Kuyakata

A rare scenic spot on the southernmost tip of Bangladesh in Patuakhali district Kuakata has a wide sandy beach from where one can see both the sunrise and sunset. Kuakata is located at a distance of 70 km. from the district headquarters of Patuakhali. This sandy beach slopes gently to the Bay of Bengal and bathing here is as pleasant as is diving or simply lazing on the beach. The virgin beaches of Kuakata, lined by coconut trees, are a sanctuary for migratory winter birds. Kuakata has a picture perfect setting where life is laid back and time seems unhurried. The Bay is alive with colorful sail boats, surfing, fishing or walking on the beach - Kuakata offers something for everyone.Kuakata is a place of pilgrimage for the Hindu and Buddhist communities. Devotees arrive here during the festival of ' Raash Purnima' and 'Maghi Purnima'-- two sacred full moon festivals. A bath in the Bay is a part of the ritual. Fairs are also held where one can buy handloom and other handicraft items. A visit to a Rakhyne family and the hundred year old Buddist temple should be on each visitor's itinerary.Kuakata has road communication with Dhaka, but the journey may be long and a bit stressful. A much easier way is to go to Barisal by air and from there travel by road or water to Patuakhali or Kuakata. BRTC runs a direct bus service from Dhaka to Kuakata via Barisal. Besides, Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation may organize guided package tours from Dhaka to Kuakata on demand.

The Silent Island

A very small island as well as a protected reserve forest with full of Bio-diversity situated at Hatia Upozila under Noakhali district is surrounded by sea-girt coast “Nijhum Dip” This is the only reserve forest in Bangladesh where there is no carnivorous animals. Nijhum Dip is full of Mangrove vegetation. It looks like the Shundorbon a little bit. For, there are Canals, Creeks & trees of mangrove species like the Sundorbon. The beach is not mere sandy; it is something clay mixed. The transportation & communication system depends on local boat or engine boat to reach over there. At the time of silent boating or tracking through the forest fortunate tourist can observe birds of different spices ie. Migratory & inland birds & spotted deer. The spectacular Sun-rise & Sun-set view from this little island for the travelers is very much amusing.

St. Martin's Island

St. Martin’s a coral island having about 13 sq.km area with an average height of 5 feet from the sea-level is like a “Floating Lotus Leaf” on the blue bosom of the north Bay of Bengal along with an islet called “Chhera Dwep” at a distance of about 9 nautical miles from the tip of cox’s bazaar-Teknaf peninsula within Bangladesh water limit formed the southernmost part of Bangladesh is full of herbs, creepers & bushes having with about 182 species of wild lives & birds. The main vegetation are coconut trees, betel nut & bamboos in the island but specially, for the abundance of coconut trees the local name of the island is “Narikel Jinjira”. Visitors can collect sea-shells & oysters from the beach & even sometimes living corals can be found in the reef at the time of ebb-tide. Mostly, the local people are fisherman & they have lots of fishing experience in different seasons in the sea. So at night time visitors may pass their idle time exclusively with them & have nice & colorful experience of their fishing & family life.

Cox's Bazar Beach

Miles of golden sands, towering cliffs, surfing waves, rare conch shells, colorful Pagodas, Buddhist Temples and delightful sea-food - all this makes what Cox's Bazar is today, the tourist capital of Bangladesh. The World's longest uninterrupted (120 km.) beach slopes here down to the blue waters of the Bay of Bengal against the picturesque background of a chain of hills covered with deep green forests. Cox's Bazar is one of the most attractive tourist spots in the world. The warm, shark free, waters are good for bathing and swimming & while the sandy beaches offer opportunities for sun-bathing. The beauty of the setting-sun behind the waves of the sea is simply captivating. Locally made cigars and handloom products of the tribal Rakhyne families are good buys. Located at a distance of 152 km. south of Chittagong, Cox's Bazar is connected both by air and road from Dhaka and Chittagong. Visit to the fascinating picnic spots at Himchari and Teknaf, the Buddhist Temple at Ramu and nearby islands of Sonadia and St. Martin's, Inane Beach and Moheshkhali are certain to become unforgettable experiences for every visitor.