Bihanga November-December 2017

In-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Nov - Dec 2017 Vol 4 Issue 6

INSIDE explore golden pagodas of southeast asia

24 hours muscat is a blend of ancient and modern

Kuakata A rare scenic beauty in Bangladesh

CEO’s

Note

Fly high

A M Mosaddique Ahmed Managing Director & CEO (Biman Bangladesh Airlines)

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Respected guests,

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gives me immense pleasure to welcome you onboard Biman Bangladesh Airlines, your home in the sky. We always strive to make sure that our passengers’ in-flight experience is memorable and comfortable. Our dedicated and professional cabin crew staff is here for you to provide you traditional Bengali hospitality throughout your journey with us.

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We also take pride in announcing that Biman has just concluded the annual extravaganza of hosting the holy journeys of 64,873 pilgrims to and from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. At Biman, we are committed to being progressive and thinking long-term.

And the induction of Boeing 787-8 Dream Liner mid next year is one of the many steps in that direction. We would like to thank everyone who has helped us gain this momentum and scale new heights.

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This is also a time of the year when people like travelling to Bangladesh. The weather is at its best, making your travel more comfortable. Be it Kuakata or Sundarbans or Cox’s Bazar, every region in Bangladesh is a visual paradise now. We invite you to this majestic land and experience nature at its best.

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As always, on behalf of all employees of Biman and myself, I thank you very much for being with us.

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Have a wonderful flying experience!

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Biman Bangladesh Airlines Ltd. CHAIRMAN: Air Marshal (rtd.) Muhammad Enamul Bari Managing Director & CEO: A M Mosaddique Ahmed DIRECTOR MARKETING & SALES: Mohd. Ali Ahsan GENERAL MANAGER PUBLIC RELATIONS: Shakil Meraj

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Bihanga is a bimonthly, bilingual (English & Bangla) in-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines. It is published by Subcontinental Media Private Limited (SMPL) for Biman Bangladesh Airlines at: Profficio 2nd Floor, 4 Mohakhali Commercial Area, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh. This is a free copy for in-flight reading only. All rights reserved. The writing, artwork and/or photography contained herein may not be used or reproduced without the express written permission of SMPL. SMPL/Biman does not assume responsibility for loss or damage of unsolicited products, manuscripts, photographs, artwork, transparencies or other materials. The views expressed in the magazine are not necessarily those of the Biman Bangladesh Airlines or SMPL. All efforts have been made while compiling the content of this magazine, but we assume no responsibility for the effects arising there from. SMPL/Biman Bangladesh airlines does not assume any liability for services or products advertised herein.

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CONTENTS

In-flight magazine of Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Nov - Dec 2017 Vol 4 Issue 6

INSIDE

Time for a new dawn

EXPLORE GOLDEN PAGODAS OF SOUTHEAST ASIA

24 HOURS MUSCAT IS A BLEND OF ANCIENT AND MODERN

Kuakata A rare scenic beauty in Bangladesh

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Celebration of Victory Day holds a new meaning in contemporary times

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16 wW‡m¤^i AvR ïay miKvwi QzwUi w`b bq, GBw`bwU GLb evsjv‡`‡ki megvby‡li Kv‡Q Drm‡e cwiYZ n‡q‡Q

36 english countryside

There are some great places in the vicinity of London that are worth visiting

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62 unique flavours

Chefs unleash their imagination and create desserts like never before

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update

leisure

16 Checklist/

56 W hat's your style?/

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A world of travel news

A new breed of high-end

to help you plan your next voyage

clutches to suit every

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woman's rock ‘n’ roll style

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cover story

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30 Daughter of the sea: Kuakata/ mvMiKb¨v

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Explore full view of the rising and setting of the

70 Mystical Muscat/

crimson sun in the calm

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waters of Bay of Bengal at

Oman is an enchanting

the picturesque Kuakata

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blend of ancient and

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modern charm

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regular 02. CEO's Note

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The bustling leisure island

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of Sentosa will spoil you

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for choices that give you

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thrill and relaxation, both

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†mvbvjx ¯Í‚c The golden pagodas of Southeast Asia symbolise different qualities of human life

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Bihanga means... ...a bird in Bangla. It 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 Biman’s new in-flight magazine, and so will our customers.

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We Love Bengal

Cover story

explore

adventure

CULTURE

LEISURE

24 Hours

UPDATE

Sky Update

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Biman Celebrates 43 Years of Kathmandu Route

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has celebrated its 43 years of operation to Nepal declaring that it carried nearly 25 lakh passengers on the DhakaKathmandu-Dhaka route so far. The national flag carrier started DhakaKathmandu-Dhaka flight operation as its 4th international destination in 1974. Director Marketing and Sales, Mohd. Ali Ahsan addressed as the chief guest at the ceremony where Biman awarded five top travel agents based in Nepal. Ahsan said Biman became popular to the tourists as it offers quality service with affordable airfare. Currently, Biman is operating its brand new Boeing 737-800 ER aircraft on Dhaka-Kathmandu route every day to offer more pleasant trip to its valued passengers.

Biman Post Hajj Flight

Biman post Hajj flight began on September 5, 2017 and ended on October 6, 2017. Managing Director & CEO of Biman Bangladesh Airlines A M Mosaddique Ahmed received the passengers of first Post Hajj flight and distributed Holy Jam Jam water amongst them at HSIA, Kurmitola, Dhaka.

