In-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Jan - Feb 2014 Vol 1 Issue 3

3D Street Art

Luring one and all

Elegant Rome

A tryst with history

Coxs
Bazar
More than a beautiful beach

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The
Year
2014
Ushers
In New
Horizons
for Biman
Kevin John Steele
CEO & Managing Director
Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Dear Valued Customer,

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Welcome to the 3rd edition of Bihanga. There is a lot happening

at Biman, so Im happy to present the highlights.
Firstly, we are gearing up for the sad farewell to our DC10s,
which have served Biman for over 30 years. With the arrival of
our new B777-300ERs, we will be donating one aircraft to the
famous Museum of Flight in Seattle.This will fly to Birmingham
(UK), probably in February, and then do a series of scenic
flights over Birmingham. You can join one of the flights.
Please check our website for details. The next day we will ferry
(without passengers) the last passenger DC10 flight in the
world to Seattle. To commemorate the event, a large number
of DC10 and F28 memorabilia will be on sale at Birmingham
Airport and with the UK post office, to have a commemorative
postage stamp on a last day cover.
Secondly, the arrival of the 2 brand new B777-300ERs, plus 2
leased B777-200ERs, will allow Biman to spread its wings; we
launch flights to New York, Birmingham, Frankfurt, Guangzhou
and Kunming. Many more new routes will follow.
Thirdly, we are launching an enhanced onboard product in
Business Class featuring elaborate catering, new overnight kits,
duty free and more personalized crew routines. Our economy
customers, can look forward to a new menu selection and
complimentary childrens toys.
We are delighted at the customer response for Biman Loyalty
Club. We already have thousands of members who earn
fantastic benefits such as free flights and upgrades. Please ask
your cabin crew for a free application and join up now! Were
committed to becoming an even more customer focussed,
World Class Airline. I welcome your feedback in the comment
forms provided by your cabin crew. Have a great flight!

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Biman Bangladesh Airlines January-February 2014

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Bihanga means
a bird in Bangla, and is often used in literary
writings. As Biman Bangladesh Airlines is being
reborn, reinvented, and soaring to new heights, we
felt this was the most symbolic name for Bimans
new inflight magazine, and so will our customers.

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The sun, sand and fun in Coxs Bazar

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Romes elegant architecture and

fascinating history

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UNICEF Bangladesh for children

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Yangon on the map of Biman

After six years, Biman Bangladesh Airlines resumed its weekly
flights to Yangon starting from December 9, 2013. H. E. U
Myint Swe, Chief Minister of the Yangon Regional Government
and Air Marshal (Retd.) Jamal Uddin Ahmed, Chairman of
Biman Bangladesh Airlines jointly inaugurated the opening
ceremony of Biman flight BG060 at the Yangon International
Airport. The Bangladesh Ambassador to Myanmar, ministers of
Yangon regional government, Director General of Civil Aviation
of Myanmar, high officials of Yangon Airport and Myanmar
Airways International also graced the occasion.
With this resumption, two flights a week to and from Yangon
on every Thursday and Monday will be flown. BG flight 060
will depart Dhaka at 16:15 hrs. to reach Yangon at 18:30 hours
local time. Similarly, BG flight 061 will leave Yangon at 19:30
hrs. to arrive Dhaka at 20:45 hours local time. Biman introduced
flights to Myanmar in 1976 and continued the service for three
decades till 2006. Earlier, it was a twice-a-week flight too.

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Farewell to DC10
It has been a great journey. One of the Bimans DC10s, which have served well over many years,
is being donated to one aircraft to an Aviation Museum in the USA. There has been a lot of
interest lately from press, aviation enthusiasts and the general public, on what will be happening
with Bimans last DC10s, which will be phased out. One of those DC10s will came to the end of
its economic life on November 10, 2013. The last DC10 continued normal flying until December
2013. Now, this will initially fly to Birmingham in the UK, probably in February, then do a series of
one hour scenic tours at Birmingham, for the aviation enthusiasts, before its final flight (of any
passenger DC10 in the world) to the USA. The event will be commemorated by having a large
number of DC10 and F28 memorabilia on sale at Birmingham Airport and Biman is working with
the UK post office for a commemorative postage stamp on a last day cover.

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New aircraft
You will be happy to hear that your Biman is going new
places. With several Boeing 777 aircraft, it is looking to
spread its wings further across the globe. Biman has filed for
flights to New York, Birmingham UK, Frankfurt, Guangzhou
and Kunming. Many more exciting new routes are being
planned for later part of 2014. It is expected that the fleet
size will be doubled within the next two years.

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In-flight entertainment package

Biman is currently reviewing its in-flight entertainment

(IFE) package on all its aircraft. Offering a whole lot of
choices with more frequent updates, the various types
of IFE programmes will showcase Bimans new face of
improved quality and service. Some of the aircrafts do need hardware
upgrades to achieve this and therefore, changes may take a little
longer in such cases. But the loyal fliers with Biman are going to see
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New catering contracts

Biman Flight Catering Centre (BFCC) has recently been
spreading its wings. It has recently signed catering
contracts with Malaysian Airlines, Regent Airways and the
UN, with many more to follow

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Bimans very own poultry!

Did you know that Biman has its own poultry
complex? This is to ensure that chickens and
eggs supplied to Biman Flight Catering Centre
are as fresh and hygienic as possible for its
valued customers.

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Interline and code-share

agreements

To supplement the network, Biman is currently in

negotiations with a number of other airlines on both
interline and code-share agreements. The latest is
the interline agreement was with Bangkok Airways.
This new relationship, will allow customers, travel
agents, tour operators, etc., for the first time to book connecting
flights from Bangladesh to all destinations connected with
Bangkok Airways, especially Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos.

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Biman Bangladesh Airlines is pleased to

announce introduction of new range of unisex
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travellers along with shaving kit for men
and separate relax kit for economy class
travellers. Further, introduction of kids pack (colouring/
puzzle books along with colour pencils) and toys are on
cards. The new amenity kit/Kids packs will be launched
progressively from January 2014.

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Biman has designed all menus to reflect the fresh, innovative cuisine of Bangladeshi
culture with Western flare. Enjoy the comfort and service on-board your next flight.
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Breakfast Menu
A range of fresh fruit juice offered in addition
to sodas, cheese omelette, sauted mushroom,
croissant, fresh roll, butter, jam, tea and coffee.
Lunch Menu
Garden salad with freshly picked seasonal
vegetables.
Main Course
Chicken curry served with most unique
fragrant rice from the nations own harvest,
assorted seasonal vegetable sauteed, garnished
with lemon and green chilli.
Dessert
Rice pudding flavoured with rose water and
garnished with fresh scrambled nuts.
Dinner Menu
Salad
Fruit salad with freshly picked seasonal fruit.
Main Course
Lamb curry served with fine grain rice cooked
with moong dal, assorted seasonal vegetable
sauteed, garnished with green chilli, butter-naan
(in tandoor).
Dessert
Caramel custard garnished with canned peach.
* Complementary beverage is served with all
meals, and is available anytime on request.

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English-Bangladesh Chef Tommy Miah these changes will upgrade and improve the meal standards in both Economy and
Business Class. We're especially excited about our long-haul Business Class where we are launching a full 4 course menu
that includes new starters, 4 choices of main course and a new cheese tray as well as a dessert trolley.
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unaccompanied minor. It provides cargo services worldwide, besides offering Ground Handling facilities to all the airports in
Bangladesh. For duty free products, check the brochure available on the flight.
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Travel Info

Happenings
Some interesting facets to charm
your travel experience
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Grand Sultan Tea Resort

and Golf
A Grand Sultan Tea Resort and Golf is the first ever
five-star resort in Bangladesh that has an amazing
expanse of 13.6 acre with the backdrop of scenic tea
estates and undisturbed wilderness of Srimangal.
The resort, opened December last year, is a nine
storied building spread over an area of 2,00,000
sq. ft space that offers 145 rooms. An attractive
9-hole Golf course, Lawn Tennis and Badminton
are attractive propositions for sports enthusiasts. In
addition, it offers billiard and table tennis for those
who love indoor games. There is a special kids zone
at the resort for the children. The first-ever
3-D theatre in the country here can accommodate
44 people to enjoy cinema. The resort has three
5-star standard restaurants named Fowara Dine,
Shahee Dine and Arannya Bilash. The list also
includes three cafes named Golf Paharika, Pool Deck
and Cafe Mangal.

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Teeing off in Abu Dhabi

From January 16-19, 2014, Abu Dhabi Golf Club will host the
ninth Championship of Golf that will have Welshman Jamie
Donaldson face three of the worlds top 11 players - McIlroy,
Rose and Donald - and the European Tours hottest young
talent - Golf in Abu Dhabi Ambassador Manassero - when he
defends the Falcon Trophy.
Gourmet extravaganza - The lifestyle gastronomic
extravaganza 2014 Gourmet Abu Dhabi - will feature a
star-studded cast of Michelin-star chefs and special guests,
master classes, industry insights from hospitality experts and
gourmet dinners hosted by a range of the UAE capitals top
hotels. (Duration: February 4-19, 2014)

Asias largest pay-in

lounge
The flagship lounge of the Plaza
Premium Lounge (PPL) at the Hong
Kong International Airport is claimed
to be the largest pay-in lounge in Asia
with an area of 15,000 sq ft
The lounge caters to single travellers,
couples and large parties. It has a
variety of seating configurations
having a sleek, sophisticated design.
Guests can choose to take a seat at
one of the booths, share a communal
table or appreciate the panoramic
view of the runway from one of the
bar stools. In the exclusive bar area,
The Hub, together with the wine
dispensers, hot and cold tapas will be
served daily, this includes croquettes,
daily soups, mezza platters, etc.

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Mandarin Oriental's
Peranakan Heritage
Trail room package
is available till April
30, 2014. Included
in the package is a
visit to Peranakan
Museum, having the
worlds finest and
most comprehensive
collection of
Peranakan artefacts.

Explore Peranakan
If you desire to discover the vibrant art, culture
and heritage of the Peranakan community, one
of Singapores most unique ethnic populations,
best is to stay with Mandarin Oriental and
experience it. Singapores newly launched
Peranakan Heritage Trail room package by
the hotel is available till April 30, 2014 for a
colourful exploration half-day tour, making for
a refreshing and enriching experience.
Included in the package is a visit to
Singapores Peranakan Museum, which
explores the lifestyle of Asias Peranakan
community, having the worlds finest and
most comprehensive collection of Peranakan
artefacts, such as conventional costumes,
jewellery, porcelain, furniture and craftwork.
A walk through the Spice Garden is a must
which showcases spices that play a large part
in the Nyonya cuisine, or wander through
baroque architecture along the streets of
Katong and Joo Chiat, showcasing rows of
multi-coloured shophouses, dating back to
the 1920s and 1930s. Another fascinating
stop is Rumah Bebe, a traditional shophouse
which focuses on the captivating display of
Peranakan outfits, embroidery, beadwork and
batik-textiles.

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Dhaka Art Summit

The 2nd edition of Dhaka Art Summit (DAS) will be
held during February 7-9, 2014 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
An initiative for South Asian art, it brings together
artists, curators, museums, galleries and visitors from
across Bangladesh and the world. Around 250 artists
from South Asian countries will participate bringing
thought-provoking projects, curated exhibitions and
a series of talks with influential speakers.
It will feature 5 exhibitions by local and international
curators, 14 solo art projects, a city-wide public art
project by Raqs Media Collective, screenings of
experimental films, performances and presentations
by local and international galleries in 32 locations.

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Top Left:
Raqs Media Collective
Title: Meanwhile
Elsewhere from the
series Untimely /
Oshomoyik (in Bangla)
Medium: print on
vinyl; Year: 2014
Top Right:
Shahzia Sikander
Parallax (Painting);
Year: 2013

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Al Marmoum
2013/2014 racing
season that starts
at the Al Marmoum
Camel Racetrack,
Dubai Al Ain Road
and can be witnessed
during January and
February, 2014 in a
series of races.

Al Marmoum Camel Racing

They are fast and furious when they are on the sands. Don't
miss out on the fast-paced sport as camels race off to the finish
line during the Al Marmoum 2013/2014 racing season that
starts at the Al Marmoum Camel Racetrack, Dubai Al Ain Road
and can be witnessed during January and February, 2014 in a
series of races. This racing season aims to maintain and build
upon the local and traditional sport of camel racing. Through
a series of races, Al Marmoum 2013/2014 hopes to instill is a
desire in the hearts of citizens of the UAE to long for traditional
customs and practices that are no longer a prominent part of
their lives.
Race timings: 07:00 - 09:00 Hrs, 14:30 - 16:30 Hrs
Contact: +971 55 676 0006; www.dubaicalendar.ae

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hvMvhvM: +971 55 676 0006; www.dubaicalendar.ae

Amari Hotel to open in Bangladesh

Located in the business district of Gulshan, Amari Dhaka
is scheduled to open in early 2014. The property will
feature 134 guest rooms and suites, three restaurants
and bars, including a destination rooftop bar, a function
hall suitable for weddings and meeting rooms. A Breeze
Spa, gym and rooftop swimming pool will also add to the
comfort of business travellers. It will be just 5 km from Dhaka
International Airport.

