Bangladesh Culture and heritage

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Bangladesh Culture and Heritage (Point-wise)

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 1. Language and Literature

• Bengali (Bangla) is the official language.
• Rich literary tradition with poets like Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam.
• February 21st is celebrated as International Mother Language Day.

 2. Festivals and Celebrations

•  Pohela Boishakh (Bengali New Year) – Celebrated on April 14th.
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• Eid-ul-Fitr & Eid-ul-Adha – Major Islamic festivals.
• Durga Puja – The biggest Hindu festival in Bangladesh.
• Nabanna – Harvest festival.

3. Traditional Clothing

• Men: Panjabi, lungi, sherwani (for formal occasions).
• Women: Saree (e.g., Jamdani, Muslin), salwar kameez.

4. Music and Dance

• Baul music – Mystical folk songs.
• Nazrul Geeti & Rabindra Sangeet – Songs by Kazi Nazrul Islam and Rabindranath Tagore.
• Traditional dances include Jari, Sari, Bhatiali, and Manipuri dance.

5. Art and Craft

• Jamdani sarees – A UNESCO-recognized heritage.
• Nakshi Kantha – Traditional hand-stitched quilts.
• Rickshaw art – Colorful and vibrant artwork on cycle rickshaws.

6. Architecture and Historical Sites

• Lalbagh Fort – Mughal-era fort in Dhaka.
• Sixty Dome Mosque (Shat Gombuj Masjid) – UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Mahasthangarh – Ancient archaeological site.
• Paharpur Buddhist Vihara – Another UNESCO Heritage Site.

7. Cuisine and Traditional Foods

• Rice and Fish – Staple diet (Hilsa fish is the national fish).
• Panta Bhat – Fermented rice with mustard and onion.
• Rasgulla, Sandesh, and Mishti Doi – Popular sweets.

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8. Sports and Traditional Games

• Cricket is the most popular sport.
• Kabaddi is the national game of Bangladesh.
• Traditional games include Ha-du-du, Dariabandha, and Gollachut. [ local game]

9. Religious and Ethnic Diversity

• Majority are Muslims, followed by Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians.
• Indigenous communities like Chakma, Marma, Garo, and Santal have unique traditions.

10. Media and Cinema

• Dhallywood (Bangladeshi film industry) is a major entertainment source.
• Popular newspapers include Prothom Alo, Daily Star, and Ittefaq.

Bangladesh's culture and heritage are deeply rooted in history, tradition, and diversity, making it a unique and vibrant country. Let me know if you need more details on any point!