
In the 30s of the 20th century, a decorative mosaic made from the finest Chinese porcelain was discovered in the mosque. The examination of the mosaic revealed a crescent and stars. Because of numerous renovations, the precious mosaic was hidden in the hall for prayers under numerous layers of paint and plaster. Nowadays, the gorgeous mosaic beautifully adorns the main façade of the building.
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In the 30s of the 20th century, a decorative mosaic made from the finest Chinese porcelain was discovered in the mosque. The examination of the mosaic revealed a crescent and stars. Because of numerous renovations, the precious mosaic was hidden in the hall for prayers under numerous layers of paint and plaster. Nowadays, the gorgeous mosaic beautifully adorns the main façade of the building.
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