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Situated in Southern Asia is Bangladesh, a country which borders with India and Burma, and has a coast on the Bay of Bengal. This is quite a small country yet it has the 7th largest population in the world (at around 150.5 million people), making it one of the world’s most densely populated countries. The official language is Bengali and the currency is the Taka. Bangladesh is a very poor country and so some travelers may find facilities are lacking. However, the people are very friendly and have a positive outlook on life, welcoming visitors with open arms! Dhaka is the capital and largest city. Nicknamed the City of Mosques, the most visited attractions here are the many attractive mosques, especially the Star Mosque and the Seven Domed Mosque. Other popular attractions include the historic Lalbagh Fort and numerous museums. Nearby is the Bhawal National Park, while in the south on the coast is the Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with scenic mangrove jungles and the Royal Bengal Tiger. A popular beach resort with the locals is Cox’s Bazar, while Inani Beach is the world’s longest and widest beach! Bangladesh has a tropical monsoon climate so tourists should avoid this location in monsoon season, between June and September.