This year Biman carried a total of 64,873 pilgrims to and from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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Cover story

explore

adventure

CULTURE

LEISURE

24 Hours

UPDATE

Biman Embraces bKash Payment

The customers of bKash limited, one of the mobile financial service providers in the country, can now pay through bKash while purchasing tickets from Biman Bangladesh Airlines. Kamal Quadir, Chief Executive Officer of bKash Limited, and A M Mosaddique Ahmed, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the national carrier, signed an agreement on behalf of their respective organisations facilitating bKash payment during ticket purchase from Biman’s sales centres and website.

BAPA Gala Dinner

Chairman Biman Board of Director Air Marshal Muhammad Enamul Bari, BBP, ndu, psc (retd), awarded crests to the former Biman pilots at a Gala Dinner organised by the Bangladesh Airlines Pilot’s Association (BAPA) on October 12, 2017 at Raowa Convention Centre, Dhaka.

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Asian Tourism Fair-2017

Asian Tourism Fair-2017 was held from September 27-29 at International Convention City, Bashundhara (ICCB), Dhaka. Biman was the Airlines Partner of this event where it offered 20% discount on some popular tourism destinations. Biman stall was heavily crowded during the fair.

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Colourful Festival on World Tourism Day

A day-long colourful festival and musical show was held at Rabindra Sarabor, one of Dhaka's popular cultural hubs, on September 27 to celebrate the World Tourism Day with the theme of "Sustainable Tourism - a Tool for Development".

Aviation and Tourism Journalists' Forum of Bangladesh (ATJFB), a platform of journalists covering aviation and tourism affairs, with administrative support of Bangladesh Tourism Board (BTB) organised the festival styled "Tourism Fest 2017".

The festival was sponsored by national flag carrier Biman Bangladesh Airlines.

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In-Flight Services

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Biman has designed all menus to reflect the fresh, innovative cuisine of Bangladeshi culture with Western flair. Enjoy the comfort and service on-board your next flight. evsjv‡`‡ki cÖPwjZ Lvev‡ii m‡½ cvðv‡Z¨i Lvev‡ii bZyb D™¢vebx wg‡k‡j wegvb me ai‡bi ‡gby mvwR‡q‡Q| Avcbvi cieZ©x d¬vB‡U wegv‡b D‡V Gme Av‡qk Avi ‡mev Dc‡fvM Kiyb|

Breakfast Menu A range of fresh fruit juice offered in addition to sodas, cheese omelette, sautéed mushroom, croissant, fresh roll, butter, jam, tea and coffee.

Lunch Menu Garden salad with freshly picked seasonal vegetables.

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Main Course

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Chicken curry served with most unique fragrant rice from the nation’s own harvest, assorted seasonal vegetables sautéed, garnished with lemon and green chilli.

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Dessert Rice pudding flavoured with rose water and garnished with fresh scrambled nuts.

Dinner Menu

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Salad Fruit salad with freshly picked seasonal fruit.

Main Course Lamb curry served with fine grain rice cooked with moong dal, assorted seasonal vegetables sautéed, garnished with green chilli, butter-naan (in tandoor).

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Dessert

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Caramel custard garnished with canned peach.

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* Complementary beverage is served with all meals, and is available anytime on request.

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Incorporating suggestions from many of its travellers, Biman has the most creative menu you’ll find in the air. For the outbound flight from Dhaka, all the foods are carefully prepared by the Biman Flight Catering Centre (BFCC). BFCC proudly offers Flight Catering Services to many other airlines in the foot print. Unquestionably, the menus still taste wonderful at 30,000 feet. ågYKvix‡`i KvQ †_‡K cvIqv A‡bK A‡bK civgk© †hvM Kivi d‡j DÇq‡bi mgq Avcwb wegv‡bi †gbyUv‡KB me‡P‡q m„Rbkxj e‡j Avwe®‹vi Ki‡eb| XvKv †Q‡o evB‡i hvIqvi mgq Gi me Lvevi Lye mZK©Zvi m‡½ ˆZwi K‡i wegvb d¬vBU K¨vUvwis †m›Uvi (weGdwmwm)| Ab¨vb¨ AviI A‡bK GqvijvB‡ÝI M‡e©i m‡½ K¨vUvwis †mev w`‡q Avm‡Q weGdwmwm| Avi IB †gbyi ¯^v` 30,000 dzU Dc‡iI _vK‡e GK`g AUzU! Send your feedback to: customerrelations@bdbiman.com Biman Bangladesh Airlines provides quick & efficient check-in, advance check-in, lounge access, and handling facilities for 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. wegvb evsjv‡`k GqvijvBÝ `ªæZ I `¶ ‡PK-Bb, AvMvg ‡PK-Bb, jvDÄ A¨vK‡mm Ges ågY-m½xnxb Ac«vßeq¯‹‡`i Rb¨ we‡kl n¨vÛwjs‡qi gZ myweav w`‡q _v‡K| evsjv‡`‡ki me wegvbe›`‡i M«vDÛ n¨vÛwjs myweav QvovI GwU wek¦e¨vcx gvjvgvj cwien‡Yi ‡mev c«`vb K‡i _v‡K| wWDwU wd« c‡Y¨i wel‡q Z_¨ Rvbvi Rb¨ d¬vB‡U ‡h e«wkIi cvIqv hvq ‡mwU ‡`L‡Z cv‡ib|

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The event Loy Krathong if translated means, ‘float a basket’. Decorative baskets are released that remain afloat on the river and these baskets are called karathongs. The floating baskets create an amazing array of lights. The baskets are set afloat as one makes a wish.

