These are trying times for Bangladesh. Maybe it is time to look at the many different occasions, festive or otherwise, that take place here, to show the spirit and diversity of the people?
Serving up Haleem for Iftar During Ramadan

February 21, Language Day
Durga Puja of the Hindus

Bouddha Purnima of the Buddhists

Muharram of the Shi'a Muslims

St. Anthony's Festival of the Catholics

Bengali New Year

Rash Festival of the Manipuris
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Wednesday, March 11, 2009
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