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it has to be Coxs Bazar

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Some 15 km east
to Coxs Bazar,
the much ancient
township of Ramu
still bears the
remnants of ancient
Rakhine Buddhist
civilisation in
Bangladesh with
the centuriesold Buddhist
monasteries.

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At the beach one can enjoy activities from horse

riding, scooter driving to rowing, water surfing
and more luring one to bathe which sounds
adventurous. Ornaments and home decors made
of different kinds of oyster, snail and pearl are
sold at a very cheap prices in the beach and
seaside stores. Check the restaurants for good
food with distinctiveness of sea fishes. They
taste different with every variation, be they
natural or dry fishes that are being the first and
foremost two.

Rich heritage
Visiting the local markets can be an
overwhelming experience, especially for first
timers. Attended by mostly the Rakhine woman,
the shops showcase Burmese clothing, food
items, artefacts of Rakhine culture and heritage.
This part of the town loudly announces what it
once was that is Rakhine Buddhist civilisation.
Coxs Bazar was named after Captain Hiram Cox,

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other nature has been extragenerous while decorating the

matchless 125 km stretch of
natural beach with moderate
slope all along as Coxs Bazar
remains the worlds longest, unbroken sandy
beach. It remains flooded with visitors generally
in more than 2 km stretch from Kalatali to Laboni
point, the main attraction of the town. Being a
long shore, it brings high waves and vehemently
breaks into music of sounds at the shore.

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Image: Mermaid Beach Resort, Coxs Bazar

who served as superintendent during the last years of

the 18th century, impacting the rehabilitating of victims
of the century-old conflict between Arakan refugees
and local Rakhines. Some 15 km east, the much ancient
township of Ramu still bears the remnants of ancient
Rakhine Buddhist civilisation here in Bangladesh. Be sure
to find the last of the centuries-old Buddhist monasteries,
temples and pagodas ensemble of towns finest,
traditional architecture.
Aggmeda Kyang or the monastery near the entrance to
the town is also made in Burmese design and carries
the reminiscence of the Rakhine civilisation. All the
monasteries here are a kind of repository of a large
number of Buddha idols made of gold, brass, wood,
touchstone and other precious metals and stones along
with hundreds of old manuscripts religious or otherwise.

In & around
Stepping outside the main beach and town, you could
explore a great bunch of attractions.

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essence
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of Coxs Bazar
is located some
155 km south of
the commercial
capital
Chittagong and
is connected
with it by road
and air

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destination

Marine Drive - Rare happy co-existence of hills and

sea made the Marine Drive from Kalatali to Teknaf
a spectacle. Nearly 5 km into the Marine Drive,
Himchhari is the most attractive and popular place of
all, with a waterfall in the hill close to the shore. To say
Heavenly may be a lesser description of the wide view
of the Bay of Bengal atop Himchhari hill of about 500 ft.
Inani - Another 25 km to the south, along the marine
drive, lies the beach of Inani, with the sea to the west in
the backdrop of high hills in the background. Hundreds
of crabs dance as a group like an animated red carpet.
Teknaf - Some 120 km later, Teknaf - southernmost

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beaches offer diverse characters

for people to explore them during
the day and night
township in the mainland Bangladesh,
welcomes you. It is separated from Myanmar by
the river Naaf. By road, however, its only 85 km
(2.5 hour journey from Coxs Bazar). Teknaf has
wide and long sandy beachs in the backdrop
of steep hills with green forests. The ride along
the crystal clear waters of Naaf is an enchanting
experience.
St. Martins Island - Check out the this solitary
coral island inside the immense blue, crystal
clear water of the Bay of Bengal just 9 km south
of the tip of Teknaf. A number of shipping liners
operate daily trips to the island besides regular
fishing boats.
The 8 sq. km small area of the island reduces
to just 5 sq. km during high tide. Just a day is
needed to walk throughto discover beaches,
coconut groves, coral stones, sea crabs,
turtle shells, oyster, snail, pearls, etc. The
southernmost part of the island gets cut off from
the body during high tide, which is why it is
called Chera Dwip (meaning torn off island).
Having all these diverse interests in a small
territory is no doubt extraordinarily jaw dropping
for its visitors.
If you are a serious traveller, only a week, let
alone a weekend, is not just good enough to
explore this beautiful place that will charm
you completely.

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Quick
Takes
An
everlasting
appeal
The resort
town is located
some 155 km
south of the
commercial
capital
Chittagong and
is connected
with the latter
by road and air.
Lamarpara
Buddha Bihar,
Kyangpara
Buddha Bihar,
Sreekul Bihar
and Laoye
Jadi are some
unexplored
parts of Coxs
Bazar.

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TRAVEL

A tryst with

history

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Rome has it all... from its elegant architecture to the fascinating history enthralling
travellers for decades
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Image: Kajal Bhattacharya

St. Peters Basilica is the worlds

largest church and centre of
Christianity. It is from here the Pope
gives his blessings, either from the
central facade of the church or from a
window of the Vatican Palace.

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Image: Kajal Bhattacharya

TRAVEL

The Colosseum, also known

as the Favian Amphitheatre, is
elliptically shaped structure that was
built in 80 AD. It is the worlds largest
amphitheatre and battleground
of the gladiators.

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The Spanish Steps, built in 1717, connects

the Piazza di Spagna (base) and Piazza Trinita dei
Monti, dominated by the Trinita dei Monti church
(top). A scene of 1953 film Roman Holiday, starring
Gregory Peck & Audrey Hepburn, was shot here.

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Image: Kajal Bhattacharya

Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi) was

designed by Nicola Salvi in 1732 and completed in
1762. It was inspired by Roman triumphal arches,
is the largest and most famous Baroque fountain
in Rome. The central figures of the fountain are
Neptune (God of the sea), flanked by two Tritons.

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TRAVEL

A collection of fascinating
figurines can be seen around Capitol
Square - Piazza del Campidoglio. This
place is a symbol, the centre of the
city and of its government since the
12th century. It was conceptualised by
Michelangelo in 1536.

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In the Roman Forum (Forum Romanum) you can

explore the Arch of Titus (Arco di Tito), the Temple of
Saturn, Temple of Vesta and the church of San Luca e
Martina, which are prime attractions here. All are linked
by the Sacra Via, the main road through the Forum.

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TRAVEL

Larger than

life
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Within its small geography, Singapore has

immense diversity to offer for travellers to enjoy

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By: A l a ka n a n d a B h a ttachar ya

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Jan - Feb 2014

he moment you land up in

Singapore, the expanse of Changi
International Airport enthralls you.
The clean and towering buildings
ensure that your head remains
leaned backward as long as you try to immerse
yourself into this city.
Singapore attracts a lot of travellers from across
the globe. Chee Pey Chang, Executive Director,
South Asia, Middle East and Africa of Singapore
Tourism Board says that Singapores easy
connectivity, wealth of exciting experiences
and safe environment has traditionally made
the city a perennial favourite with travellers.
It is also true that with the attractions and
round-the-clock shopping options, to romantic
bespoke experiences and eclectic hangout spots,
Singapore has all that offers a memorable
holiday experience.

Very futuristic
Singapore is fast, busy and futuristic. It is the
financial nerve centre of Asia Pacific region.
Everything appears larger than life. Just like the
Singapore Flyer. Visible from a distance, it is the
worlds largest giant observation wheel. Chang
says, It gives a 360 degree panoramic view of
Singapore, from the fast-changing Marina Bay
that is transforming by the minute, to the islands
of Malaysia and Indonesia. It is the best point
to see and feel the vibrancy of the city. Besides
enjoying the 30-minute ride on the 165-metre tall
Singapore Flyer, check out the exciting mix of
specialty and lifestyle concept shops at the threestory Retail Terminal.
On the other hand, the Marina Bay Street Circuit,
also known as the Singapore GP Street Circuit,
is a street circuit around Singapores Marina Bay
and is the venue for the Singapore Grand Prix.

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essence
Singapore is
fast, busy and
futuristic. It is the
financial nerve
centre of Asia
Pacific region.
Everything
appears larger
than life. More
importantly the
country is quite
a melting pot of
cultures and is an
apt place to visit
round the year.

outbound
TRAVEL

in Singapore, food choices range

from an array of international,
ethnic to Local cuisines
that suit every palate
Paradise for food lovers
With so much attraction, food is definitely a
stealer in Singapore. According to Chang, the
choices range from an array of international,
ethnic to Singapore cuisines that suit every
palate. He adds, Gastronomic treats from some
of the worlds best restaurants e.g., Restaurant
Andr, Iggys, and LAtelier de Jol Robuchon
will satiate the fine dining connoisseurs. More
choices for fine dining options are Supertree
Dining and Satay by the Bay.

Must explore
Though a lot is there to see in Singapore but
a quick scan through these places can give a
complete outlook of the city country.
Gardens by the Bay: Enjoy the Flower Dome
and Cloud Forest cooled conservatories, 18
Supertrees, changing floral displays in the
Check out the
worlds best
restaurants e.g.,
Restaurant Andr,
Iggys, and LAtelier
de Jol Robuchon.
Also, the fine dining
options of Supertree
Dining and Satay
by the Bay are quite
enticing.

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For families,
Singapore is a perfect
place offering the
Marine Life Park at
Resorts World Sentosa
(RWS) and Singapore
Zoo that attract
children and grown
ups alike.

Flower Dome, a specially choreographed light

and sound show at the Supertree Grove.
The Marine Life Park: At Resorts World Sentosa
(RWS), it is the worlds largest oceanarium. It
houses over 1,00,000 fishes in over 55 million
litres of water.
Universal Studios: It has a range of state-ofthe-art-rides such as Madagascar, Shrek 4-D
adventure, Revenge of the Mummy, Jurassic
Park Rapids Adventure, worlds first 3D battle
Transformers The Ride and the worlds tallest
dueling coaster ride Battlestar Galactica.
Singapore Zoo: Known as Mandai Zoo or
Singapore Zoological Gardens, here you can
find animals kept in landscaped and spacious
environment while separated from their curious
audience by wet or dry moats. It has over 3,000
animals from 316 species.
Merlion Park: It is located near Marina Bay
which was first designed as an emblem for the
Singapore Tourism Board (STB) in 1964. The lion
head with a fish body resting on a crest of waves
has become a signature of Singapore image.
Sands SkyPark: Crowning the three hotel towers
of Marina Bay Sands at 200 m in the sky, the
Sands SkyPark stretches longer than the Eiffel
Tower. It is large enough to park four and a half
A380 jumbo jets and is home to the worlds
largest public cantilever housing an observation
deck, lush gardens, exclusive restaurants, and a
150-metre infinity pool.

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Quick
Takes
Art Stage
Singapore
January 16-19,
2014

Marina Bay
Sands will
host Art Stage
Singapore, the
only international
art fair in the
country.
Focusses on
putting Asian,
especially
Southeast Asian,
contemporary
art on an
international
platform.
The 2014
edition will be
introducing
an exhibitor
committee
consisting some
most inspiring
gallerists from
the Asia Pacific
region.

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Travel

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Jan - Feb 2014

Along the

Remakri creek

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Remakri creek trekking experience leaves behind immortal
memories of this magical primitive land
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By: Muha mm a d I m ra n

he night was cold and moonless.

Except for the distant stars,
the sole light source was the
dwindling campfire beside me.
And the only sound I could hear
was the ever-enchanting music of water
flowing over the uneven rocky bed which
was coming from the shallow creek running
some 20 feet away from me. I was still sitting
outside, drinking my tea and gazing upon
the countless stars. I stood up and reluctantly
motioned myself towards my tent, realising the
truth in Henry D. Thoreaus words, We can
never have enough of nature.
Four of my friends and I were out on the
Remakri creek and trekking along its beauty
overwhelmed our senses. The trek was
organised by an online based outdoor club
called Travellers of Bangladesh.

Remakri creek
Remakri creek, situated deep in the hills of
south-eastern Bandarban district in South
Eastern Bangladesh, is a long hilly stream

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nvRviv Zvivi w`K GK` ZvwKq Pv cvb KiwQjvg|
Avwg `uvwoq Mjvg Ges AwbQv mI Zuveyi Dk
nuvUZ i Kijvg| gb cowQj nbwii wW _wiDi mB
DwUv, Avgiv KLbB cKwZK h_ cwigvY cvev bv|
Avwg I Avgvi Pvi ez wigvw Lvji Awfhvb ewiq
cowQjvg Avi `yMg Awfhvbi c` c` Gi m`h
Avgv`i Abyf~wZK ixwZgZv AvQb Ki iLwQj|
Avgv`i GB AwfhvbUv AvqvRb KiwQj Uvfjvm Ae
evsjv`k bvgi GKwU AbjvBb wfwK AvDUWvi Kve|

wigvw Lvj

evsjv`ki `wY-c~ei ev`ievb Rjvi `wY-c~ei

ceZivRi Mnxb AvQ wigvw| cvnvoi P~ov _K GB
RjmvZi Drcw| i nqQ cvkvcvwk `yUv DuPz Sibv
_K, bvg Ujves| AMwYZ cvnvoi euvK Dknxbfve
QzU hZ hZ GwU Zwi KiQ AmsL `wb`b Sibv I
QvU wKQz msKxY RjmvZ| mekl mgZj RwgZ Gm

essence
Remakri creek,
situated deep
in the hills of
south-eastern
Bandarban
district in
South Eastern
Bangladesh, is a
long hilly stream
whose journey
starts high above
the hills

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whose journey starts high above the hills from

its headwater, two tall springs, called Tlabong.
After meandering through countless hills
and creating some spectacular waterfalls and
small ravines, the creek ultimately ends up

the creek meanders

through countless
hills and create some
spectacular waterfalls
and small ravines
in the plains by draining itself into the Sangu
River, one of the most picturesque rivers of
Bangladesh. Being situated in a very remote
area, the entire creek was probably explored
by the local indigenous people living in the
nearby hills.