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event Ed Sheeran Live

Music lovers can add to their list of events to attend with Ed Sheeran Live. So, gear up to jive on the songs like ‘Shape of you’, ‘Castle on the hill’ and many more. Enjoy the night full of soulful vocals from this Grammy award winner.

When: November 11-12 Where: Singapore

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FILM fest Film & Media Film Fest-03

The Film & Media Film Fest will be organised by the Stamford University’s Film and Media department. One can come to watch variety of genres at this fest.

When: November 12-14 Where: Dhaka, Bangladesh

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festival Nepal Music Festival

The biggest non-profit, annual and volunteer run, Nepal Music Festival offers live bands, arts and cultural presentations.

Besides all this, there are games, activities, good food and beverages to enjoy.

When: November 18 Where: Kathmandu, Nepal

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fair International Fashion & Lifestyle Fair

The International Fashion & Lifestyle Fair will include many fashion houses and designer labels. It will be a display of all your fashion needs and current trend in fashion.

When: November 23 Where: Dhaka, Bangladesh

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championship Malaysia National Lion Dance Championship

The 18th Malaysia National Lion Dance Championship is a bi-yearly affair where lion dancers compete in a test of skills, endurance and concentration. Teams from all over the country showcase their best performance.

When: December 2-3 Where: Pahang, Malaysia

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food International Coffee & Chocolate Exhibition

The International Coffee & Chocolate Exhibition showcases various products from the coffee and chocolate industry. The event also features the best equipment, services and products from regional and international producers and suppliers.

When: December 3-6 Where: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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concert Elton John Live

A highly anticipated concert of the Grammywinning legend, Elton John, will perform live for the audience.

When: December 8 Where: Dubai

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Kathmandu to Bandipur

A 148-km drive from Kathmandu will take you to the beautiful mountainous region of Bandipur.

With age-old cultural heritage, like temples, shrines and Newari architecture, Bandipur, today is developed into a prosperous trading centre and a community with town-like features. There is no motor-vehicle activity in the town and a lot of tables can be seen set out in the winding lanes of bazaars by the restaurants and cafes.

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It’s a popular beach destination for weekend campers who are water sports enthusiasts. The amazing landscape of Bir Zekreet has the presence of large escarpments with mushroom and pillar-like limestone formations. This region is a 90-km drive from Doha and is also a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Since there is no public transportation to reach here, the best way is to come in one’s own vehicle with a stock of water and food.

There is also a 9th century fort in the area called the Zekreet Fort.

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Rajshahi to Puthia

For a history buff, Puthia is a beautiful town.

It was named after the Puthia Raj family in the 16th century. A 25-km drive from Rajshahi division will land you in a complex of ancient temples and palaces, which was built by the same family. As it is a small place, it is better to walk around to enjoy the scenic historical aspect of the village. If one can’t walk, there’s an option of taking a rickshaw to visit the sites.

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Picturesque festival To boost adventure tourism in the state, Andhra Pradesh Tourism in association with E-Factor Adventure Tourism Pvt. Ltd a prominent company in India that operates commercial hot air ballooning flights in the name of SkyWaltz is organizing the 1st Araku Balloon Festival from November 14 – 16, 2017. The festival will have balloons flying over the beautiful valley region of Araku giving a picturesque aerial view of the

uncharted territory. The line-up comprises 16 balloons from different countries including India, Australia, Malaysia, Belgium, Switzerland, USA, South Korea, Spain, New Zealand, Brazil and Philippines. These include three “special shape” balloons featuring iconic characters like Iwi the Kiwi, Neptuno and Bee. The highlights of the festival also include night glows & tethered flights in the evening.

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Today December 16 is not just a national holiday, but a way to celebrate the nation's Independence By: S ha hana Hu d a Ra n j a n a

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"Joy bangla, banglar joy Hobe hobe hobe nischoi Koti pran eksathe jageche anoborti Natun surjo uthar eito somoy." -- The independent sunrise that Bangladesh saw 46 years ago is today celebrated with much gusto.

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Victory Day is celebrated all over the country.

The day is locally known as Bijoy Dibos.

witnessed its first independent sunrise on December 16, 1971.

Each year the nation celebrates the day with a lot of pride and honour. And the one man who is always remembered is Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. No one can forget his contribution in Bangladesh's Independence. From his early life, Bangabandhu showed the potential of leadership, who gradually grew as the

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torchbearer of the nation of Bangladesh.

By this, Bangabandhu managed to won the hearts of millions of his people, inside and outside the country. His courage, fearlessness and steadfast devotion to the cause of his people is always remembered by the people of this nation.

December 16 is no longer just another government holiday, today it has turned into a festival, referred to as the Victory Festival, and is celebrated across the nation with great enthusiasm.

In the initial days of the country gaining Independence, the government was in charge of the Victory Day celebrations.

Back in those days, the day began with the sound of cannons fired in the honour of the freedom fighters who sacrificed their life for the glory of the nation. The whole country would get brilliantly lit up with lights. Celebratory programmes were organised too.

What used to be a day rooted in culture, reserved primarily for the intellectual middle-class, has today transformed into a mass celebration. Preparations for the Victory Day now begin way in advance, with the markets overflowing with red and green

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colour, be it saris, kurtas, shirts, children’s clothing or jewellery. Fairs and programmes are organised. People decorate their houses with flowers of various kinds, so exotic flowers need to be sourced from all over the country to meet the demand.

