What is Bangladesh called?

Bangladesh is officially called the People's Republic of Bangladesh. ????

It's located in South Asia, and it's bordered by India to the west, north, and east, and Myanmar to the southeast. The Bay of Bengal is to the south.

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Here are some other names that Bangladesh is sometimes called:

• The Land of Bengal: This is a literal translation of the name Bangladesh in Bengali, the country's official language.
• Sonar Bangla: This means "Golden Bengal" in Bengali and is used to refer to the country's rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
• Desh of Mujib: This is a term used by some Bangladeshis to refer to their country in honor of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the first President of Bangladesh and the "Father of the Nation."

I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions about Bangladesh.

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