Uneven terrains
We camped in front
of the Tlabong Spring
on the first night. Two
little streams of water
fall from some 150
feet high to create a
deep pool from where
the creek starts. It
is really narrow and
full of big, almost car
sized, boulders at the
trailhead. Then the
creek gets wider and
sometimes deeper

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Our plan was rather simple. We packed

everything needed for surviving in the wild for a
week. We camped in front of the Tlabong Spring
on the first night. It was really narrow and full of
big, almost car sized, boulders at the trailhead.
The creek gets wider and sometimes deeper.
We hopped over football sized stones with
backpack weighing almost 15 kg and at places,
we were wading through knee deep water. The
creek had taken the form of a ravine, it was very

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Mnxb h, meZ vbxq cvnvoxivB GUv LuvR KiQ|

AmgZj f~ w g

Avgv`i cwiKbv wQj LyeB mvaviY| GK mvn Rj

euP _vKvi gZv hv hv jvM meB evM fi wbqwQjvg|
c_g ivZ Avgiv Ujves Sibvi cvk Kv Zwi Kwi|
ci ci `yUv `ok dzU DuPz Sibvi KviY hLvbUvq Lvji
i, wVK mLvbUvq GKUv eo Rjvkqi gZv Zwi nqQ|
UBji ii RvqMvUv mi Avi Mvwoi mgvb eo eo cv_i
fwZ| Gici LvjUv Aviv PIov Avi Mfxi nqQ| Ggb
wKQz RvqMv AvQ hLvbUvq cvq 15 KwR evM wbqI Avgiv
dzUej AvKwZi cv_ii Ici jvwdq cvi nqwQ| nuvUz
cvwbZI nuU GwMqwQ fxlY K| GK chvq LvjUv mi
DcZKvi gZv RjmvZ ic wbqQ| `ycvk Lvov cv_i
DV `qvj Zwi KiQ| LvjUvI Gw`K `vib Mfxi| Avi
ZvB G chvq GKUv fjv bv evwbq cvwo `Iqvi Kvbv
Dcvq iBj bv| vbxq`i evbvbv euvki fjv RvqMvgZvB
wQj, Avi IZ Pc KqKk dzU j^v msKxY DcZKvUv cvwo
w`Z nqwQj Avgv`i|

c K w Z Aby f e

Kbv gvQ Avi byWjm Lq cwZw`b fvi Avgv`i

Awfhvb i nZv, Avi kl nZv wbR`i ivbv Kiv GK

Everyday our trek

started early in
the morning after
breakfast with
noodles and dried
fish and ended
with a dinner
cooked by us

Images: Muhammad Imran & Fazlay Rabby

deep with sides abruptly rising upward creating

a steep wall of rock. So at these places there was
no other way to move ahead other than using a
raft. The rafts, crafted of bamboo by locals, would
already be there to navigate to the other side of
the ravine several hundred feet away.

Feeling the nature

Everyday our trek started early in the morning
after breakfast with noodles and dried fish and
ended with a sumptuous dinner cooked by
us. The scenery was nothing like one might
encounter in the big mountains. With green hills
all around and numerous springs and ample
spots to swim and dive, it felt like trekking in
paradise. Occasionally, we tried fishing with our
nets and hooks.
At the end of the trail, the surroundings were
changing rapidly. We saw wild cows, pigs and
wild deers. The thick forest was giving way to
cultivated land. The creek was getting wider and
at some places seemed more like a river. On the
last day, we came across two large and wonderful
waterfalls, among the largest ones in the
Bandarban hills. At around afternoon we reached
our destination, the mouth where the creek had
created the last waterfall called by its own name
Remakri, surrendering to Sangu river. Now the
cellular network coverage was available and we
could eat canned beverage and packed snacks.
We were back to our routine leaving behind a
soft adventure that was so relaxing to the soul.
I recalled the spectacular view and occasional
encounters with the local indigenous people who
lived in small scattered communities above the
hills. Their simple way of life was something that
we, the people from the modern and complicated
city life, could only be envious of.

RuvKvjv ivZi Lvevi w`q| Avkcvki `kcU Ggb h eo

cvnvojvZI KD GgbUv `LZ cve bv| Pvicvk meyR
cvnvoi QovQwo Avi AmsL Sibv, muvZvi KvUv Avi WvBf
`Iqvi RvqMvI AvQ Xi; me wgwjq gb ne hb ^M
Nyi eovwQ| gvS gvS Rvj Avi eiwk w`q gvQ aiviI
Pv KiwQ Avgiv|
Awfhvbi kli w`K Avkcvki `kcU `Z e`j hZ
jvMjv| eb Mi, k~Ki I eybv nwiY `LZ cqwQjvg|
Avevw` Rwgi Rb gk RvqMv Qo w`wQj Nb Rj|
LvjUv gk AviI PIov nwQj, Avi wKQz RvqMv Zv cyiv
b`xi gZvB gb nwQj| kl w`b Avgiv `yUv eo I PgrKvi
Sibvi mvgb Gm cuQvB| Gjv ev`iebi mePq eo
cvnvojvi GKwU| gavi wVK ciB Avgiv Avgv`i
j cuQ hvB, hLvbUvq LvjUv Zvi mekl Sibv Zwi
KiQ| SibvUv wbRi bvgB cwiwPZwigvw| Gici
SibvUv wgk MQ mvy b`xZ| Zvici, Avgiv mjdvbi
bUIqvK wdi cjvg Ges Kvb-Gi cvbxq I cvKU Kiv
bvv Lq wbjvg| cvYi Mnxb Avivg`vqK GK wkw_jZv
Qovbv gbivg GK ivgvKi AwfhvbK cQb dj
Avevi Avgiv wdi Gjvg Avgv`i Mreuvav Rxeb| gb gb
fvewQjvg cvnvoi Ici Qwoq _vKv mc`vq evm Kiv
jvKjvi m NU hvIqv wYKi AvjvcPvwiZv Avi Abb
mvaviY `kcUi K_v| Zv`i AwZ mvaviY Rxeb `L
Avgiv, hviv wKbv AvaywbK I RwUj GK ki Rxeb evm
KiwQ, Zviv Kej ClvKvZiB nZ cvwi|

Quick
Takes
Remakri
creek trek

Take an
overnight bus
from Dhaka to
Bandarban
Take a local
bus from
Bandarban to
Ruma Bazaar
Hire a guide
for the entire trip
and then a four
wheeler up to
Boga lake
Start trekking
from Boga lake
to reach Remakri
creek.

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culture
melange

Attractive rickshaw art

AvKlYxq wiKkvwP

Attractive rickshaws have emerged as an artistic statement in Bangladesh

evsjv`ki Pviwki RMZ wiKkvwP eZgvb GK iZc~Y vb `Lj Ki wbqQ
By: Sha kt i Nom a a n

g
ban
r
a
am

la

essence
Since 1950s,
painting colourful
rickshaws started
developing
massively in
Dhaka. Started by
non-established
artists, this now
holds importance
in countrys
heritage having
carved out its
niche space
in Bangladesh
culture

in Sutrapur of Dhaka,
a Bengali Zamindar
and a Marwari bought
six rickshaws from
Kolkata to Bring to
this city

ome 5,000 year ago, or may be

even before that, wheels came into
existence for the mankind. Though,
in terms of a transportation tool it
was only apparent by the end of
the 19th century. Rickshaw is basically referred
to the tricycle used as a transport vehicle.
Many say that the Japanese were the first to
start using rickshaw. In fact, rickshaw comes
from the Japanese word - Jin riki sha - which
means man-powered vehicle. It is believed that
the Japanese emperor Meiji (1852-1912) used
rickshaw to pay a visit across his capital city.
Though that was a hand-pulled rickshaw. At
the end of 19th century (somewhere around
1870), hand-pulled rickshaw came into existence
in Japan. Alongside its popularity, the first
generation cycle rickshaw gathered momentum
in Singapore and Japan. In Japan, it was called
Rintaku. From there till early 20th century
(between 1920-30), cycle rickshaws gained
prominence in various Asian countries.

The rising popularity

Initially, rickshaw emerged as a vehicle for upper
class in Bangladesh. Its birthplace in Japan also
showcased the upmarket status as the emperor
used to ride on it with an exclusivity. In Bengal,
the first rickshaw started plying in Kolkata in the
early 20th century i.e., during 1930s; though only
the man-powered rickshaws were introduced
here. During the same time, rickshaws were
seen in Mymensingh and Narayanganj of
Bangladesh and later on in Dhaka (around 1938).
It is believed that in Sutrapur of Dhaka, a Bengali
Zamindar and a Marwari bought six rickshaws
from Kolkata to start rickshaws journey
in Dhaka.

Rickshaw and the art

Starting from the scratch, a rickshaw goes
through the hands of six category of artisans
working on various parts like the hood, body,

uvP nvRvi eQi wKsev ZviI c~e cw_exZ

PvKvi Avwefve NU| g~jZ PvKv
Avwevii avivevwnKZvq hvbevnb wnme
wiKkvi De Dwbk kZKi kli w`K|
wiKkv nQ UvBmvBKj ev wZb PvKvi
evnb| Rvcvwbiv c_g wiKkvi cPjb NUvqGwU ej
cPvwiZ gZ| wiKkv kwUi g~j iqQ RvcvwbR k Jin
riki sha hvi evsjv A_ Kiv hvq gvbyl Uvbv hvb
(man-powered vehicle)| Rvcvbi mgvU gBwR
(18521912) ivRavbx cwi`kbi Rb wiKkv eenvi
KiZb ej Rvbv hvq| GwU wQj nvZ Uvbv wiKkv| Dwbk
kZKi kl nvZ Uvbv wiKkv cPwjZ nevi cvq mv_
mv_ wmvcyi Ges Rvcvb mvBKj wiKkvi c_g cRbi
`Lv cvIqv hvq| Rvcvb GwU vbxqfve cwiwPZ wQj
Rintaku - bvg| Dwbk kZKi kli w`K (1870)
Rvcvb nvZ Uvbv wiKkvi De NU| mLvb _K wek
kZKi c_gfvM (wek I wki `kK) Gwkqvi wewfb
`k GwU Qwoq co|

wiKkvi c P jb

c_g w`K AwfRvZ kYxi kLi evnb wnme wiKkvi

cPjb nq evsjv`k| Gi Rbf~wg ej LvZ RvcvbI
c_gvevq mgvUi eenvh evnb wnme cvIqv hvq
wiKkvK| Awef evsjvq c_g wiKkvi cPjb NU
KjKvZvq wek kZKi c_gfvM 1930 mvji w`K|
KvQvKvwQ mgq eZgvb evsjv`k, wiKkvi cPjb nq
c_g gqgbwmsn I bvivqYM Ges ci XvKvq (1938)|
ZrKvjxb c~e evsjv ev eZgvb evsjv`k wiKkvi AvMgb
NUwQj KjKvZv _K| XvKvi m~vcyi GjvKvi GKRb
evOvwj Rwg`vi Ges Iqvix Aji GKRb gvoIqvix

culture
melange

Even though
Rickshaw ART came
about as a result
of creating a
visual attraction
towards rickshaw,
the thought
of artists and
cultural heritage
brought about a
new dimension to
this art form

f`jvK QqLvbv wiKkv wKb XvKvq cPjb Kib ej Rvbv

hvq| Ze evsjv`k cPjb NU mvBKj wiKkvi, gvbyl
Uvbv wiKkv bq|

wiKkv Zwi I wiKkvwP

Starting from the
scratch, a rickshaw
goes through
the hands of six
category of artisans
working on various
parts like the hood,
body, bamboo,
painting, colouring
and fitting.

bamboo, painting, colouring and fitting. After

their effort what we see on roads is the rickshaw
that further requires a set of specific artists to
make it look visually attractive. The rickshaw
can be divided into two parts from working point
of view. The first part consists of rexine, plastic,
mirror, bell or used CDs and some other materials
(like tin is used for different types work) are used
to beautify and secondly, use of colours to make
rickshaw appearing as an art piece.
Therefore, to make this vehicle visually
appealing and attractive, rickshaw art came
into prominence. In Bangladesh, it started in the
middle of the 20th century. Since 1950s, this art
form of painting started developing massively.
It began in Dhaka with non-established artists
taking on this art form. But now, rickshaw art
has created its own niche. Even though it came
about as a result of creating a visual attraction
towards rickshaw, the thought of artists and
cultural heritage have brought about a new
dimension to this art form.

