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Pahela Baishakh: where to celebrate?

Reading Time: 3 minutes Waking up to the merry notes of chirping birds, you freshen up and dress in your red-and-white traditional wears. Basking in the golden rays of the scorching April sun, you head out to grab a breakfast of Panta-Ilish and join the festivities. You leap with joy as the warmth of the colors, masks, festoons and the music kindles you on the inside. Living up to the title of the song, indeed, “রঙ্গে ভরা বৈশাখ আবার আইলো রে”. With the arrival of this long awaited event, comes the decision of choosing how to spend it. Seeing Dhaka donning festive colors and getting a new look, you will come across different occasions and fairs. We bring to you a list of places to go to celebrate events with your loved ones. Ramna Batamul The celebrations by Chayanaut’s in-house artists start as soon as dawn breaks, under the big banyan tree at Ramna Park.…

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Popular Traditional Dishes for Pahela Baishakh

Reading Time: 2 minutes “There is no sincerer love than the love of food” It almost feels as if this quote was meant for us Bangladeshis, considering how food is a vital part of all our celebrations. Baishakh is approaching and so is the long awaited colorful Bengali festival: Pahela Baishakh. Nowadays, this joyous occasion is celebrated with colorful parades, traditional music and dances. Food remains a big highlight of this event. Thus, we bring you some special traditional meals you can prepare and enjoy on this day. Panta and Ilish Bhaja Most Bangladeshi people opt for this traditional dish over all others as it marks the Noboborsho festivities and is one of the greatest highlights of the day. Panta, leftover rice soaked in water, is served with a flavorful, crispy Ilish bhaja and a pinch of salt, lime and roasted red or green chilies. Being a prominent traditional delicacy of Bangladesh, this dish truly…

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How To Make Your Home Presentable To Buyers

Reading Time: 6 minutes Are you still waiting to get a prospective buyer for the house you want to sell? The time, effort and some limited fiscal investment can ensure you competitive margin to sell your home when you want, at the price you want. Hence, if you are waiting to get the best price, you might need to give a check to things which would help in speeding up the whole selling process. Selling a house has a lot to do with the layout of the building, type of property and size of land and so on. However, many other elements directly influence buying decisions. The way you present your house involves trust issues since the prospective buyers are compelled to make a big investment. So it’s compulsory to be transparent and honest with what you have and proceed with bargaining for the value you deserve. Interested buyers mostly decide within a very…

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Technologies for a Greener Life

Reading Time: 2 minutes The adverse effects of technology on the environment has been haunting humans for a long time. Global Warming, and Climate Change are phrases that have made people conscious about how our actions impacts the Earth. Today there are many new inventions that are designed to be environmentally friendly. These technologies are becoming increasingly popular in the west. Some popular eco-friendly technologies that can make homes better are presented below. Solar Windows Solar windows look like a regular windows but with superpowers. These windows let light pass through the glass but captures infra-red light and turns it into energy. These windows are coated with a transparent dye that allows it to store energy.  These windows can usually generate enough energy for an entire household. Rain Water harvesting Systems In a tropical climate like ours, this can be a very good tool in the monsoon. Harvesting rain water is one of the…

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Architecture: The Art that Functions

Reading Time: 2 minutes “Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness”. As the world famous American architect Frank Owen Gehry, noted for designing world-renowned attractions ranging from titanium-clad museums to tall skyscrapers to Walt Disney halls mentioned, architecture indeed is an art with timeless beauty. Be it the work of award-winning contemporary architect Rafiq Azam in specialized modern architectural creations inspired from lavish greenery and river landscapes of Bengal or the work of architect Marina Tabassum when designing Bait Ur Rouf Mosque, various architects of our country have shown immense dexterity when it comes to adaptability for various architectural changes. They made extensive efforts that would someday see the day of light, resulting in beautiful architectural designs. Struggling over the years and travelling across borders, these architects have envisioned, nurtured, brought forth their ideas, and gave them the face of reality. When Ukranian pastry chef and former architect Dinara…