Victory Day is more than just a celebration for the people of Bangladesh

That's not all. Newspapers and TV channels get busy printing and telecasting special events right from December 1. Everyone, irrespective of their gender, age or social status, flock to the streets. A palpable atmosphere of festivity surrounds the entire nation for weeks.

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Though December 16 is an official holiday, citizens along with President Abdul Hamid, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and representatives of political, social and cultural institutions join the memorial programme. The event commences by honouring the freedom fighters who lost their lives in the struggle of Independence and concludes with people heading towards the Rajpath in huge numbers. Citizens from all walks of life deck themselves up in red and green colour and unite in the spirit of brotherhood by taking part in the festivities of the day. Every hand holds the national flag with pride, fly pasts by Army aircraft crisscross the sky and the streets come alive with bright lights and patriotic songs.

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Both President and Prime Minister address the nation with separate messages .

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Daughter of the Sea:

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Explore full view of the rising and setting of the crimson sun in the calm waters of Bay of Bengal at the picturesque Kuakata, situated in southern Bangladesh By: Sa nia Aim a n

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(Above) Tree plantation in Kuakata; (Opposite page) Dry fish in the open

Kuakata’s coastline is dotted with Jhau trees

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The prime attraction of this 30-kmlong beach is the sunrise and the sunset.

There are many secluded spots with various small rivulets and canals falling into the sea.

The coastline is dotted with patches of the distinctly coastal ‘Jhau’ trees, each grove called a separate Jhau-bon. Walk a bit and you

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The air feels different here as if laden with the sea’s salt and its allure. In the more commonly visited patches of the beach, the very distinct smell of dried fish tends to attack the olfactory senses. The smell is quite welcoming to most tourists, especially the domestic ones, and many are seen happily buying their share after sifting through mounds of it. The fish are especially cured and favoured by most as a delicacy, with each area having their own way of preparing it.

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Winters in Kuakata are pleasant. It is, in fact, the best season to visit and enjoy the beauty that lies mostly untouched by civilisation.

There are no glitzy shopping malls or plazas, no wide thoroughfares and no hustle-andbustle of the larger cities. The few shops in temporary-looking shacks line the beach in the popular spots that have on offer ornaments made of beads, shell and plastic, and other products made of shells like hair clips, décor and mirrors.

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The eastern side of the beach is home to the Gangamati Reserve Forest. It’s a torn off piece of the famed Sundarbans, which used to cover the area. The forest has now receded away significantly towards the west into Khulna.

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Kuakata is a popular sanctuary too for migratory winter birds.

Kuakata is also a pilgrimage place for both Hindu and Buddhist communities.

The pristine, white sandy beach has gentle slopes into the Bay of Bengal. One can take bath in the sea or just walk on the sea shore.

Try local seafood delicacies, cooked in their own way. You will get freshly caught raw fish like coral, poa, prawn, hilsha, crabs and lobsters in most of the restaurants.

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Rash & Maghi Purnima Devotees arrive here to join the festival of Rash Purnima and Magh Purnima. On both occasions, devotees take holy bath in the beach.

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To visit Kuakata, you have to travel to Barisal and then take a bus There is also a significant community of Rakhine people in Kuakata, who settled here a few hundred years ago. It is said that the welldigging activities by the Rakhine gave the area its name. As the name goes, Kua means well, and Kata means dig. Some of those old wells still have potable water. One can go and visit the Rakhine settlement and also buy their brightly patterned handwoven cloth as a souvenir to take back home.

There is also a giant statue of the Buddha in the Rakhine-Polli, as they are followers of Buddhism. The old temple has been renovated to house the 30-feet golden statue. Special ceremonies are observed by the locals during the Rash Purnima and Magh Purnima festivals held on the day of full moon usually from October to February. Thousands of devotees flock the beach and perform religious activities by the beach.

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Fisherman Village In the fishermen village, you will get to see the lifestyle of fishermen. You may also go for fishing on the fishing boat with the local fishermen.

Savour Hilsha You may buy fresh Hilsha from the fishermen or taste the cooked spicy Hilsha (Tenualosa Hilsa) fish from the local restaurants.

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There’s plenty to see in the UK within a short commute from London

Oxford

Victorian poet Matthew Arnold once called Oxford “that sweet city with her dreaming spires”. Home to one of the world’s most famous universities, Oxford needs no introduction. For visitors, the architecture and atmosphere of the university – made up of more than three dozen colleges, synonymous with academic excellence – and

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their courtyards and gardens remain major attraction. The city of Oxford dates back to the early 12th century, having developed from an ancient Saxon village.

The city also has other places to offer from museums like the Ashmolean to the famous Covered Market and loads of Alice in Wonderland lore. Visit the Pitt Rivers Museum, also called the The University of Oxford’s museum of anthropology and world archaeology, for displays of artefacts, many in the original wooden display cabinets. A gift to the university from general Pitt Rivers, one of the special features of the museum is the arrangement of the collection according to the following typologies: musical instruments, weapons, masks, textiles, jewellery and tools.

This famous arrangement allows visitors to see how different challenges were solved in different eras.

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Another best day trips from London is

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(Clockwise from above) Colourful doors in Brighton, the Royal Pavilion, one of the street markets in Oxford, (Opposite page) Brighton street view

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(Clockwise from above) Stonehenge, inside view of neolithic houses, tourists visiting the neolithic houses

Brighton, a seaside city with something for everyone. From iconic tourist attractions to beach-front, there are lots of places to see in Brighton and Hove. Brighton has a wealth of attractions to enthrall all ages, and the Royal Pavilion is just one of them. The Royal Pavilion is a palace with an Indian-styled exterior and a Chinese-inspired interior.