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GKwU wiKkv Zwi _K ivvq bvgv ch W wgw, ewW

wgw, evZv KvwiMi, cBUvi, is wgw, wdwUs wgw GB Qq
kYxi ckvRxexi nvZ Nyi Avm|
GB Qq kYxi KvwiMii nvZ Nyi h wiKkvwU ivvq PjvPj
Ki ZvK `wb`b Ki Zvjvi KvR Ki Aviv KqK
kYxi gvbyl| KiYKkji w`K _K wiKkvi A mvK
`yB fvM fvM Kiv hvq| Gi GKfvM iqQ iKwmb,
cvwK, Avqbv, Nv ev evwZj wmwW I Abvb DcKiY
wiKkv AjiY (wUb KU wewfb KviKvR Kivi D`vniYI
`Lv hvq) Ges Ab w`K iqQ iOi mvnvh wiKkvK
wPwZ Kivi welqwU|
evnb wnme wiKkvK wPvKlK I AvKlYxq Ki Zvjvi
Rb wiKkvwPi De wek kZKi gvSvgvwS mgq|
cvki `kK _K wiKkvwPi AjiY ev wiKkvwPi
evcK DbwZ NU Ges GB mgq _K Gi avivevwnK BwZnvm
Rvbv hvq| Gi i g~jZ AcvwZvwbK wkx`i nvZ ai
Ges XvKv kniK K` Ki|
evsjv`ki Pviwki RMZ wiKkvwP eZgvb GK
iZc~Y vb `Lj KiQ| evsjv`k wiKkvi cPjbi
ci ZvK wPvKlK I `wb`b Kivi Rb wiKkvwPi De
NUjI wkx`i wbR^ wPvfvebv Ges HwZn GB wkK
w`qQ Ab gvv|

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weaves
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Kantha and Jamdani

are considered the
finest embroidered
woven textiles
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m~wPKg I eybb GLbI

mePq PgrKvi RvqMv `Lj

Ki AvQ Kuv_v I Rvg`vwb

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Jan - Feb 2014

By: Ruby Ghuz navi

The Indian subcontinent

has a rich history of textiles.
Amongst this regions finest are
the embroidered and woven
textiles of Bangladesh, the most
representative and renowned being its Kantha
the enchanted wrap and Jamdani the chef
doeuvre of the Dacca loom. Yet, no two craft
forms could be more different.
Kanthas were exclusive to rural women across
Bangladesh, who recycled old saris and dhotis,
drew freehand from folk tales and nature and
then embroidered them to create beautiful
articles for family and guests. Jamdanis,
however, were woven from the finest
handspun yarn, by male weavers based along
the rivers of Dhaka and its environs. They
were designed in formal classical patterns,
mainly of Persian origin. These high value
products were made exclusively for the royal
courts and world trade.

fv

iZxq Dcgnv`k ewki

BwZnvm ek mg| Avi GB
Aji ga evsjv`ki m~wPKg
I eybbB mePq wbLuyZ| Avi Gi
gvS mePq ewk cwZwbwaZKvix
I LvZbvgv njv Gi Kuv_v, hvK ejv nq GKwU gvqvgq
Pv`i Ges Rvg`vwb, hvK ejv nq XvKvi ZuvZi
gvviwcm| ZeyI, G `yUv wkKgi aib Lye ewk
cv_K AvQ|

Kanthas were
exclusive to rural
women across Bangladesh,
who recycled old saris and
dhotis, drew
freehand from folk
tales and nature

Beautiful craftsmanship
While Kantha craftswomens art was secular,
moving from religious epics to the world
around her, the Jamdani weavers were,
and continue to be, faithful to the precept
of Islamic non-iconic art, generally using
geometric and floral designs.
The exceptional beauty of Dhaka muslin was
recorded in numerous historical documents,
like Kautilyas Arthashastra and Abul Fazls
Ain i Akbari. Many factors contributed to
the superiority of Dhaka muslin and its
derivative, Jamdani. Rare high quality cotton,
fine handspun yarn and the matchless skill of
the weaver created the gossamer woven air
muslin. To this was added the spectacular
loom figured designs of Jamdani.
The British tried, but failed to grow this
special cotton elsewhere in their colonies. To
this day, the Jamdani weavers are deemed
as one of the finest in South Asia, weaving a
textile unique to Bangladesh.
Earlier, Kanthas generally had white
backgrounds reinforced by the ingenious use

Kuv_v evbvq g~jZ evsjv`ki Mvgvji bvixiv| cyibv

kvwo wKsev jywK wimvBKj Ki ZvZ Lvwj nvZB
dzwUq Zvj cKwZ I jvKMuv_vi M| Gici mUv nq
hvq Zv`i cwievi wKsev AwZw_`i evwoi GKwU PgrKvi
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myZv w`q| XvKv I Gi Avkcvki b`x ZxieZx cyil
ZuvZxivB GUv Zwi Ki| mvaviY KvwmKvj webvm Gi
bKkv Kiv nq| h bKkvi g~jZ cvim _K GmQ|
Avi GB `vwg cYwU GKmgq Kej ivR cwievi I
ewnweki evwYRi RbB Zwi Kiv nZv|

Abe` wkY

Kuv_vi bKkvKvi bvix`i wkKg AbKUvB agwbic|

Gi bKkvq wewfb agxq gnvKve _K Avkcvki wekUvI
aiv co| Abw`K Rvg`vwbi bKkvKviiv eiveii gZv
memgqB Bmjvwg weg~Z wkKjv wbfi| wekl Ki mUv
RvwgwZK wKsev dzji bKkv nq _vK|
KwUji A_kv I Aveyj dRji AvBb-B-AvKewi
Mi gZv AviI AMwYZ HwZnvwmK bw_Z XvKvB
gmwjbi Abb m`hi K_v wjwce AvQ| XvKvB
gmwjb I Gi AbyKiY Zwi Rvg`vwbi Ggb DrKlZvi
cQb ekKwU KviY RwoZ| `yvc DPgvb mb
myZv, wbLuyZ nvZevbv myZv I ZuvZx`i AZzjbxq `ZvB
evwbqQ evZvm eybU LvZ GB gmwjb| Avi Gi m
Ryo `Iqv nqwQj AmvaviY dzj IVv wPi
Rvg`vwbi bKkv|

essence
Many factors
contributed to
the superiority
of Dhaka
muslin and
its derivative,
Jamdani. Rare
high quality
cotton, fine
handspun
yarn and the
matchless skill
of the weaver
ensured that
people take
notice of this fine
work.

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weaves
melange

of the simple running stitch to texture a ripple

effect, specially around the coloured motifs,
giving them a three-dimensional appearance.
These had a central pattern of a multi-petalled
lotus signifying the centre of the universe,
with the tree of life, paisley or floral motifs in
the four corners. The rest of the ground was
a free canvas to embroider colorful designs
and borders. Each Kantha was unique and
reflected the womens vivid imagination.
Kanthas generally referred to quilts, but
many more articles were made. The
smallest being the envelope-shaped
durjani or batua, for money or betel
leaf; a larger version was the gilaf
for the Quran or other holy
books.
Arshilata was for
toiletries, while other

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nqwQj wewUkiv| Avi GLb ch Rvg`vwbi ZuvZx`i mgM
`wY Gwkqvq miv wnme weePbv Kiv nq, hviv wKbv Ggb
GK e eyb hvQ hv Kej evsjv`kB Abb|
AvMKvi Kuv_vjv mvaviYZ mv`vi Ici bKkv Kiv nZv|
GZ mvavwma j^v m~wPKgi gvag ek `Zvi m
GKwU XD Ljvbv bKkv Zwi Kiv nZv| wekl Ki iwOb
Avjcbvi Pvicvk IB m~wPKg GKwU wgvwK Aven Zwi
KiZv| Gi wVK gvS _vKZv GKwU e cwewk cdzj|
hv wKbv gnvweki K`K BwZ KiZv Ges Pvi KvYvq
_vKv dzjj I Dj AuvKveuvKv bKkvjv BwZ KiZv
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iwOb bKkv I ebx Zwi Kiv nZv| cwZwU Kuv_vB Abb I
mB bvix`i Kbvi c~Yv cwZdjb NUvZv|
Kuv_v ejZ mvaviYZ Ggb wKQz evSvq hv Avivgi Rb
Avgiv wbR`i XK ivLZ eenvi Kwi| wK AviI AbK
AYylB wQj Gi AvIZvq| Lvgi gZv `LZ mePq QvU
Dcv`vbwU njv `yiRvwb ev eUzqv| UvKv wKsev cvb ivLvi
Rb eeZ nq IUv| Gi LvwbKUv eo msiY njv wMjvd,
cwe KviAvb ev Ab Kvbv M gyo ivLvi KvR IUv
eenvi Kiv nq|

Images: Ismini Samanldou, Shamsuzzaman & Ruby Ghuznavi

Quick
Takes
Dhaka Muslin
valuables were wrapped in a
bayton. Elaborately embroidered
ashon Kanthas were for puja or
seating honoured guests. Sujni,
an intricately designed coverlet
being the most spectacular.

Going international
Today, thousands of women
have broken the cycle of poverty,
earning a regular livelihood
through Kantha embroidery.
They are using a craft tradition,
passed through generations,
to create a superb range of
contemporary products like
saris, readywear, scarves, shawls
and a wide selection of home
textiles for the domestic and
international markets. Jamdanis
too have innovated from fabrics
and cummerbunds to saris,
accessories and lifestyle products
for a growing demand within the
country and abroad.

Craftswomen
are using
a Kantha
craft
tradition
passed
through
generations,
to create a
superb range
of saris,
readywear,
scarves,
shawls,
home
textiles, etc.

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The
exceptional
beauty of
Dhaka muslin
was recorded
in numerous
historical
documents,
like Kautilyas
Arthashastra and
Abul Fazls Ain i
Akbari
Today,
thousands of
women have
broken the
cycle of poverty,
earning a regular
livelihood
through Kantha
embroidery
Jamdanis too
have innovated
from fabrics and
cummerbunds to
saris, accessories
and lifestyle
products for
a growing
demand within
the country and
abroad.

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apps
iPhone
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iPhone is
constantly
enlarging
its base by
indulging its
customers with
smart apps,
especially in the
gaming zone
that people love
to get into.

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ow smart can you get? Well, the

question seems pointless when
you talk of new apps that one
can have on their iPhone. Now,
users can lay their hands on
some interesting apps that have been launched
of late to go with their phones. We list a few that
will keep you engage.

essence

It is time to get some new interesting

apps on your iPhone

It is a story focussed game allowing you to

choose your style of adventure activity. Seldom
seen such a story oriented game, this narrative
takes one through it and builds on the choices
one takes while carrying forward in the game.
The app is more about taking the Sorcery! story
forward in this version with Sorcery!2, which
showcases beautiful graphics and map with
hand drawn elements. Selecting the first choice
in the first game carries over to another one.
Youll also engage in combat and cast spells. You
can participate in a new gambling minigame as
you venture the city. Exploring the Cityport of
Traps in Sorcery!2 is going to delight you.

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Call of Duty: Ghosts

The app is designed to work as a
companion in multiplayer games.
Call of Duty: Ghosts is the one for
you that allows you to keep up with
your friends even when youre not
logged in through clan chat. It also
serves information about statistics
and other gaming elements such as
your crew details. Players can use it
to compare themselves against their
friends and customise their character.
Further, you can send messages,
manage loadouts and see scores.
As a clan leader, you can create and
manage a cross-platform clan to earn
in-game rewards.

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Now, iphone users can

lay their hands on some
interesting apps that have
been launched lately

ART POP
Artpop

This app shares its name with Lady Gagas

album of the same name. Hence, it is
enough attraction for those who are fan of
the international pop star. This app allows
fans to create art, interact with one another
and listen to the album if they have it stored
on their devices.
Downloading the tracks on to your device
on a virtual turntable enables you to play
the tracks in the background as you can
not only create to share animated gifts with
the Gaga fan community but also check out
what others have done with this app. Also
on the cards are live DJ sets and some kind
of video-related event for this app.

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International kite festivals are high

on creativity that would fascinate you
irrespective of your age

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The word festival is no longer

connoted with rituals and religious
sentiments only. The word has also
taken into its fold the fun element
that comes as a byproduct of the
so-called festivals and celebrations. Kite flying
that initially emerged as part of a leisure activity
for fun has taken a creative plunge with more
colours, fervour and fun moments. We list out
some festivals to look out for in 2014.

