What $10 or less gets you in Bangladesh

Drew has visited over 95 countries since 2012 and plans to visit every country before he turns 30. 

As a personal experience, Drew’s list is an interesting tip for travellers on a budget and us locals who often forget to savour what the country has to offer. 

• Chicken masala and naan – Tk120 ($1.49)
• Rickshaw ride – Tk20 ($0.28)
• Ticket to Panam city – Tk100 ($1.33)
• Sunglasses from New Market – Tk150 ($1.87)
• A book (Chicken Soup For The Soul) from Nilkhet – Tk120 ($1.5)
• Mutton leg roast and polao – Tk180 ($2.25)
• A refreshing coconut from the roadside – Tk30 ($0.38)
• A plate of fuchka– Tk30 ($0.38)
• A cup of tea from a roadside tea stall – Tk20 ($0.25)
• A bottle of water – Tk20 ($0.25)

 

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Can you understand why nobody is on time here in #Dhaka? This is the worst traffic I've seen in my entire life... Which city do you think has the worst traffic? Comment below! ???

A post shared by  Drew Binsky (@drewbinsky) on Feb 8, 2017 at 4:27am PST

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Drew of course became rapidly familiar with the traffic heritage of Bangladesh as well as the architectural marvels.

 

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Made it safely to #Bangladesh!! Having an incredible tour of the bustling capital city of #Dhaka today with some new local friends. This shot was at the 17th century #Lalbagh Fort, which looks like a baby Taj Mahal (with no lines) ??

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Drew logs his worldwide travel experience on Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat. What do you think you can get for $10 (approx. Tk800) in Bangladesh? Tell us in text or pictures or videos.