A day at the seaside is not complete without a visit to Brighton Pier with its rides, activities, plenty of food and drink options and free deckchairs to relax and enjoy the view. Next door is the Victorian aquarium, Sea Life Brighton where you can learn about the creatures of the deep and watch a shark swimming over your head in the underwater tunnel. For those who like to get active, they can try their hand at

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Travel from London to Stonehenge on a day trip, and take in other sites along the way, such as the city of Bath.

Savour Ben’s Cookies Enter the Covered Market from the High Street and your nostrils will be hit by the smell of actual heaven – also known as Ben’s Cookies.

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sailing, kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding as well as classic beach sports, such as volleyball or frisbee. Alternatively, one can also hire a bike and explore the city limits or even ride into the beautiful countryside of the South Downs. Walkers are well catered for with theme tours such as Ghost Walks and foodie and history tours.

Stonehenge

One of England’s most famous landmarks, Stonehenge is a fascinating Neolithic circle that offers insights into ancient ways of life.

The symbol of Britain, a walk around the Stone Circle is the centrepiece of any visit to the Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site. With a history spanning 4,500 years, Stonehenge means different to different

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Take a costumed guided tour to Oxford Castle and explore 1000 years of Oxford’s history. Climb St. George’s Tower for views of the city’s skyline.

Shop Bicester Village Discover a luxury shopping experience at Bicester Village.

It has more than 130 boutiques of fashion and lifestyle brands.

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St Albans grew as part of suburban expansion of London during 19th and 20th century.

Two types of stone are used at Stonehenge: the larger sarsens and the smaller bluestones.

Oxford was once the capital of England during the English Civil War. Brighton is sometimes referred to as ‘London by Sea’.

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people today. It is a wonder of the world, a spiritual place and a source of inspiration.

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rooms giving the visitor an opportunity to discover the life and times of a major Roman city.

The Roman Theatre of Verulamium, a short walk from Verulamium Museum is the only visible example of its kind in Britain. It was linked to two temples dedicated to Romano-British gods, which was used primarily at times of religious festivals and also for armed combat and wild beast shows. The de Havilland Aircraft Museum prides itself on being Britain’s first aviation collection. The core of the collection is the unique Mosquito prototype, the only original Second World War prototype in the world. On display there is a variety of de Havilland aircraft, aero-engines, propellers, missiles, rockets and memorabilia. Whether for historic interest or purely for fun, you’ll be amazed at what you can do in and around St Albans!

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Stonehenge is a wonder of the world, spiritual place and a source of inspiration

(Below) St Albans Cathedral, (Opposite page left) Verulamium Museum, St Albans

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Sentosa Singapore’s bustling leisure island of Sentosa will spoil you with choices that give you thrill and relaxation, both By: Utsav Das

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A man-made island built for fun and recreation, the attractions in Sentosa Island include the expansive Resorts World, Universal Studios-Singapore, Tiger Sky Tower, Singapore Butterfly and Insect Kingdom and one of the largest collections of aquatic animals in the world, SEA aquarium. This is the perfect place to escape the hustle-and-bustle of the city and have fun with your loved ones.

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is always loved by tourists. Nicknamed ‘The Lion City’, it is today one of the most-visited cities in Asia. And the Sentosa Island tops the list of every leisure traveller.

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(Clockwise from below) Suspension bridge in Palawan Beach, fun rides, Universal Studios, (Opposite page) enjoying Luge ride

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Sentosa Beaches

Home to some of the finest beaches in Singapore, the pristine white beaches of Sentosa – Siloso, Palawan and Tanjong Beach

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- are perfect for de-stressing and fun parties.

While the beaches are manmade, there is nothing fake about the soft sand, which is imported from nearby Malaysia. Sentosa Island boasts 3.2 km of the white stuff. Visitors can do plenty of things, such as lounging at one of the beach restaurants, splashing around in the shallow warm sea or just finding a quiet spot underneath a palm tree with a good book for the afternoon.

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An attraction dedicated to families, Port of the Lost Wonder is right by the beach. Featuring a whole lot of play areas, theme slides and climbing frames, it has plenty of restaurants and retail options, especially for females. Port of the Lost Wonder organises games and activities throughout the day, both fun and educational for kids. They also put on their highly recommended ‘Bubble Party’ on the weekends.

Singapore Butterfly & Insect Kingdom

Showcasing more than 3,000 different

Fast Facts

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The island got the name Sentosa in 1972, which means, isle of tranquility.

Palawan Island is said to be the southernmost point of continental Asia.

Sentosa has the first theme park in Southeast Asia: Universal Studios.

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(Opposite page) Sentosa Island beach, (below) Drive to Sentosa

species of insects from across the world, the Singapore Butterfly & Insect Kingdom is set in a lush tropical background. There is plenty of vegetation and blooming flowers that create an authentic environment, as well as a few cascading waterfalls which help to cool the air. It is also home to some impressive jungle parrots and there is an area dedicated to reptiles as well.

Golf Club

Sentosa Golf Club boasts not one, but two 18-hole golf courses. Although Singapore has numerous golf clubs, few rival the one found at Sentosa, in terms of the quality of the course and its status. Those visiting Singapore without the essential gears shouldn’t worry: Sentosa Golf Club provides all the facilities and equipment needed, including buggy cars, caddies and clubs for hire. On site, there are also locker rooms, a driving range, shops, several bars and restaurants and meeting spaces. Everything you need all conveniently in one club.