Intl. Kite Festival Ahmedabad

January 7-15, 2014
Gujarat, India
For the last 25 years, this annual international
kite festival is held by the Tourism Corporation
of Gujarat, India. On the occasion of Makar
Sankranti, the festival attracts a large number
of international kite flyers. Expert kite makers
and flyers bring their best collection here to
showcase their kite flying and fighting skills.

Color the Wind Kite Festival

February 15, 2014
Clear Lake, Iowa, United States
Larry A. Day and his wife Kay Day organise this
kite festival in Iowa that enters its 13th edition
this year. According to them, although kite
flying is generally thought of as a warm weather
sport, but there was an opportunity to use the

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essence
Kite flying
that initially
emerged as
part of a leisure
activity for fun
is has taken
a creative
plunge for
more colours,
fervour and fun
moments.

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frozen waters of Clear Lake as a mammoth

flying field. Larry Day says, Our goal is to put
smiles on peoples faces! Weve had kids from
age 2 to 92 flying kites with us. The event is
expected to see a participation of 7,000-8,000.

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Our town has approximately 8,000 people.

The festival is held around a lake of 3,600 acres
that is presently frozen and will be until April.
By February, temperatures get milder and
people engage in outdoor activities, he adds.
He brings in about 50 kite fliers from 8 states
surrounding Iowa. From teddy bears, flying fish,
alligators, horses in the air, some ranging in size
of over 100 feet long... all can be seen in the sky.

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Intl. Berck-sur-Mer Kite

Festival
Below left: A brand
new Peter Lynn kite
made in
New Zealand is blue
whale, purchased
by a guest kite
fliers and will be
displayed at 2014
Colour the Wind
Kite Festival.

April 12-21, 2014

Berck-sur-Mer, Nord-Pas-De-Calais, France
Way back in 1907, this beach saw Louis Bleriot
organising the first international competition
aroplages, the ancestor of yachting. Wind
related sport resulted in kite flying emerging
as an attractive festivity. Around half a million
spectators will gather across this April week for
this annual event.

vivid imaginative kites

paint the sky during the
kite festivals that are held
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From classic kites to kites with a pilot, kites

with strings and static kites, fighting machines
such as the Japanese Rokkaku and vast
inflatables measuring as much as 40 metre by
25. You can surely expect the unexpected.

Rijsbergse Kite Festival

August 16-17, 2014
Tiggeltsestraat, Rijsbergse,
The Netherlands
In its 6th annual edition, this festival will

introduce hundreds of kites in the air. It

organises several Rabo workshops for children.
Further, various forms of entertainment
activities are lined up viz., inflatables, childrens
face painting, sandpit, juggling and colouring.
On August 16, there is a night flying attraction.
Starting at 20:00 hrs., the lantern parade for the
children will begin. Last year, there were as
many as 150 children that participated whereby
the lanterns are provided by the organiser.

Borneo Intl. Kite Festival

October 12-23, 2014
Bintulu Old Airport, Sarawak, Malaysia
For kite lovers, this one should be in their must
visit list. Think of anything that can fly in the
sky and that would be present in this show. Be
it kites, balloons, lanterns, etc., Bintulu appears
totally different during the event. In this one of
the longest (time) flying event, and beautiful
too, participants and followers enjoy equally.

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Quick
Takes
Partying
around

Kite
festivals bring
communities
together to
celebrate the
colours, life and
fun element
involved with
kite festival.
It is ideal
to visit a kite
festival while
travelling
around the
world which will
allow the best
possible way to
understand how
a community
comes forth to
have fun.

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aptivating

illusions

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3D street art is all about imaginations and it instantly

connects with people
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till visual art has emerged

in myriad facets to attract
the attention of public.
But nothing has been as
overtly overwhelming
as 3D Street Art, which combines a
story with people who are observing
it. This art form connects people
instantly and along with photography,
it gives a newness altogether. One
of the popular artists-duo is Joe Hill
and Max Lowry, who have catapulted
this art into a new dimension. They
started this art form a decade back.
Hill informs, My friend Max Lowry
and I started experimenting with
anamorphic street art in the summer of
2004. We started small, chalking little
3D apples on the pavement outside
his house in Clapham, South London.
We then went on a tour of Spain,
where we were able to expand the
idea, creating 3D magnifying glasses,
subway stations and people emerging
from manholes. When we discovered
that people enjoyed interacting with
the work we moved from chalk to
paint so that you could jump about on
the pieces without rubbing it off and
ruining your clothes.

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Breaking world records

In the world of 3D street art, the duo has broken
two world records. In November 2011, they made
the longest and largest pieces of 3D street art.
Hill narrates, It was an incredibly challenging
experience. We were painting in wet and windy
conditions and only had a few days to complete the
work. Fortunately, our friends and family helped
us finish it in time for Guiness World Records day.
Little did we know, the day before we were due
to complete the work, a couple of Chinese artists
had broken the record - their piece was larger than

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We are lucky enough

to have travelled all
over the world creating
street art for a variety
of fantastic
clients - Joe Hill

essence
The 3D street art
has been able to
capture peoples
imaginations.
Anything can
be a part of this
art form and it
has stretched
the boundary of
art as being fun
apart from being
exclusive and
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we were intending to do. Fortunately, my sister

happened to see the article and we had a mad
scramble to make the picture even larger.

Exciting, yet challenging

They revel in the fact that people always find their
work exciting. For them, to see peoples reactions to
their work give them a high. Hill says, I like our work,
which is very inclusive and appeals to people of all
ages from different walks of life. It seems to be quite
universal, capturing the imaginations of people from all
over the world. It is always a pleasure to see peoples
faces lighting up as they see the illusions from the
correct angle.

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Anything that gets

anyone excited about
this art can only be a
good thing. Art neednt
be exclusive or elitist, it
can be fun too!

Joe & Max have

broken two Guinness
World Records for the
worlds largest and
longest anamorphic
painting, won the
Marketing Society
Award for Excellence
in Global Marketing
and represented
British creativity at
the World EXPO
in China.
3D art can be used
for live events and
publicity stunts; it
can be printed on a
variety of different
surfaces and installed
in shops, airports
and train stations. It
is easy to design on
the floor, up walls and
even the ceiling.

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Jetlag is often a problem, he admits and adds,

dealing with different weather conditions is always
interesting. The main challenge in this art form is
always to create something different that public will
enjoy interacting with.
The duo keeps on challenging themselves to come
up with newer ways of presenting their work.
Collaborating with clients and hearing their ideas
often brings about the best new ideas. Hill remarks,
The 3D street art seems to have captured peoples
imaginations.
A whole new generation is now adapting to the street
art and this can be seen in various parts of the globe.
The challenge will be to bring on innovation to take it
forward and make it even more interesting. Hill feels
that for those who wish to make this art form their
forte need to start small, keep experimenting and try
and think of it as sculpture rather than drawing. Only
that the understanding of the space as an object will
remain the key to mastering the process, he sums up.

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Quick
Takes
3D Art by
Joe & Max

Joe & Max are

world-renowned
artists, who
have created
artworks for
Google, Disney,
Reebok, Save the
Children, CocaCola, etc.
They present
3D art through
painted murals
both indoor
and outdoor. It
also comprises
animation and
unique branded
short films and
viral campaigns
Have broken
two Guinness
World Records.

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melange

Wonder
food

Asparagus
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balanced diet with attributes of keeping
diseases like sugar at bay
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t tastes good; a mix of sweet and tart. Looks

pristine and fresh, and one can have it
raw or in a cooked form. Asparagus is like
that. It is also considered to be a powerful
culinary weapon in the fight against
diabetes. Scientists have found regular intake of
the increasingly popular vegetable keeps blood
sugar levels under control and boosts the bodys
production of insulin, the hormone that helps it to
absorb glucose.

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But does it have the qualifications to be considered

wonder food? Yes. It is believed that eating
asparagus may help protect against and fight certain
forms of cancer, such as bone, larynx, lung cancers,
etc., because it contains glutathione, a detoxifying
compound that helps break down carcinogens and
other harmful compounds like free radicals.

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Key scientific studies have revealed that Asparagus

scores high on respiration rate. It does not die
immediately as it gets picked. In fact, it continues to
breathe by engaging in metabolic activity i.e., intake
of oxygen. This in turn breaks down starch and
sugar to release carbon dioxide. When Asparagus
is compared with other vegetables, it shows very
high respiration rate (the speed at which the process
of oxygen intake occurs). It is placed at 60 mg of
carbon dioxide release per hour per 100 g of food

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essence
Scientists have
found that
regular intake of
Asparagus keeps
blood sugar
levels under
control and
boosts the bodys
production of
insulin, the
hormone that
helps it to
absorb glucose.

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melange

(at a refrigerator temperature of 41F), which

is five times that of onions and potatoes; three
times greater than the rate for tomato; and
twice as great as the rate for cauliflower and
avocado. On the hind side, the very reason also
makes Asparagus more perishable than other
vegetables. Therefore, chefs usually tie the end
of Asparagus with wet cloth or so, to increase
its shelf life. So next time you buy this magical
shoot, ensure to consume it within 48 hours
of purchase.

Amazing choices
Asparagus are basically young shoots of
a cultivated lily plant. Considered to be a
delicacy for the vegetarians, it compliments
non-vegetarian recipes as well. The intense
savoury flavour is quite distinct and adds
subtlety to food preparations. The young and
slender type, known as Sprue, are especially
preferred for salads. There is a wide range
within Asparagus; French asparagus variety is
purple in colour while the British and American
are green. The white ones are those which are
Spanish and Dutch. Irrespective of the colours,
all are nutritionally high on Vitamins A and C,
Potassium, Iron and Calcium.
So it is vital to have Asparagus in the menu
which would not only bring variety on to the
table but also a health element too.

There is a wide range

within Asparagus;
French asparagus
variety is purple
in colour while the
British and American
are green. The white
ones are those which
are Spanish and
Dutch. Irrespective
of the colours, all are
nutritionally high on
Vitamins A and C,
Potassium, Iron and
Calcium.

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Asparagus
and Mushroom

Quiche

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Recipe: (Serves 4)
Ingredients for the
filling:
300 gm Silken Tofu
60 ml Natural Soya Milk
30 gm Nutritional Yeast
1 tbsp Corn Starch
1tbsp Tahini
tsp Turmeric Powder
tsp Salt
300 gm Asparagus
1 small Onion grated
2 cloves Garlic finely cut
100 gm Button Mushrooms
sliced
Green Bell Pepper
chopped
tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Black Pepper Powder
40 ml Water
Ingredients for the
crust:
2 cups unpolished Rice,
cooked
2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese,
grated
3 tbsp Tofu blended mixture
1 tsp Black Pepper
powder
Salt to taste

1. Blend the silken tofu, soya milk, nutritional

yeast, corn starch, tahini, turmeric powder and
salt together.
2. For the crust, mix well the cooked unpolished
rice, blended tofu mixture, salt, parmesan cheese
and black pepper powder.
3. Spread the rice mixture all over the well
greased quiche mould and lightly press it in.
Bake it at a pre-heated oven at 350F / 180C for
8-10 minutes.
4. For filling, cut off the tips of Asparagus
(without ends) into finger long pieces and set
aside. Chop finely the remaining

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pieces into 1 cm. Saute onions in olive oil, add

garlic, asparagus and a little water. Simmer
cover and cook for 3-4 minutes. Uncover, add
in salt, mushrooms and black pepper and cook
until it is dry. Now separate the asparagus tips
from the rest of the mixture. Spread the cooked
asparagus and mushroom
evenly over the baked
pie crust.

5. Pour the blended tofu mixture over it and

tap in gently. Place the asparagus tips over it.
Bake in a preheated over at 350F / 180C for 50
minutes or till done. Let it cool for 15 minutes
before serving. Serve warm.

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Splurge

Authentic
Thai
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For an authentic Thai dining experience in

Bangkok, Celadon restaurant could be your
perfect choice
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laimed to be a celebration of the

senses for true Thai style food and
service, Celadon has earned a
reputation. It offers authentic Thai
food in beautifully crafted
air-conditioned salas. The beauty of this
restaurant lies in the way it has been captured
with a picturesque lotus-pond. The open-air
terraces overlooking the water add a world
of charm. And more importantly, there is an
extensive a la carte menu offering a selection of
the finest dishes from all over Thailand.

essence
Celadon is
known as the
aristocratic
oriental ancestor
of the pottery
family and takes
its name from
the elegant
glaze developed
by the master
potters of the
northern China
to duplicate
their beloved
opaque jade.

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Opened back in 1991, as the hotel

The Sukhothai Bangkok opened, the restaurant
started gaining a reputation. Chamlong
Pewthaisong, Thai Executive Sous Chef Celadon, points out that every dish served in the
restaurant remains the same as it was since the
beginning. We have been using authentic Thai
recipes, with highest standards of food quality
and service. We still present our cuisine in the
most simplistic yet elegant way.

