Flag Description Green with a large red disk slightly to the hoist side of center; the red sun of freedom represents the blood shed to achieve independence; the green field symbolizes the lush countryside, and secondarily, the traditional color of islam.Currency Taka. Astronomy Today's date is July 4, 2008. There is currently a Last Quarter Moon. Location Southern asia, bordering the bay of bengal, between burma and india. Climate Tropical; mild winter (october to march); hot, humid summer (march to june); humid, warm rainy monsoon (june to october). Terrain Mostly flat alluvial plain; hilly in southeast. Elevation Extremes The lowest point is at Indian Ocean 0 m. The highest point is at Keokradong 1,230 m. |