Visiting Bandarban and Rangamati
As far as tourism goes, has been one of Bangladesh 's best-kept secrets.
The city Hilltracts with all their ethnic diversity and natural beauty have through the decades captured the imagination of tourists and travelers alike. The lure of lush green hilliforests, bordering Myanmar. The soft slopping hills and anthropological appeal of ethnic varieties have in the past, as the logistic facilities were poor. Most commonly Rangamati, arguably one of the most desire tourist's sites in Bangladesh has developed tourism to some extents. The breath trekking landscape has a pleasant climate being its main attraction. At the same time the concept of tourism has evolved over the years.
The Guide Tours Ltd. is a renowned tour operator in Bangladesh which has set some exclusive ventures. The Tracts City of Bandarban is naturally equipped and flourishes itself, as hilly resorts where tourists are feel homely. Its flora and fauna, bamboo cottages of its ethnic peoples and their life styles, every day struggle have made this hilly site a picturesque natural hub where the community is safe and sound.
Some leading tour operators have come to realize that their guests want more out of their trips other then scenic beauty regarding the factors kept in there mind is to motivate the tourist in a different manner. The Guide Tour Ltd. is in building the "Hillside Resort" just 4 k.m. away from Bandarban town on Chimbuk road. Tourist can have a good access to a wider variety of activities them ever before including hilltekking to remote tribal villages, bird watching, enjoying waterfall in a daytrips and a better chance of interacting with and array of ethnic culture in the surrounding areas. The "Hillside Resorts" designed to fulfill tourist comfort and relaxation with due luxurious accommodation, namely Marma, Dhanash, Mayna, Bawm, Tuntony, Tong and etc. It is entirely based on tribal architectures having blending its hilly atmosphere which one all the way down to the banks of the river "SANGU". The tourist can appease their culinary desires at the restaurant the "Regrre Khyang" where the visitors enjoy both local and continental cuisine and other facilities. The price range of food is also reasonable.
The tourists who is thrilled and having a long lasting desire to make a visit in Bandarban can enjoy and share an under feeling opportunities to roam. Its landscape and ethnic groups namely Marma, Tripura, Bawm.
Their lifestyles could recall the human instinct of different diversity of life where a tourist from plain area can oversee the differences of various sides of human communities. Anyone from Dhaka or other parts of Bangladesh can tour in the Hill Tracts going through Chittagong first by air, train or by bus. He/ she will take two hours drive from Chittagong are available both in the morning and in the evening: the inter-city trains from Dhaka taking almost 6 hours one way.
The luxurious public a/c coaches plying between Dhaka and Chittagong and taking almost 6 hours. Overnight direct bus services to Dhaka -Bandarban also available leave late in the evening and arriving Bandarban in the early morning.
The winter (Nov-Feb) is the ideal time for tourism in the Hill Tracts is very ecofreindly to the visitors. In this period tourists with warm clothes feel free to move in and around the hilly region without the menace of leeches, fewer insects and mosquitoes minimizes the threat of Malaria. Hillside trekking in Bandarban is not so easy for less physically sound visitors. Dissertation of mental strength, physical capabilities and financial abilities are essential to take part in several events of activities in hillside trips.
Those who have planned to trek to the river could reach led from Bandarban town and SANGU River on walking about 2 hours time. The entire walk is a soft down hill descent and will pose no particular problem. Tourists who are interested can surely go for a refreshing swim in the river. It got strong current in the monsoons due to rainfall but in the winter its clam and convenient. Uphill climb of one and half-hours may become too physically excreting. Even tourists can take a boat trip to go down Bandarban down stream. Visitors of some ethnic villages can gave a positive impression and tour to watch these villages and lifestyle of ethnic people and their activities these villages are in out shirks of Bandarban town hardly 1 and half hours walk in the hilly way. To visit Tripura villages there will be some step ascents on this short trip. A good part of the journey will be along a stream.
The village namely "Hatibandha" where Tripura people is living. It is a beautiful village in the laps of the valley. Though the ethnic people living improvidently but they are very hospitable and their village is very clean. Tourists can have at least 2-3 hours to take a complete walk into the village.