Delightful dining
An extensive a la carte menu offers a selection
of the finest dishes from all over Thailand,
prepared just as they have been throughout the

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a broad range of
tastes with unique spices
and sauces seem to please
most visitors

Herb Garden is another attraction

of the restaurant. The lush green
vicinity can be a perfect place for
your relaxed dining. A private butler
adds a personalised touch. The
traditional Thai instrumental music
can accompany you.

ages. Dishes include Steamed Thai Dumpling,

Traditional Fried Rice Noodles and Lamb in
Mussamun Curry and many more. According
to the chef, the menu at Celadon has been
prepared with extraordinary knowledge of
combinations of ingredients. He says, Our Thai
food offers a broad range of tastes with unique
spices and sauces that seem to please most
visitors. Simultaneously, offering delightful new
flavours in addition to providing a focus upon
healthy cuisine has won us loyal customers.

Look & feel

Situated in traditional Thai pavilions and
open-air terraces surrounded by lotus ponds,
the restaurant looks beautiful, as it is decorated
with bas relief clay and traditional style tiles.
The restaurant has combined the elements of
wood, glass and clay to create a comfortable,
contemporary and elegant atmosphere. The
restaurant attracts primarily in-house guests
wishing to sample authentic Thai tastes rarely
found elsewhere in Bangkok, reveals Chef
Pewthaisong. Celadon is also famous among
local people and overseas tourists looking
for authentic surroundings and the finest
traditional Thai cuisine the city has to offer.

Green herb garden

Another attraction of the restaurant is the lush
green herb garden. It offers a perfect setting for
memorable evenings. The chef says, Here, a
special dinner set menu is served. The garden
consists of aromatic herbs and spices. Guests
may choose to be attended to by a private
butler along with a chefs demonstration at
their table whilst enjoying traditional Thai
instrumental music.

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Quick
Takes
Celadon facts

Dishes include
Steamed Thai
Dumpling,
Traditional Fried
Rice Noodles
and Lamb in
Mussamun Curry
and many more.
Open Daily
Lunch: 12:00 15:00 Hrs
Dinner: 18:30 23:00 Hrs
Seating: 110
persons,
Dining for two
will cost approx.,
THB 4,000
Contact:
+66 (0) 23448888

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Q&A
people

Passionate cricketer

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Shakib Al Hasan is admired not only in Bangladesh but across the

cricket playing nations for his all round capabilities
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essence
Bangladesh is a
land of splendor.
According to
Shakib Al Hasan,
his country has
it all; culturally,
it has everything
at its best and
there are many
things that can
be explored.

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Q. When did you realise the passion for

Cricket in you?
A. When Bangladesh won the ICC Trophy in
1997, I started thinking passionately about
taking cricket professionally.
Q. Your memories of ODI and Test debuts...
A. On my ODI debut, I was extremely nervous
when I faced the first ball. I don't think I have
gone through such a nerve-wracking moment
ever in my life. During the test match debut,
when the test cap was put on me, it was a
moment that still remains the most happiest and
memorable one in my life.

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for your achievements in
cricket?
A. I would credit myself because
I always wanted to grow big with
performances. I also have hunger to
improve upon from mistakes.
Q. Importance of Bangladesh
Premier League...?
A. A great opportunity for young
talented players from all over
Bangladesh. This will certainly help
us to improve our cricket standard for
a strong team.
Q. How can Bangladesh break
into the top five international
test team ranking?
A. We need to put more effort on
domestic cricket
structure and that is
the only way to get
into the top.

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Q. How being a cricketer and

leading it from the front have
changed you as a person?
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person except the fact that I cannot
go out to have fuchkas and hang out
with friends. Leadership has helped
me to work harder to accomplish
many things in my life.

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Travelling: In Bangladesh, I love

going to Sundarbans and Cox's Bazar.
Internationally, I love visiting the
Caribbean islands, New Zealand and
Wisconsin in the US.
Love eating: I have
a weakness when it
comes to food. I love
exploring different
tastes. Out of the
country, steak is
my favourite. But
at home, I cant do
without local food Aloo Bhorta, fried egg, dal and steamed
rice... basically all kinds of Bangla food.
Career goal and life: Playing at
least another 10 more years with great
performances. That is my only goal at
this moment.
Free time: I
like to spend
time with my
wife and family
during my free
time. Apart
from that, I
unwind myself
by watching
movies. Titanic, Gladiator and Troy are
my favourite ones. I also listen to music
be it pop, rock or romantic
Idols: Saeed Anwar for his elegant
batting and Saqlain Mustaq for his
amazing spin. They are my idols.
Favourite cricket ground...
Mirpur Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket
Stadium.
Passion: Apart from cricket, I like to
play football.

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Building better

tomorrows

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UNICEF Bangladesh has been working aggressively to better the

health & life of children in the country
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hough mostly agrarian, Bangladesh

is clearly experiencing one of
the most rapid urbanisation
processes in Asia. That is what the
United Nations Childrens Fund
(UNICEF) perceives, and considers urbanisation
as a positive trend where one needs to act
proactively by developing a socially inclusive
urban development strategy.
Pascal Villeneuve
Representative
UNICEF Bangladesh

essence
It is a critical
issue to address
child rights, their
health especially
in slum areas
in addition to
tackling equal
rights for the
girl child. But,
UNICEF has
been able to
address all.

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Pascal Villeneuve, Representative, UNICEF

Bangladesh came here at the end of 2011. He
was impressed by the countrys tradition of
innovation and rich network of research centres,
which he believes, make this a fertile ground
for experimenting innovative approaches and
technologies.
UNICEF Takes key steps from water, sanitation,
health to education... all that require attention
for better future of the children. Villeneuve says,
With scientists, we devised a new system
whereby rain water can be collected during the
monsoon and then stored underground for later
use. This way, we get not only cleaner and safer
water than other sources, but, it is also protected

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from the cyclones and floods that often hit the

area. Like this, he is constantly monitoring work
that focuses on children welfare.

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Reducing child mortality

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In 1990, very few would have guessed that

Bangladesh would be able to achieve MDG 4
(Millennium Development Goal) i.e., reduced
child mortality. He adds, Even fewer would
have thought that it would do so before the
target date. Even more remarkable, Bangladesh
has the 4th most rapid rate of decline in child
mortality. A unique combination of leadership,
innovation and collective action allowed to
achieve so. Measles, dehydration are no longer
threatening life of young children.

Saving the children

In the process of urbanisation, rural population
base is shifting fast. Villeneuve says, this is
a natural trend towards urbanisation which
cannot simply be halted or reversed. This would
enable a rapidly growing slum population to
more effectively contribute to the acceleration of
economic growth and poverty reduction, instead

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Images:
(Top): A woman helps
wash her childs
hands using a handwashing device in
Kondarpar village in
Kamarganj Union of
Gaibandha Sadar.
UNICEF/
BANA2009-00251/
Noorani
(Left) Aminul teaches
children how to swim
in Kazdia, Rupsha,
Khulna. UNICEF/
BANA2013-01046/
Kiron
(Right):
Pascal Villeneuve
takes a photograph
with children at a
Child Friendly Space
in Outer Stadium
Barisal on 18 July
2012. UNICEF

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(Right): Children play

in the wetlands of
Rampur, Doara Bazer,
Sunamganj, on 21
May 2013.
UNICEF/
BANA2013-00612/
Haque/Drik
(Below): Pascal
Villeneuve, visits
children at a preprimary school
supported by UNICEF
Ashashuni, Sathkhira
on 26 June 2012.
UNICEF/Farhana

of becoming an
ever-increasing burden and
obstacle to national development. It
is a critical issue to address child rights,
their health especially in slum areas in
addition to tackling equal rights for the
girl child. But, UNICEF has been able to
address all. Though, he says, Urban slums
have the worst performance regarding
womens and childrens well being and
access to basic services.
In 2012, UNICEF, the UN Global Compact
and Save the Children released globally
(including Bangladesh) the Childrens Rights
and Business Principles - a comprehensive

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la
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of
Bangladesh... It is a land
diversity which is yet to be
fully discovered as a
tourist destination.
Rustic charm... I have
travelled to all the
divisions of this country
and found each area has
its own charm and
unique characteristics.

Quaint getaways... Bhola

and the Chittagong Hill
y
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through my work that offer

a picturesque and idyllic
escape from the city.

Leisure idea... I enjoy

taking photographs of
children and their families
while capturing the
.
diversity of their daily lives
Attention needed... We
to
need to all work together
eliminate child marriage,
child malnutrition and
improve basic services in
urban slums.

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Women from the local

community attend a nutrition
awareness session supported
by UNICEF in Sharisha Bari
village of Islampur Upazila in
Jamalpur District.
UNICEF/BANA201202042/Noorani

UNICEF Facts
EF field office was
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e responsible
mad
and
gkok
Ban
established in
, in 1951, the
after
tly
Shor
.
stan
Paki
East
for
saw UNICEF open its
appointment of Dr. Victor Fenn
first office in Dhaka.

towards tuberculosis
For 20 years: UNICEF worked
ria prevention,
and smallpox eradication, mala
of maternal and
ision
prov
the
cholera control, and
child health services.

set of principles to guide companies to respect

and support childrens rights. Around 40% of
population are children who should enjoy their
rights to reach their full potential for countrys
future.

Learning & training

A 2010 UNICEF study highlighted the issues
affecting childrens lives and their well being.
It received little attention in the mainstream
media. Hence, the initiative titled Hello, a
partnership between online news provider
BDnews24 and UNICEF Bangladesh, is aimed
at giving opportunities for children by training
them as journalists, so that their views and
aspirations can find a place in the mainstream
media, Villeneuve explains.
According to him, the country is culturally
extremely rich. However, the situation of
adolescent girls at present mirrors that of
adult women. They deserve health, education
and economic opportunities as they remain
vulnerable to subjugation. According to him,
Bangladesh is a country ripe with possibility,
and while many opportunities for improvement
still exist, significant progress has been made
on child rights since independence in 1971.
UNICEF has played a crucial role in the story of
this young nation, and will continue to act as a
driving force for children, he sums up.

, contributing
At present: Has nearly 200 staff
ually to
ann
ion
approximately US$85 mill
worked with the
has
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ent.
lopm
deve
Bangladeshs
ners, donors, civil
Government of Bangladesh, part
t to improve the
effor
an
in
society and local people
participation
and
ction
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ent,
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survival, deve
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glad
of women and children in Ban

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Quick
Takes
Initiatives

Around 40% of
population are
children; they
will be future
consumers,
employees,
business
partners and
investors.
UNICEF urges all
to invest in them
now.
The initiative
titled Hello,
a partnership
between online
news provider
BDnews24
and UNICEF
Bangladesh, is
aimed at giving
opportunities
for children by
training them as
journalists.

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tarot
etcetera

aries

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taurus

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Gemini

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January The Hierophant

February Two of Wands
Breaks over long weekends will rejuvenate
you from the monotonous hectic schedule.
Go for it!
You are likely to choose a bit of both
enjoying travel time in the city and then
heading to enjoy the solitude by the water.

January The World

February The Strength
Itchy feet will be thrilled with the amount
of miles you clock. Socially, you will be
leveraging all contacts and contracts.
Keep extra clothing and spare tickets
handy as you may have to travel on
short notices.

January Hermit
February The Tower
Multiple travel is indicated across the
country; keep your bags packed and keep all
the travel information handy.
This month you will mostly be travelling for
leisure and meeting multi-faceted people
bringing out the best in you!

Lucky colours - Rust, Golden; Lucky nos. 6, 5

Lucky colours - Orange Pink; Lucky nos. 8, 1

Lucky colours - Yellow, Violet; Lucky nos. 9, 7

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On your cards...

Tarot predictions for Jan - Feb 2014 By: M anis ha Koushik

cancer

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virgo

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January Four of Wandss

February The Emperor
Shopping, eating out and spending time
with family & friends will infuse more
positivity in you!
The card indicates travels to wrap
up meetings, last minute work
and client pitches.

January The Hierophant

February The Death
The singles meet many especially for those
taking an impromptu picnic or making a
plan to enjoy good weather.
Fun and frolic in the outdoors, adventure
and fabulous weather will keep you happy.
Enjoy a road trip that comes your way.

January Wheel of Fortune

February Four of Swords
The success road is never an easy one;
however, you will achieve more than what
you dreamed of.
Physically allowing yourself to get
enough rest will be necessary to
accomplish all needs.

Lucky colours: Black, Beige; Lucky nos. 4, 5

Lucky colours: Cream, Saffron; Lucky nos. 3, 22

Lucky colours: White, Peach; Lucky nos. 11, 8

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January Eight of Wands

February Nine of Wands
Travel will be extravagant; luxury holiday
or spa on cards. You might head to a long
awaited holiday destination. In February,
tarot indicates a time for enterprise and
excitement.Clearing formalities and
responsibilities at work is critical.

January Seven of Cups

February Six of Swords
Love is filled with myriad colours and it
is up to you to decide what you choose.
Keep hectic things at bay and focus only
on the romance front. Work commitments
may need you to travel abroad. Keep all the
important documents handy.

January The Lovers

February Ace of Swords
Love for those in relationships blossoms
as you spend a lot of time together on long
drives and exotic destinations.
Your travel bag is packed to the hilt with
gifts and interesting souvenirs that will
delight people around you.

