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crossing the river... - Bangladesh
crossing the river...
by janchan
Tips for getting around Bangladesh posted by real travelers and Bangladesh locals.
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  • thelittlevoice
  • By thelittlevoice on December 22, 2003
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  • I flew with Biman Bangladesh Airlines this time...well I'm not gonna lie to you, it sucked. I wanted to take my beloved Thai Airways but it was full. The flight from Bangkok to Dhaka takes around 2 hours but it stopped in Yangon for one hour and that was torturing. I was sitting in the middle of 2 Bangla guys and I think they decided it was a good idea not to take a shower for the past few days! During the stop, lots of people were going to the toilet and I think it must have smelt stink to the whole plane. The leg space is also very little. I'm not tall(167cm) but still it was very uncomfortable. The only good thing is probably the cost, it was around 200 bucks. But seriously I'd recommend you all to pay some more bucks and get on Thai Airways instead! I think it's around 300 bucks for returned tickets.

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    Rickshaws
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  • thelittlevoice
  • By thelittlevoice on December 30, 2003
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  • Bangladesh Transportation
    by thelittlevoice
    This is a cheap way to get around for a short distance. You should be able to get to where you want(not too far) for less than 10 Teka but the one that I went with was really nice. He could speak a bit of English and he tried to explain me what each area is all about so I gave him 100 Teka. I guess that kinda made his day :)

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    Moscow international
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  • Maline
  • By Maline on June 12, 2003
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  • Its a treat!! - Bangladesh
    Its a treat!!
    by Maline
    A transportation tip bordering on a warning tip:
    Going to Bangladesh from Europe often includes changing flights in Moscow. This includes waiting at Moscow international (12 hours is not uncommon).
    So far the ugliest airport I have encountered. Bring books because there is nothing to do here exept have that meal that is included in you ticket...
    ...not a delicious experience!
    At least we only waited 10 hours, not 14 like the family on the floor next to us, with two VERY bored kids...!!!

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    Riksja's, trains and buses and The Rocket
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  • Bonobo2005
  • Updated By Bonobo2005 on June 2, 2003
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  • River transport is very important! - Bangladesh
    River transport is very
    important!
    by Bonobo2005
    In Sudder Street Calcutta I bought a combi-ticket to Dhaka for 500 rupia (about $12) by luxury airco bus.

    Taxi's and autoriksja's are quite rare outside the businessareas. Instead, use bicycle riksja's for short distances (very cheap, so don't bargain too hard, since you're supporting poor families) and buses.

    The express trains I used were very convenient. Reclining seats and tea even available in 2nd class. Local trains are much more lively and likely more cultural experience, but slow and often dirty.

    The paddle steamer Rocket is relaxed and superb experience to cover big distances over water. The difference 2nd class & 1st class is huge. So try to make 1st class reservation in advance. It's really worth it!

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    Getting to India at Agartala border
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  • Saagar
  • Updated By Saagar on June 8, 2004
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  • India on the ridge top... - Bangladesh
    India on the ridge top...
    by Saagar
    It seems very tempting to cross into Tripura and the other eastern areas of India across the Agartala border crossing point.
    For locals this crossing can be undertaken, but for most tourists with other nationalities it is apparently not possible. What a pity, because this must be some of the most interesting points in India. When the Indian border is thus closed, it generally indicates unrest, riots, violence and guerilla activities. Good guess in this case, I believe.
    When you travel by rail you travel right along the border between Akhaura and Comilla, the check post facilities and border markings and Indian guard posts are clearly visible. So near yet so distant!

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    Tempos
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  • janchan
  • Updated By janchan on September 15, 2003
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  • Cathy packed in a 'tempo'.. :) - Bangladesh
    Cathy packed in a
    'tempo'.. :)
    by janchan
    It is faster than rickshaws, but noisy and smokey and a bit more expensive... so take it only if you are in hurry or if you are carrying many luggages.

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    Other boats
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  • janchan
  • By janchan on April 2, 2003
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  • Boat crossing a river - Bangladesh
    Boat crossing a river
    by janchan
    Especially during monsoon season (from the end of April til October), for many people of the countryside, the boat is the only transport you can use to go around...

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    Ferries
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  • By janchan on February 3, 2003
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  • crossing the river... - Bangladesh
    crossing the river...
    by janchan
    The common way to cross the rivers in Bangladesh is by ferry. They are usually overcrowded, and a little risky sometimes, especially in rainy season, when accidents occur regularly...

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    I got a special boat ' Rocket...
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  • Kartann
  • Updated By Kartann on September 8, 2002
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  • Bangladesh Transportation
    by Kartann
    I got a special boat ' Rocket boat' from Dakha to Kulluna. Rirst class is cozy but comfortable, you have to get reservation at least afew days before.

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    Babytaxis, or as they are...
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  • Maline
  • By Maline on August 25, 2002
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  • Bangladesh Transportation
    by Maline
    Babytaxis, or as they are called in India, auto-rickshas, are fast and cute. Problem - the fumes they exhaust!

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