As a center important to Buddhism, Hilsa has connections to Bangkok, Singapore, Colombo, Thimphu and Yangon.
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The main exports include rice, coconut, betel nut, banana, betel leaf, chili, Hilsa, and other types of fish.
The border crossing at Hilsa is a main entry point for treks going to and coming from Mount Kailash.
The kinds of fish that typically used in Bengali and Oriya households are Hilsa (called Ilisi), Rohu (called Rohi), and Catla (called Bhakura).