Dhaka

Located about 20 kilometres north of Dhaka, in the area of Kurmitola, the Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) is the country's largest airport. The easiest way to get to the city is by taxi, which should take about 30 minutes. Travellers are recommended to take an authorised taxi from the prepaid booth inside the terminal. It is also possible to walk to the main road to catch a bus to the city. They are very affordable, but often overcrowded. Lastly, there are car rental services available at the arrival terminal.

Traffic in Dhaka can be overwhelming, often involving deadlock traffic jams taking hours to clear up. City buses are the most common form of transport in Dhaka. They are cheap, but often so crowded you'd be lucky to squeeze through the door. And the routes can be confusing, so unless you know exactly which bus to take, it might be best to stick to private transport. Taxis are most easily found at busy intersections or hotel lobbies. They are seldom metered, so be sure to settle on a price before getting in. Alternatively, pedal- and motor-rickshaws (CNGs) are everywhere, and they are a very inexpensive way to get around, but be prepared to haggle and endure a lot of traffic.

Taxis can be a convenient way to get around Dhaka. To find one, head to a busy intersection or a hotel lobby. As taxis rarely have meters, it's important to agree on a price before getting in. BDCabs is a reputable taxi company to consider.

The Bangladesh postal system, managed by Bangladesh Post Office, ensures reliable mail and parcel delivery across the country.

Pharmacies are ubiquitous in Dhaka, and the Daktar Bhai website meticulously catalogues them by city district.

Country code: +880 Area code: 2

In Bangladesh, you will encounter power plugs and sockets of type C (two round pins), type D (three round pins), type G (three square pins, like in the UK) and type K (two round pins plus a grounding pin). The standard voltage is 220 V at 50 Hz.