Lucky colours - Mustard, Lemon; Lucky nos. 6, 8

Lucky colours - Blue, Parrot Green; Lucky nos. 9, 4

Lucky colours - Grey, Sea Green; Lucky nos.5, 4

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AvbyvwbKZv I `vq`vwqZ mi djvUv Riwi|
f is - mwilv is, jgb; f msLv 6, 8

fvjevmv AbK iO ficyi Ges Avcwb KvbUv eQ

beb Zv Avcbvi IciB wbfi KiQ| KgeZvK
GKcvk mwiq ivLyb Ges ay ivgvi cwZB
gbvwbek Kib|
KvRi cwZkwZi KviY we`k gY KiZ nZ
cvi| mKj `iKvwi KvMRc nvZi bvMvj ivLyb|
f is - bxj,y wUqv meyR; f msLv 9, 4

PgKc` Me gY wKsev `~ii hvvi dj

Avcbvi mxwbi m fvjevmvi mK AviI
cwiwUZ ne|
gRvi me myfwbqi I Dcnvi Avcbvi gYi
evMUv Kvbvq Kvbvq fi hve, hvZ Avkcvki
gvbyljv Xi Lywk ne|
f is - a~mi, mvMi meyR; f msLv 5, 4

Rvbyqvwi-deqvwi 2014i Rb UviU fwelvYx

Predictions by: Manisha Koushik. She is an astrologer, Tarot card reader, Numerologist, Vastu & Fengshui consultant. She can be
reached through e-mail at: [email protected]. Website: www.askmanisha.com

Capricorn

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Aquarius

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Pisces

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January Ace of Coins

February Two of Wands
Health now needs all your time and
attention if you wish to achieve the
desired level of fitness. Travel only if
required. Socially, you will be much in
demand as you meet new people while
exploring different places.

January Three of Coins

February Temperance
As you catch up with the winters, the
beautiful weather allows you to be with
friends and family.
Temperance indicates a time of complete
patience allowing you some introspective
time to think and plan for future.

January Two of Swords

February Six of Wands
It will be important for you to introduce
more positivity in your personal space
as you deal with hectic work travel. You
will be able to enjoy your vacation only if
health is in order. Exercise and balance
your diet with fruits & healthy food.

Lucky colours - Crimson, Purple; Lucky nos.2, 6

Lucky colours - Brown, Magenta; Lucky nos. 1, 3

Lucky colours - Maroon, Green; Lucky nos. 4, 1

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deqvwi Uz Ae Iqvm

Rvbyqvwi w_ Ae Kqbm
deqvwi Ui

Rvbyqvwi Uz Ae mvWm
deqvwi wm Ae Iqvm

KvwZ wdUbm cZ PvBj Avcbvi meUzKz mgq

I mvgwMK gbhvM `vwe Kie Avcbvi ^v|
cqvRb nj ZeB gY Kib|
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cwiPqi dj mvgvwRKfve Avcbvi Pvwn`v
eo hve|
f is - Mvp jvj, ieY; f msLv 2, 6

GB kxZi PgrKvi AvenvIhvq Avcwb Avcbvi

ez I cwievii mB _vKeb|
Ui Ggb GKwU ahkxj mgqi BwZ
w`Q, hvZ Avcwb fwelr cwiKbvi
Rb wKQzUv AgLy x wPvi mgq KiZ cvib,
UviU ejQ|
f is - ev`vwg, gvRUv; f msLv 1, 3

Kge gYi KviY ewMZ cwimi AviI BwZevPK

welqi m~Pbv KivUv Riwi ne|
Avcwb Avcbvi gYUv ZLbB DcfvM KiZ
cvieb, hLb ^v wVK _vKe| kixiPPvi
cvkvcvwk dj I ^vKi Lvevii gvag mylg
WvqU eRvq ivLyb|
f is - Lqwi, meyR; f msLv 4, 1

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For a lively

lifestyle
GKwU cvYe
Rxebi Rb
Small actions in your daily
routine can bring about positive
healthy lifestyle changes

Avcbvi w`bwjwcZ QvULvU wKQz

KvRKgB Rxeb Gb w`Z cvi BwZevPK

I ^vKi wKQz cwieZb
By: D e e p ika Ag g a r wa l

essence
Healthy lifestyle
habits can
be started by
taking small
steps that do
not force you
to change your
regular call
of duty. Just
manage things
better to remain
fit and happy.

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few steps can give us a healthy

living. This can be done by
incorporating better habits in
our daily pursuits. It is common
to presume that thinking about
healthy habits requires a lot of effort. But,
ironically, lifestyle changes can be brought about
with minimum effort. Rather than scaling big
steps, smaller ones play a key role in mitigating
challenges of our chaotic lifestyle. This can be
done slowly with each passing week, allowing you
to stick to the order for a longer duration.

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Rxeb Gb w`Z| cwZw`bKvi
KgZvwjKvq DbZZi Afvmi cek
NwUqB GgbUv Kiv me| fvj ^vKi
Afvmi K_v gv_vq AvmjB gb
ne Gi Rb eywS `viY cwikg KiZ nq| eZ, wVK
Gi DvUvB NU| RxebvPvi cwieZb Avbv hvq Lye
Kg cPvZB| Avgv`i wekLj Rxeb eevi bvbv
iKg Pvj gvKvejv KiZ eo c`c bq, QvU wKQz
KvRKgB iZc~Y fwgKv ivLZ cvi| Avi cwZwU KvRB
cwZ mvn axi my Kiv me| Avi Gi gvag `xN
mgqi Rb Avcwb wbRK wbqgi ga AvUK ivLZ
cvieb|

It is time to adopt a new beginning to your

lifestyle as the new year ushers hope for a healthy
tomorrow. Check out a series of options that can
play wonders to your daily routine to keep you
healthy and happy.

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kvbv hvQ, ZvZ Ki Avcbvi RxebvPvi bZzb wKQz MnY
Kivi GUvB gvg mgq| Ggb wKQz weqKi w`bwjwcZ
hvM Kivi gZv welqjvZ PvL eywjq wbb hv AvcbvK
mywL I ^vevb Kie |

Storing medicines correctly

You might wonder how this

change would help you to live a
healthy life. But this advice is one
of the most essential changes
one should adopt. If your pills and
medicines are kept anywhere then it is
exposed to various factors like light, heat or
humidity. Due to this, your
pill can get degraded and
lose its quality. To attain
the best out of your
medicines, store your
medicines in a dry and
dark location.

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nqZv wewZ nQb GB fe h
GB cwieZb Kx Ki AvcbvK
GKwU ^vKi Rxeb hvcb mvnvh
Kie| Ze GUv Ggb GK `iKvwi
Dc`k hv h KviI MnY Kiv
DwPr| Avcbvi wcj I Abvb Ilya
hw` hLvb mLvb co _vK,
Ze mUv Avjv, Zvc I Av`Zvi
msk AvmZ cvi| Avi Gfve
AbveZ _vKj Avcbvi Ilyajv
b wKsev YvY nvivZ cvi|
ZvB Ilyai mePq fvjvUv Av`vq
Ki wbZ Kbv I AKvi Kvbv
RvqMvq Ilya msiY Kib|

Little stretch in
the morning

Begin your day with light stretches. Early

morning stretches for even 10-15 minutes
will help you wake up instantly, help
you focus throughout the day, keep you
energised, improve flexibility, regulate
proper body circulation and improve coordination and
relaxation in your body.

A colourful plate

Whether it is red, yellow, blue or green,

add all colours of fruits and vegetables
to your plate. The more the colour the
better the health benefits you will derive.
You will ensure that you are filling up on
most nutrients and vitamins.

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jvj, njy`, bxj ev meyR, hvB nvK bv Kb, mKj iOi mewR
I dj w`q cUUvK fi wbb| hZ ewk iO, ^vi Rb
ZZ ewk DcKvi cveb| wbwZ Kib, mevP cwigvY
cywY I wfUvwgb wbRK c~Y Ki ZzjQb|

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kixiUvK nvjKv Uvb Uvb Kivi gvag w`b i Kib| fvi ejvq
10-15 wgwbU Uvb Uvb nq _vKj ZvrwYKfve Avcbvi Nyg KU
hve| GQvov GwU AvcbvK mvivw`b gbvwbek KiZ mvnvh
Kie, chv kw hvMve, bgbxqZv evove,
kixiexq KgKv ^vfvweK ivLe
Ges fvimvgi DbwZi cvkvcvwk
kixigb wkw_jZv Gb `e|

Dont skip
breakfast
If you are not accustomed to eating
breakfast, then include small portions like a
plateful of fruits or a bowl of cereals, etc. Eating
a healthy breakfast will help you stay focused throughout
the day and reduce over-eating.

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mKvji bvvq Ki hw` Avcwb Af bv nq _vKb, Ze GK evwU dj ev hKvbv
Lv`km LZ cvib| mKvj GKwU ^vKi bvv AvcbvK mvivw`b gbhvM ai ivLZ
mvnvh Kie| AwZwi LvIqvI Kgve GwU|

Switch off the TV

Reduce TV watching addiction. It is

one of the biggest culprits when it
comes to a bent back and inactive
lifestyle. Instead run around or go for
a walk.

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wUwfi cwZ Avmw Kwgq Avbyb| Avjm em _vKv I Amvo
jvBdvBji bc_ GUvB mePq eo ki KvR Ki|
wUwf `Lvi cwieZ LvwbKUv Nyi eovb wKsev evBi nuvUZ
ewiq hvb|

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Laughter pays

Laughter is truly the best medicine

one can have. When you laugh
out loud, your body releases feel
good hormones and this will kill
the villain stress hormone cortisol.
Hence, giggle as much as you can.

Deep breathing sessions

Proper breathing is essential to obtain the best health. Even

a proper deep breathing session of 10-15 minutes provides
a range of health benefits like improving digestion, quality
of blood, functioning of nervous and respiratory system. If
you notice shallow or deep breathing, correct your breathing
style at that very instant.

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mePq fvj ^v cZ mwVKfve kvm bIqvUvI Riwi| gv
10-15 wgwbUi cjw^Z kvm bIqvi gvagB nRgkw, ii
YMZ gvb Ges vqy I kvmhi Kvhg DbZZi nIqvi
gZv AviI wKQz ^vRwbZ DcKvi cvIqv hvq| hw` Avcbvi
kvmi ga AMfxi I g`vfve `Lb Ze hZ `Z
me kvm bIqvi aib e`j wbb|

nvwmi g~j AvQ

hKviI Rb nvwmB nZ cvi mePq eo Ilya|
hLb DP^i nm DVeb, ZLb Avcbvi kixi
fvjv jvMvi nigvbi wbtmiY NU| Avi IUvB cvi
Pvc Zwi Kivi k nigvb KwUmjK asm KiZ|
myZivs, hZ cvib wdKwdK Ki DVzb|

Catch your sleep

A good nights sleep

for 8 hours is very
important to obtain a
healthy and fresh day.
Never compromise on
your sleeping hours.

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^vKi I ZiZvRv
GKwU w`b cZ 8 Nvi
wbiewQb Nyg `iKvi| Nygi
mgq wbq KLbI Avcm
Kieb bv|

Water is life

Extend your helping hand

Do something good for someone else. It will make you happy

and also reduce your risk of heart diseases. Hence, start with
a little act of kindness everyday and youll find that helping
others is a wonderful habit that will make you feel nicer and
healthier about your life.

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Abi Rb fvjv wKQz Kib| GUv
AvcbvK mywL Kie Ges GKBm
Avcbvi `ivMi SuywKI Kgve| ZvB,
cwZw`b QvULvU Kvbv `qvjy KvR w`q
GwU i KiZ cvib| eySZ cvieb,
AbK mvnvh KivUv Lye `vib GKUv
Afvm hv wbRi Rxeb mK AvcbvK
AviI ^vKi I my`i GKwU AbyfwZ
cvBq `e|

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10

Drink a minimum of 8-10 glasses of

water every day, depending on your
physical activity. Sufficient intake
of water is very essential to kick
out toxins from your body and to
rejuvenate your cells.

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kvixwiK KgKvi Ici wfw Ki
w`b AZ 8-10 Mvm cvwb cvb
Kib| kixii fZi _K `~wlZ
Dcv`vb ei Ki KvljvK bZzb
Ki cvYe KiZ chv cvwb cvb
Kiv LyeB iZc~Y|

offices
Biman Bangladesh Airlines (domestic)
Chittagong
(CGP (GMT +6) 88031,
Biman bhaban, 1/2, CDA
Avenue, Sholosohar, Chittagong-4203
+88-031-650671 to 75,
+88-031-650982 to 84
+88-031- 651890 to 91
Shah Amanat International
Airport, Chitagong
+88-031-2500990 to 95,
+88-031-2500941 to 50

Cox Bazar
(CXB) (GMT +6) (0341),
Motel Upal, Parjatan Holyday
Complex , Coxs Bazar

Sylhet
(ZYL) (GMT +6)
Airport road, Majumdari,
Sylhet-3100
+88-0821-717026 to 28,
+88-0821-717411-717421
Airport office
Osmani international airport,
Sylhet.