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Golden

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The golden pagodas of Southeast Asia symbolise different qualities of human life. These monuments open to all race and creed inspire peace and serve as a pavilion for meditation

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Golden Pagoda of Nan Lian Garden, Hong Kong The Nan Lian Garden, built in Tang dynasty architecture style, is a joint project of Chi Lin Nunnery. It’s a scenic garden with methodically placed water features, hills, rocks and elegant wooden structures.

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Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon Shwedagon Pagoda is covered with hundreds of gold plates and the top of the stupa is encrusted with 4,531 diamonds. It has hundreds of colourful temples, stupas and statues.

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Kaunghmudaw Pagoda, Myanmar The Kaunghmudaw Pagoda is known for its egg-shaped design, which is different from usual pyramid-shaped pagodas. There are Buddhist relics inside the chamber and a massive Buddha statue.

The lowest terrace is decorated with 802 stone lanterns.

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Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, Myanmar Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda houses five different gilded images of Buddha, which have been totally covered in gold leaf. Only men are allowed to offer gold foil onto the image of Buddha.

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Wat Pasawangboon, Thailand Wat Pasawangboon stands in the centre surrounded by smaller stupas on the circular pedestal. Wat Pasawangboon also houses 84,000 Lord Buddha’s relics.

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Global Vipassana Pagoda, India With real gold in the spire, the centre of this pagoda contains the world’s largest stone dome without any supporting pillars.

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A new breed of high-end clutches to suit your everyday rock ‘n’ roll style By: N ag m a n i

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world of luxe sophistication stays alive on a non-stop flow of creative ideas. After all, this is what makes life absolute fun, exciting and rewarding. The one luxury accessory item where it’s most applied is a handbag—something that a woman can’t live without, thus experiencing a magical turnaround in its overall design aesthetic.

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†Kej n¨vÛe¨vM †_‡K †ewk wKQy, wejvmeûj wKQy| Tessier’s first stint happened to be working as an interior designer because she had been passionate about digging into the artisanal practices in France, leading her to study design and decoration at Académie Charpentier in Paris. Now looking to put her interior design

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skills into practice, she joined Rémi Tessier’s (one of the world’s most influential interior designers today and now her husband) design agency. “I teamed up with Jean François Lesage to embroider Rémi Tessier’s furniture collection.

This incredible art of embroidery and handmade knowledge fascinated me most. I just fell in love with it,” she says.

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Since Tessier wanted to wear it herself, she decided to experiment with her vintage jeans first; adorning them with crystals, radiant threads and semi-precious stones. “I was wearing them during Art Basel Miami Beach.

People liked my jeans so much that I started getting personal orders to customise their denim collections,” she says.

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Although, this business model had the potential to grow, Tessier’s heart and soul wasn’t allowing her to get into it. Rather, she was looking for something grand to get involved in. That’s how the idea of designing clutches dawned on her. She says, “You reveal yourself through your handbags or clutches. You may be considered a serious, classic, funny, luxurious, or original woman.

This is the ultimate fashion accessory for a woman.” All her creations are handmade, which she believes, is a rare thing to find out in today’s world. Therefore, things that make Tessier’s designed clutches unique enough

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(Clockwise from above right) Clutch with different currency notes, clutch with sun sign printed, embroidery being done on a bag

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Every collection of Preciously Paris is aimed at telling some sort of story that women could relate to

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(Above) Usage of rock crystals on Tessier's bags sourced from Goossens, (right) a designed clutch

to stand out are primarily due to her use of traditional embroidery techniques with a funny and arty spirit. Tessier’s inspiration for all this big stuff essentially comes from her travels and the contemporary art exhibitions she keeps visiting.

“I designed clutches with different countries’ bank notes carved into them in order to relive that moment when I first travelled to those amazing places,” she says.

Tessier clutches are symbolic of luxury fabrics that go into the making of them. “I use Japanese denim, satin and silk velvet. I also collaborate with Toyen Sellers to develop handmade fabrics exclusively for my product line,” she says, adding, “When it comes to collecting rock crystals, I look nowhere but the famous Goossens company in Paris.”

Every collection of Tessier is aimed at telling some sort of fascinating story that women out there could relate to. Her precious creations serve to uplift the lifestyle of jetset women who love handmade products as well as appreciate the quality craft.

Unsurprisingly, famous celebs and women bloggers have been spotted carrying Tessier’s clutches.

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Flavours

Chefs unleash their imagination and create desserts like never before By: Min i R ibeiro

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roasted corn cheesecake to matcha tea mousse and bacon ice-cream to mushroom mille-feuille, unusual desserts are common now. Vegetables, fruits, spices and even savoury non-vegetarian elements are being incorporated in desserts these days. Chefs are thus playing with ingredients as never before – some basic, seemingly mundane and others unconventional and unusual.

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Chef Vivek Kadam, Pastry Chef, explains, “While getting the classics right is great, sometimes experimenting can lead to brilliant new combinations that offer guests a unique culinary experience. We look for ingredients that can best complement each other to give a perfectly balanced amalgamation of flavour, taste and quirk.”

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Desserts from across the world

Spain Churros With origins in Spain, churros come in variety of shapes, viz. thin, knotted, straight. Often glazed with sugar, they are dipped in caramel or hot chocolate.