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Perks of Living in Bashundhara

Reading Time: 2 minutes Over the years, the largest residential area of the country, Bashundhara Residential Area, has become one of the toppers in the list of most searched locations by prospective home buyers. This is primarily due to the conveniences offered when living in this area and the plethora of well-planned roads, supermarkets, playgrounds, hospitals and eateries nearby. With the right balance of serenity and accessibility to various amenities, Bashundhara fulfills the demands of every home buyer looking for elusive peace of mind amidst the hectic life of the city. An experience of Tranquility Visual and noise pollution have become common occurrences in our congested Dhaka city. However, Bashundhara offers its residents an opportunity to enjoy the lush greenery and fresh air away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Taking a stroll in blocks I, J and K could be a start to refresh yourself by being surrounded with nature. The 300…

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Spice up your Outdoor Space in a Budget

Reading Time: 2 minutes The urban jungle that we live in offers very little opportunity to create a personalized nook for ourselves. We live in buildings cramped with people that limits our view to only the next concrete structure. At best, we are granted with balconies or a tiny front yard if we are lucky. The western images of gorgeous porch and patio décors often leave us envious. Nevertheless, there are some tricks to engineering your space and making it look just as appealing and that too on a budget! Smart Furniture For your outdoor spaces, you don’t always have to buy a new sitting arrangement. Use your old chairs or even planks of wood to be used for sitting. You can use bold and vibrant paint to make them look nice or just some colorful cushions to cover it up. You can also find water resistant cushions specially made for outdoor use. If…

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10 Popular Hotels in our Beautiful Bangladesh

Reading Time: 4 minutes Bangladesh has attracted travelers at home and abroad with its spectacular picturesque beauty. With landscapes resembling a magical tapestry woven in green by nature and zigzag waterways throughout the country, Bangladesh is one of the finest destinations to travel. With the idea of traveling comes the decision of planning your next holiday. Here are some of the most popular hotels and resorts of Bangladesh to help you get started. Hotel The Westin Dhaka This hotel offering its guests an unforgettable stay is located in Gulshan Circle 2. With over 235 rooms offering world-class facilities and amenities, an outdoor heated pool, various entertainment choices and five restaurants with international cuisines, the tallest hotel of Bangladesh, The Westin, is a popular choice for staying among travelers. Hotel Le Meridian Dhaka Located near the airport in Dhaka, this hotel is noted for its elegant interiors featuring sophisticated color schemes and an unrivaled service…

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Color of the Month: Blue

Reading Time: 2 minutes Are you feeling blue yet? Because this month is all about the BLUES. Blue is a color with endless possibilities. Blue is harmony. Blue is elegance. Blue is freshness. Introducing blue to your interior can add a very interesting touch to the aura of the room. Let us look at some of the ways you can add a blue twist to your home decor. Fifty Shades of Blue Blue has so many shades to choose from. Each shade sends a different message to the eyes and has varied resemblances. So, before you start working with blue in your interior, you must know what you want your room to feel like. If you desire a very fresh, calm and airy feel to your interior you should go for the cool and rather lighter shades of blue like: Sky blue, Ocean blue, Teel, Sapphire or Pastel blue. For a more sophisticated and…

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Artificial Intelligence: a Curse or a Blessing?

Reading Time: 3 minutes Simply put, Artificial Intelligence refers to a machine with the unique ability to think. AI possesses the capacity to do things that were previously thought to require human intelligence. An AI may be programmed to demonstrate skills like: visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, translation between languages and so on. The very concept of Artificial Intelligence has surfaced for the betterment of humankind. Yet, the term AI is feared by many. Hollywood has contributed in further demonizing AI with movies like ‘The Matrix’ and ‘Terminator’. But is AI really that big of a threat? Let’s take a look: Good things first, Fast and Efficient: AI is designed to carry out tasks much faster and with a better precision than humans would normally do. AI can take on mundane tasks that would be too boring for humans and complete it without any complaints. Error Free: Unlike humans, AI is programmed to do all the…

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