Chimbuk is about 25k.m. From Bandarban and one of the highest point in Bangladesh. A four-wheel drive is convenient to reach at the top of Chimbuk. Some one can hire four wheels popularly known as "Chander Gari", this is also the main means of transport for local people. This trip will take 4-6 hours. First it will drive to Chimbuk spending some time on hilltop, then coming down through the slope can enjoy a walk to a Murang village. Most of these villages are a bit away from the main road. Tourists can visit those villages of knowing their activities, culture, history are needed to walk for a while to reach them.
Another exiting event is a full day trip to "Ruma Bazaar" , its about 60k.m south-east from Bandarban and convenient to reach there by hiring Jeep will take 2 hours journey. The scenic beauty is touchy one and tourists are differently like to stop at places. Upon arrival at "Ruma Bazaar" and spending some hours over at "Ruma Bazaar" can journey back to Bandarban on boat. Groups can hire a boat and individuals can avail irregular service boat for this purpose. The journey is regular in between May to November only could enhance some ones thirst for scenic beauty could impressed him/her for the rest of life.
Shailapropat (waterfall) is a popular spot for tourist 8k.m away from Bandarban. It will take 3-4 hours walking time to reach at the waterfall from Bandarban. They walk will involved several ascents and descents along hillside. For physically fit individuals, this trip yet not likely challenging.
The location of "Shailapropat" is set a scenic sight. It is not to dry and anybody may take a swim, taking care to save some energy for the walk back at the same time some one can also choose to visit the Bawm village close by namely "Farukpara". Generally this road is safe and can meet some local passerby.
Those who are interested to visit Bandarban can take a guide who will give company and introducing sights to get this trip a pleasant one tourist are restricted not to buy wild life products. If anyone is interested to take photographs of ethnic people or their villages he/she must seek permission first from them. Finally tourists should take care in every event and avoid anything unpleasant with the ethnic community.
Bangladesh offers ample tourist attractions. The facilities for tourists have also greatly improved compared to even a few years ago. Much of the country has been relatively untouched by modern technology and development, which is why foriegners find the rich flora and fauna and colorful tribal life so enchanting. Some of the better known tourist attractions are: Srimangal (the tea capital), Mainamati, Mahastangarh, Paharpur for archeaology, Rangamati, Kaptai and Cox's Bazar for sight seeing, and the Sundarbans and Foy's Lake for scenic beauty. For management of tourism there is an autonomous body under the government known as the Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation (BPC), BPC has information centres in Dhaka, Chittagong, Rajshahi, Bogra, Cox's bazar and Rangamati. Five package tours ranging from 4 to 5 days are arranged by Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation originating in Dhaka.
Sight seeing and excursions are made available by Parjatan offices at Dhaka, Chittagong and Cox's Bazar.
Rangamati is the centre of the Chittagong Hill Tracts district. The township is located on the western bank of the Kaptai lake. Rangamati is a favourite holiday resort because of its beautiful landscape, Kaptai lake, colourful tribes (Chakma, Marma etc.), its flora and fauna, the tribal museum in Chakma Raja, the hanging bridge, homespun textile products, ivory jewellery and the tribal men and women who fashion them. For tourists the attractions of Rangamati are numerous, tribal life, fishing, speed boat cruising, water skiing, hiking, bathing or merely enjoying nature as it is.
Kaptai Lake: A huge expanse of emarald-blue water surrounded by majestic tropical forests, the lake was formed when the mighty Karnaphuli river was dammed. The country's only hydro-electric station is located here, from where power is distributed to other regions through a national grid line. Two miles away stands an ancient Buddhist temple, Chit Morong, where some fine sculptures are preserved.