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Chef Sahil Sabhlok, opines, “I prefer introducing the quirky ingredient as a flavour in the whole dessert or try bringing in an element of surprise as a part of the main dessert if the experiment is too bold.”

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Veggies and fruits galore

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Who thought veggies would make their way into lip-smacking desserts. Well, chefs are unleashing their creativity and picking up vegetables for desserts too.

Carrots have long been used in cupcakes and even cheese cakes, but now, beetroot has caught the fancy of chefs. Cookies, brownies, cakes and halwa alike are being made using beetroot. It is the colour that usually attract chefs and diners. From beetroot and apple doughnuts, beetroot tarts and pudding, the list is endless. Sweet potato may not exactly be a popular tuber, yet, it is sought after by chefs and that too for desserts. It is camouflaged in a manner that guests cannot even guess the main ingredient in a dessert.

The subtle and nutty flavours of parsnip along with its inherent sweetness are suddenly being explored by chefs across the

Belgium Éclair Éclairs, a Belgian dessert, are baked until crisp and hollow inside. Once cool, the pastry is filled with variety of fillings that range from chocolate, vanilla to fruit flavours.

Middle East Basbousa Basbousa is made from semolina soaked in sweet syrup, which may contain rose water or orange flower water.

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Powdered green tea lends its hue to many desserts from macarons to tea cakes to crème brulee to brownies.

globe. From cakes to muffins, parsnips are being used for a myriad desserts. Combining spices, hung curd or zesty lemon flavours along with parsnip, enhances its flavours and chefs are going all out. Avocado, a fruit with a subtle taste and creamy texture is also a part of a chef’s repertoire now for desserts.

This fruit seamlessly meshes with chocolate, giving a velvety texture to the mousse or even puddings, yogurt and tarts. It works well with coconut, pistachios, as it does with other fresh fruits, especially berries.

Using tea

Matcha or powdered green tea, with its luminescent emerald colour, lends its hue to many desserts from macarons to tea cakes and from crème brulee to brownies.

Dark chocolate matcha cake, matcha dusted chocolate truffles, matcha oreo brownies, are typical favourites. Chocolate pairs well with the earthy flavoured matcha green tea, according to chefs.

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(Above) Beetroot puff pastry, (Opposite page) avocado lemon cake

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(Above) Chocolate cheesecake

Masala Chai, the country’s favourite local spiced tea is also being incorporated in cheesecakes and crème brulees.

Spice it up

Cinnamon has always been included generously in desserts.

But chefs have now turned their attention to star anise.

Chocolate truffles with star anise, custards with star anise, baked apples with star anise chefs are serving it all.

Cinnamon has always been included generously in desserts

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Savoury is sweet

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Lamb mince may sound like bizarre ingredient for anything sweet, but today, chefs are using it in cookies , ice creams desserts and creamy halwa. It can easily be combined with peanut butter, milk and chocolate and converted to desserts like brownies, cheesecake and cupcakes.

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b‡f¤^i-wW‡m¤^i 2017Õi Rb¨ U¨viU fwel¨ØvYx Tarot predictions for November-December 2017 by Manisha Koushik

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Aries (‡glivwk)

Taurus (e…livwk)

Gemini (wg_ybivwk)

Something special may be in store for you on the romantic aspect. You will cruise smoothly on the academic front. Gaining the trust of potential clients is important for business, so make extra efforts.

You are likely to get tested by the circumstances, so don’t succumb to it. Some progress may be made in acquiring property.

Those academically inclined are likely to distinguish themselves in any contest.

Uncertainty may prevail at work. You may not be in a mood to save money or limit your expenditure. Taking care of someone who means to you, is likely to be an immensely fulfilling experience.

Lucky number: 22, Lucky colour: Coffee

Lucky number: 5, Lucky colour: Sky Blue

Lucky number: 17, Lucky colour: Baby Pink

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†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 5, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: AvKvwk bxj

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 17, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: †ewe wcsK

Cancer (KK©Uivwk)

Leo (wmsnivwk)

Virgo (Kb¨vivwk)

Follow fitness advice. Financial management may steer you smoothly regarding taxes. You may find yourself facing a competitive situation on the academic front, so give your best.

Your lack of appropriate response to an incident may offend someone. Academic front turns promising. It is better to stick with your true nature than to project what you are not.

Favourable outcome of your endeavours can bring someone on the threshold of marriage. Your negotiating skills may seal an important deal. Good health is assured if careful.

Lucky number: 7, Lucky colour: Lavender

Lucky number: 11, Lucky colour: Magenta

Lucky number: 9, Lucky colour: Golden Brown

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†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 7, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: j¨v‡fÛvi

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 11, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: g¨v‡R›Uv

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 9, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: †mvbvjx ev`vgx

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Manisha Koushik is an astrologer, Tarot Card reader, Numerologist, Vastu & Feng Shui consultant.

libra (Zyjvivwk)

scorpio (e…wðKivwk)

sagittarius (abyivwk)

You can expect something new to happen.

Performance on the professional front is likely to boost your career prospects.

A short visit out of town to a friend or relative can be planned.

Whatever you do, do not cross swords with anyone influential, as it may go against you.

Financial front will remain stable. Love is likely to get rediscovered on the marital front through your efforts.

Hasty investments can make you miss some great opportunities. Brush up on the academic front. Your relaxed attitude at work may send wrong signals, be cautius.

