Photo: Rashad Imam TanmoyThe largest mangrove forest in the world, with a startling biodiversity that includes none other than the Royal Bengal Tiger... you already know I’m talking about the Sundarbans. Dakshin RaiWidely recognized as the chief deity in association to the Sundarbans, Dakshin Rai is said to be the shape-shifting god who rules over the demons and beasts that prowl the heavily forested wetlands. Various rituals are performed for Dakshin Rai every new moon, during which animals are sacrificed and music played all night long to appease him. It is believed that Bon Bibi and Dakshin Rai will be arch-enemies until the end of time. Begho BhootRecently, the dwindling numbers of the Royal Bengal Tiger is slowly becoming common knowledge.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 20, 2019 14:10 UTC