Cox’s BazarMiles of golden sands, towering cliffs, sufing waves, rare conch shells, colourful pagodas, buddhist temples and tribes, delightful sea food- this is Cox's Bazar, the tourist capital of Bangladesh. Having the world's longest (75 m./120 km.) unbroken beach sloping gently down to the blue waters of the Bay of Bengal, against the picturesque background of a chain of hills coverd with deep green forests, Cox's Bazar is one of the most attractive tourist spots in the world. The beach is good for bathing, sun bathing and swimming. The beauty of the sun-setting behind the waves of the sea is capivating. Local varieties of cigars and handloom products of the Rakhyne tribal families are good buys. Their unique customs and dress attract many visitors.
Located at a distance of 152 km south of Chittagong, Cox's Bazar is connected both by air and road from Dhaka and Chittagong. Cox's Bazar has a mixed population of people speaking Bengali and Burmese. The settlers from Arakan have established flourishing cottage industries where they weave colourful silk and cotton fabrics. Visits to the fascinating picnic spot at Himchari, Teknaf, at the southern most tip of Bangladesh, the Buddhist temple at Ramu, and nearby islands of Sonadia, St. Martin and Moheshkhali provide a memorable experience. The government has taken initiatives to develop Sonadia as an exclusive beach resort.
As far as tourism goes, has been one of Bangladesh 's best-kept secrets.
The city Hilltracts with all their ethnic diversity and natural beauty have through the decades captured the imagination of tourists and travelers alike. The lure of lush green hilliforests, bordering Myanmar. The soft slopping hills and anthropological appeal of ethnic varieties have in the past, as the logistic facilities were poor. Most commonly Rangamati, arguably one of the most desire tourist's sites in Bangladesh has developed tourism to some extents. The breath trekking landscape has a pleasant climate being its main attraction. At the same time the concept of tourism has evolved over the years.
The Guide Tours Ltd. is a renowned tour operator in Bangladesh which has set some exclusive ventures. The Tracts City of Bandarban is naturally equipped and flourishes itself, as hilly resorts where tourists are feel homely. Its flora and fauna, bamboo cottages of its ethnic peoples and their life styles, every day struggle have made this hilly site a picturesque natural hub where the community is safe and sound.
Some leading tour operators have come to realize that their guests want more out of their trips other then scenic beauty regarding the factors kept in there mind is to motivate the tourist in a different manner. The Guide Tour Ltd. is in building the "Hillside Resort" just 4 k.m. away from Bandarban town on Chimbuk road. Tourist can have a good access to a wider variety of activities them ever before including hilltekking to remote tribal villages, bird watching, enjoying waterfall in a daytrips and a better chance of interacting with and array of ethnic culture in the surrounding areas. The "Hillside Resorts" designed to fulfill tourist comfort and relaxation with due luxurious accommodation, namely Marma, Dhanash, Mayna, Bawm, Tuntony, Tong and etc. It is entirely based on tribal architectures having blending its hilly atmosphere which one all the way down to the banks of the river "SANGU". The tourist can appease their culinary desires at the restaurant the "Regrre Khyang" where the visitors enjoy both local and continental cuisine and other facilities. The price range of food is also reasonable.
The tourists who is thrilled and having a long lasting desire to make a visit in Bandarban can enjoy and share an under feeling opportunities to roam. Its landscape and ethnic groups namely Marma, Tripura, Bawm.
Their lifestyles could recall the human instinct of different diversity of life where a tourist from plain area can oversee the differences of various sides of human communities. Anyone from Dhaka or other parts of Bangladesh can tour in the Hill Tracts going through Chittagong first by air, train or by bus. He/ she will take two hours drive from Chittagong are available both in the morning and in the evening: the inter-city trains from Dhaka taking almost 6 hours one way.
The luxurious public a/c coaches plying between Dhaka and Chittagong and taking almost 6 hours. Overnight direct bus services to Dhaka -Bandarban also available leave late in the evening and arriving Bandarban in the early morning.
The winter (Nov-Feb) is the ideal time for tourism in the Hill Tracts is very ecofreindly to the visitors. In this period tourists with warm clothes feel free to move in and around the hilly region without the menace of leeches, fewer insects and mosquitoes minimizes the threat of Malaria. Hillside trekking in Bandarban is not so easy for less physically sound visitors. Dissertation of mental strength, physical capabilities and financial abilities are essential to take part in several events of activities in hillside trips.