Lucky number: 12, Lucky colour: White

Lucky number: 3, Lucky colour: Royal Blue

Lucky number: 18, Lucky colour: Dark Grey

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†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 12, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: mv`v

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 3, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: iq¨vj ey

†mŠfv‡M¨i msL¨v: 18, †mŠfv‡M¨i iO: Mvp a~mi

Capricorn (gKiivwk)

Aquarius (Ky¤i ¢ vwk)

Pisces (gxbivwk)

Your performance at work will be praised and you can expect better pay package. Recreating the old magic on the romantic front is on the cards for some.

Don’t let past issues disturb you. A break that you had been hoping on the professional front is likely to materialise. Good profits promise to make your wealth grow.

Hiring suitable accommodation seems to be problematic. Limited access to something you urgently need at work may frustrate. Handle work with ease on the academic front.

Lucky number: 22, Lucky colour: Off-White

Lucky number: 1, Lucky colour: Maroon

Lucky number: 6, Lucky colour: Violet

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you’ve just landed in Muscat and have a bit of time before you’re required to hop onto your next flight as you continue your journey. Fortunately, Muscat has plenty of sights and sounds to offer.

This is a laid-back city, where people are warm, friendly and always welcoming.

As you exit the airport, look for the readily available blue-and-white Marhaba cabs. Specially designed for tourists, it is an excellent and affordable mode of conveyance around the city. Hop in, and let’s explore Muscat!

Old World Charm

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(Below) Nakhal Fort, (Opposite page) view of the Al Alam Palace

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Oman. There’s also no better way to catch a glimpse of traditional Omani life than down by the Corniche. Some of the city’s oldest buildings, with their sturdy wooden frames, stained glass windows and whitewashed fronts dominate the Corniche.

The cultural jewel of the Sultanate of Oman, the Royal Opera House was opened in 2011

Al Alam Palace

While at the Corniche, do ask your cabbie to take you to Al Alam Palace, the home of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said, the Sultanate’s much-loved and universally respected monarch.

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Al Alam Palace was built by Imam Sultan Bin Ahmed, the seventh direct grandfather of the current Sultan, over 200 years ago.

The palace boasts of the stunning blue and gold architecture with its fluted columns, gorgeous stained glass architecture and alabaster facade, which is grand in design, but still retains an air of quiet humility in keeping with the ethos of the Omani nation.

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Savour Mandazi A culinary nod to Oman’s Swahili history, Mandazi is a triangular-shaped bread, which was brought to the Sultanate by Zanzibari families who settled here.

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Royal Opera House Visit Bait Al Zubair A privately owned museum by Zubair family, it houses one of the largest Omani heritage and permanent art collections of the country.

Shop Nizwa Souq Nizwa Souq is within the realms of Nizwa Fort. It has tailor shops, jewellery stores, hardware stores, pottery and much more.

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The cultural jewel of the Sultanate of Oman, the Royal Opera House Muscat was opened in 2011, 10 years after it was commissioned by the Sultan, a patron of the arts.

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Now under the Ritz-Carlton umbrella, Al Bustan was Oman’s first five-star hotel and has played host to many world leaders and global icons. A host of sumptuous meals await you at the resort’s plethora of fine dining restaurants, as does a splendid afternoon high tea. To truly indulge the senses, you could lie back on the beach, or head to the spa for an out-of-this-world treat.

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Qurum Beach

A popular hangout spot for friends and families alike, Qurum beach is more of an experience. You could enjoy an ice-cold coffee by the sea as you re-energise yourself from your frolic in the water, or you could relish a leisurely lunch at many of the French, Italian and Continental-themed restaurants by the waters’ edge. You could also just take a long walk along the seashore for relaxation.

Biman connects Dhaka-MuscatDhaka with six weekly flights (biman-airlines.com)

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(Clockwise from below) Corniche and the old town, Omani men celebrating with songs and dances, Muttrah Souq, (Opposite page) beach at the Barr Al Jissah

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Airport office Osmani international airport, Sylhet.

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Entry/ Exit

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

Interior Arrangement of Boeing 777-200ER (12J+21W+286Y = 319PAX) Entry/ Exit

Emergency Exit

Emergency Exit

Entry/ Exit

Emergency Exit Rows 1-43 (Rows No. 3-7 are omitted.)

Entry/ Exit

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Interior Arrangement of Q 400 Aircraft S2-AGR Passenger Compartment Y Class 74 Seats Emergency Exit

Service Door

FWD PAX DOOR

AFT PAX DOOR Pitch: 19 X 31”

Biman Bangladesh Airlines Fleet Data TECHNICAL DETAILS

AIRCRAFT 777-300ER

777-200ER

737-800

Passengers

35 J + 384 Y

12 J + 21 W + 286 Y

12 J+ 150 Y

Engines (maximum thrust)

GE90-100 (115,300 lbs.)

PW4090 (90,000 lbs.)

CFM56-7 (26,300 lbs.)

Maximum Fuel Capacity

181,300 liters

171,200 liters

26,025 liters

Maximum Takeoff Weight

755,000 lbs

632,499 lbs

70,987 kg

Maximum Range

7,825 NM (14,490 km)

7725NM (14316 km)

5,665 km

Typical Cruise Speed

905 km/h

1000 km/h

828 km/h

Wing span

212 ft. 7 in (64.8 m)

199 ft. 11 in (60.9 m)

112 ft. 7in (34.315 m)

With winglets

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)

129 ft. 6 in (39.472 m)

Tail Height

60 ft. 8 in (18.49 m)

60 ft. 8 in (18.49 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)

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 and may vary according to routes.

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