Biman Bangladesh Airlines (International)

Abu Dhabi
Abu dhabi (AUH), (GMT+4)
Sk. Zayed 2nd st./ Electra street,
Bldg no. 5213, PO Box-4356
Abu dhabi, uae
+971-02-6342597
Fax: +971-02-6344664
Mobile: +971-050-6146768
E-mail: [email protected]
Abu Dhabi International
Airport
Room no. 2250, Abu dhabi, uae
+971-02-5757053
Pabx : +971-02-5757500/2673
Fax +971-02-6344664
Mobile : +971-050-6131293
E-mail: [email protected]
Bahrain
Bahrain (BAH), (GMT+3)
Shop no -08, Building no 18
Delmon International Hotel,
Manama Block 315, Road No
-357,
Kingdom Of Bahrain
+973-17212541
Fax: +973-17213426
Mobile: +973-39118140
E-mail: [email protected]
[email protected]
Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok (BKK), (GMT+7)
163, Ocean Insurance Building
01/17 Floor Unit, 17A,
Surawongse Road,
Suriyawongse, Bangkok-10500
+66-02-2355556
Fax: +66-(0)22369973
Mobile: +66-(0)898960554
E-mail: [email protected]
Bangkok Airport
Room no Z-2 007, 2nd floor
AOB Building,
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Bangkok, Thailand.
+66-(0)2-1342940
Fax: +66-(0)2-1342944
Mobile : +66-(0)8199243379
E-mail : [email protected]
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Dammam (DMM), (GMT+3)
Ace Building, Post
Box No 4492
Al Khobar 31952, Pepsi
Cola Road.
Dammam, KSA.
+966-03-8873236

Fax: +966-03-8822523
Mobile: +966-55-2255895
E-mail: [email protected]
Delhi, India
Delhi (DEL), (GMT+5.30)
320-321 Indra Prakesh Building
Barakhamba Road Cannaught
Place, New Delhi-110001
+91-11-41519468
Fax: +91-11-23705481
Mobile: +91- 9811322146
E-mail [email protected]
Delhi Airport
Office address : CIP-02,
Level-3, IGI Airport,
New Delhi 110037, India
:+91-11-49638277
Fax: +91-11-49638277
Mobile: +91-9811322147
Residence :+91-11-28533590
E-mail :[email protected]
Doha (Qatar)
Doha (DOH), (GMT+3)
Building no. 35,
Souqahmed bin ali
07, Al-tarbiya street,
P.O, box 2738, Doha, Qatar.
+974-44413054
Fax: +974-44412000(gsa)
Mobile: +974-55529477
Pabx: +974-44413422/117
Residence : +974-44368645
E-mail [email protected]
Dubai, UAE
Dubai (DXB), (GMT+4)
Al Masraf Tower, 16th Floor,
Office #1605, Albaniyas Road,
P.O. Box No -1515, Deira,
Dubai, UAE
+ 971-4-220942/205
Office : +971-4-2283767 /205
Fax: + 971-4-2278451
Mobile : + 971-50-5539045
Residence : + 971-4-2576185
E-mail: [email protected]
Dubai International
Airport, Terminal-1
Departure building,
Room# 1017, 1049 & 1050
+ 971-4-2162895
Fax: + 971-4-2245420
Mobile: + 971-50-5525936
E-mail: [email protected]
Hong Kong
(HKG) (GMT+8) (00852)

216/217, Houston Centre,

63 Mody Road Tsim
Shatsuikowloon, Hongkong.
+852-27248464
Fax: +852-27246284
Mobile: +852-94702724
E-mail:[email protected]
Airport Office
Room-6So13, Lebel 6, South
Concourse, Pax Terminal- 1,
Hong Kong Airport
+852-23298036
Fax: +852-23525830
Residence: +852-94702754
E-mail: [email protected]
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Jeddah (JED), (GMT+3)
Al-Nakheel Center,
Madinah Road
P.O Box-13541, Jeddah, KSA
+966-2-6652891
Fax: +966-2-6652850
Mobile: +966-505618213
E-mail: [email protected]
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
King Abdul Aziz Intl Airport
+966-2-6853194
Fax : +966-2-6853326
Mobile: +966-505319533
Residence : +966-2-6552562
E-mail: [email protected]
Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu (KTM),
(GMT+5.45)
House No- 314, Nagpokhari
Nexal, Kathmandu, Nepal.
+ 977-01-4434869
Fax: + 977-01-4434869
Mobile: + 977-9851037510
E-mail: [email protected]
Kolkata, India
Kolkata (CCU), (GMT+5.30)
99A, Park Street, Siddha Park,
6th Floor, Kolkata, India.
+91-33-2226-6675
Fax: +91-33-2226-6674
Mobile: +91-9831098639
E-mail: [email protected]
N S C B International
Airport Kolkata
+91-33-25119662
Fax: +91-33-25119662
Mobile: +91-9831098638
Residence: +91-33-25119826
E-mail: [email protected]
Kualalumpur, Malaysia
(KUL), (GMT+8)
13th, Floor Menera Atlan
161B Jalan Ampang
50450 Kualalumpur, Malaysia.
+603-21646131
Fax: +603-21646142
Mobile: +6012-2736676
E-mail: [email protected]
Airport Office
Lot S10 & S31, Main
Terminal Building
KL International Airport
Sepang, Selangor, Malaysia.
+603-87764770
Fax: +603-87873881
Mobile: +6019-3806643
E-mail: [email protected]

Kuwait
Kuwait (KWI), (GMT+3)
Al-Homaizi Building,
Al Soor Street
PO Box - 23837,
Safat 13099, Kuwait.
+ 965-22426846/7
Fax: + 965-22439764,
+ 965-22428671
Mobile: + 965-99813462
E-mail: [email protected],
[email protected]

E-mail: [email protected]
[email protected]

Kuwait International Airport

Room No FF 58, Airport
Mall Area
+ 965-24330863
Fax: + 965-22428671,
+ 965-24330863
Mobile: + 965-99367919
E-mail: [email protected]

Toronto (Canada)
Toronto (YYZ), (GMT-5)
208, Bloor Street, West Suite
No -806, PO M5S3B4, Toronto,
Ontario, Canada.
+1-416-9443381
Fax: +1-416-9448744
E-mail: [email protected]

London, UK
London (LON), (GMT+0.0)
17 Conduit Street.
London W1S 2B
+ 44-(0)2076290161,
+ 44-(0)2076290252,
+ 44-(0) 2074957478,
+ 44-(0) 2074957480
Fax: +44 (0) 2076290736
Mobile: +44 (0) 7908117126
Residence :+44(0) 208 5982358
E-mail : [email protected],
[email protected]

Riyadh
Riyadh (RUH) (GMT+3) (00966)
P.O.Box no. 21076,
Riyadh-11475.K.S.A
+966-4623537, +966-4623376
Fax: +966-4623501
Mobile: +966-0504246352
E-mail:[email protected]

Airport Office
Room no.5900D (5th floor)
North East Extension,
Terminal 4, Hounslow,
Middlesex Hearthrow Airport
+ 44-(0) 208 745 7550
Fax: +44 (0) 208 7456390
Mobile: +44 (0) 7949686823
Residence : +44(0) 208 5738127
E-mail: [email protected]
Cargo And Stores & Purchase
Office Stratus House
Office Block (1st floor),
Bedfont Road, Staines
Middlesex TW19 7NH
+ 44-(0) 1784266116
Fax: +44 (0) 1784266097
Mobile: +44 (0) 7960650342
E-mail: bimancargo@yahoo.
co.uk

Manchester, UK
Manchester (MAN), (GMT+0.00)
Suite 1B, Portland Building
127-129 Portland Street,
Manchester, M1 4PZ, UK
+44-161-2286605/2536
Fax: +44-1612287070
Mobile: +44-7772326586
Residence: + 44-1614346782
E-mail: [email protected]
Muscat, Oman
Muscat (MCT), (GMT+4)
Shaikh Al-Mashany Building,
3rd Floor, Opposite of Mosque
Qaboos Khamis
Al-Shaqsi Street,
PO Box 1106, Ruwi, PC-112
Sultanate Of Oman.
+968-24785616
Fax: +968-24704964
Mobile: +968-99474929
Residence: +968-24815995

New York (USA)

New York (NYC), (GMT-5)
747 Third Avenue , 2nd Floor,
New York, NY-10017.
+1-212-808-4477 ,
+1-212-808-4523
Mobile:+1-917-520-8069,
Residence: +1-718-526-4146
E-mail: [email protected]

Airport Office
King Khaled Intl Airport Riyadh
Riyadh, Kingdom Of Saudia
Room No-1565
+966 1 220-0227 (a/p)
Fax: +966-1 220-0227
Mobile: +966-50-424-6353
E-mail: [email protected]
Rome (Italy)
Rome (ROM), (GMT+1)
Via Bissolati 54, Roma.
+39-06-42884911
Fax: +39-06-42000211
Mobile: +39-3276868970
E-mail: [email protected]
Singapore
Singapore (SIN), (GMT+8)
72 Anson Road, #01-02, Anson
House, Singapore 079911
+65-64385220
Fax: +65-64387998
Mobile: +65-91119069
E-mail: [email protected]
Airport Office
Passenger Terminal Building,
#041-49, Singapore Changi
Airport Terminal -1,
P.O. Box No-23,
Singapore 819642
+65-65420067
Fax: +65-65426787
Mobile: +65-96323207
E-mail: [email protected]
Yangon (Myanmar)
GSA - Transmarine Logistics
Asia Pte Ltd
Room: R-18, 2nd Floor,
Centre Point Tower,
No 65 Corner of Sule Pagoda Road
and Merchant Street,
Kyuaktada Township
+95 1 371867-68, Fax: +95 1
371869
Email : [email protected]

Head Office : Balaka, Kumitola, Dhaka-1229, Bangladesh, Tel: +88-02-8901600, +88-02-8901730-44

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International
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Domestic

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Sylhet
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Dhaka
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Chittagong
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Coxs Bazar

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Kuwait
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Riyadh
Jeddah

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Doha

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Dubai
Abu Dhabi
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Muscat
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fleet

Biman

Bangladesh fleet

Biman
Bangladesh Airlines Ltd.
Central Engineering Department

Interior Arrangement of Boeing 777-300ER

(35J+384Y = 419 PAX)
Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Interior Arrangement of Boeing 737-800

(12J+150Y = 162 PAX)

Entry/
Exit

Emergency
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Emergency
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Emergency
Exit(02nos.)

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Emergency
Exit(02nos.)

Rows 1-52
(Row No. 13 are omitted.)

Entry/
Exit

Rows 1-28

Interior Arrangement of Boeing 777-200ER

(12J+21W+286Y = 319PAX)

Interior Arrangement of Airbus A310

(27J+198Y = 225 PAX)

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Emergency
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Emergency
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Emergency
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Emergency
Exit

Entry/
Exit

Rows 1-43

Rows 1-34

(Rows No. 3-7 are omitted.)

S2-ADK = Rows 1-34 (Rows No. 5, 6, 7, 13 are omitted)

S2-ADF = Rows 1-36 (Rows No. 5, 6, 7, 8, 13 are omitted)

Biman Bangladesh Airlines Fleet Data

TECHNICAL DETAILS

AIRCRAFT
777-300ER

777-200ER

A310-300

737-800

Passengers

35 J + 384 Y

12 J + 21 W + 286 Y

25 J +196 Y

12 J+ 150 Y

Engines (maximum thrust)

GE90-100 (115,300 lbs.)

PW4090 (90,000 lbs.)

PW4000 (56,000 lbs.)

CFM56-7 (26,300 lbs.)

Maximum Fuel Capacity

181,300 liters

171,200 liters

61,630 liters

26,025 liters

Maximum Takeoff Weight

755,000 lbs

632,499 lbs

361,600 lbs

70,987 kg

Maximum Range

7,825 NM (14,490 km)

7725NM (14316 km)

9,600 km

5,665 km

Typical Cruise Speed

905 km/h

1000 km/h

850 km/h

828 km/h

Wing span

212 ft. 7 in (64.8 m)

199 ft. 11 in (60.9 m)

144 ft. 0.4 in (43.9m)

112 ft. 7in (34.315 m)

With winglets

n/a

n/a

n/a

117 ft. 5 in (35.8 m)

Overall Length

242 ft. 4 in (73.86 m)

209 ft. 1 in (63.7 m)

153 ft. 0.9 in (46.66 m)

129 ft. 6 in (39.472 m)

Tail Height

60 ft. 8 in (18.49 m)

60 ft. 8 in (18.49 m)

51 ft. 10 in (15.81 m)

40 ft. 10.5 in (12.459 m)

Interior Cabin Width

20 ft. 4 in (6.2 m)

20 ft. 4 in (6.2 m)

18 ft. 6 in (5.64 m)

12 ft. 4 in (3.7592 m)

BASIC DIMENSIONS

Note: Interior arrangement of S2-ADK has shown in figure. W refers to Premium Economy Class of Biman.

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