WildlifeBangladesh has several national parks with abundant wildlife (including the rare Royal Bengal tiger) and many species of exotic birds. Tours (usually for groups of 10 or more people) are organized by the Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation (see
General Info section). For further details, see the
Where to Go section.
WatersportsLocated in the Rangamati Hill District,
Kapati Lake offers good opportunities for sailing, swimming and fishing. A range of watersports is also available on the coast, particularly at
Cox’s Bazar (see
Where to Go for details). Boating
enthusiasts may head to
Sunderbands National Park, large parts of which are only accessible by rowing boat.
Spectator sportsCricket, hockey and football are among the most popular national sports. The Dhaka Metropolitan Soccer League season begins in April. Games are held in the city stadium and playgrounds. Floodlit badminton courts can be found almost everywhere and visitors are welcome to join the locals at one of their favorite games.
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