Those who have planned to trek to the river could reach led from Bandarban town and SANGU River on walking about 2 hours time. The entire walk is a soft down hill descent and will pose no particular problem. Tourists who are interested can surely go for a refreshing swim in the river. It got strong current in the monsoons due to rainfall but in the winter its clam and convenient. Uphill climb of one and half-hours may become too physically excreting. Even tourists can take a boat trip to go down Bandarban down stream. Visitors of some ethnic villages can gave a positive impression and tour to watch these villages and lifestyle of ethnic people and their activities these villages are in out shirks of Bandarban town hardly 1 and half hours walk in the hilly way. To visit Tripura villages there will be some step ascents on this short trip. A good part of the journey will be along a stream.
The village namely "Hatibandha" where Tripura people is living. It is a beautiful village in the laps of the valley. Though the ethnic people living improvidently but they are very hospitable and their village is very clean. Tourists can have at least 2-3 hours to take a complete walk into the village.
Chimbuk is about 25k.m. From Bandarban and one of the highest point in Bangladesh. A four-wheel drive is convenient to reach at the top of Chimbuk. Some one can hire four wheels popularly known as "Chander Gari", this is also the main means of transport for local people. This trip will take 4-6 hours. First it will drive to Chimbuk spending some time on hilltop, then coming down through the slope can enjoy a walk to a Murang village. Most of these villages are a bit away from the main road. Tourists can visit those villages of knowing their activities, culture, history are needed to walk for a while to reach them.
Another exiting event is a full day trip to "Ruma Bazaar" , its about 60k.m south-east from Bandarban and convenient to reach there by hiring Jeep will take 2 hours journey. The scenic beauty is touchy one and tourists are differently like to stop at places. Upon arrival at "Ruma Bazaar" and spending some hours over at "Ruma Bazaar" can journey back to Bandarban on boat. Groups can hire a boat and individuals can avail irregular service boat for this purpose. The journey is regular in between May to November only could enhance some ones thirst for scenic beauty could impressed him/her for the rest of life.
Shailapropat (waterfall) is a popular spot for tourist 8k.m away from Bandarban. It will take 3-4 hours walking time to reach at the waterfall from Bandarban. They walk will involved several ascents and descents along hillside. For physically fit individuals, this trip yet not likely challenging.
The location of "Shailapropat" is set a scenic sight. It is not to dry and anybody may take a swim, taking care to save some energy for the walk back at the same time some one can also choose to visit the Bawm village close by namely "Farukpara". Generally this road is safe and can meet some local passerby.
Those who are interested to visit Bandarban can take a guide who will give company and introducing sights to get this trip a pleasant one tourist are restricted not to buy wild life products. If anyone is interested to take photographs of ethnic people or their villages he/she must seek permission first from them. Finally tourists should take care in every event and avoid anything unpleasant with the ethnic community.
Bangladesh offers ample tourist attractions. The facilities for tourists have also greatly improved compared to even a few years ago. Much of the country has been relatively untouched by modern technology and development, which is why foriegners find the rich flora and fauna and colorful tribal life so enchanting. Some of the better known tourist attractions are: Srimangal (the tea capital), Mainamati, Mahastangarh, Paharpur for archeaology, Rangamati, Kaptai and Cox's Bazar for sight seeing, and the Sundarbans and Foy's Lake for scenic beauty. For management of tourism there is an autonomous body under the government known as the Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation (BPC), BPC has information centres in Dhaka, Chittagong, Rajshahi, Bogra, Cox's bazar and Rangamati. Five package tours ranging from 4 to 5 days are arranged by Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation originating in Dhaka.
Sight seeing and excursions are made available by Parjatan offices at Dhaka, Chittagong and Cox's Bazar.
Rangamati is the centre of the Chittagong Hill Tracts district. The township is located on the western bank of the Kaptai lake. Rangamati is a favourite holiday resort because of its beautiful landscape, Kaptai lake, colourful tribes (Chakma, Marma etc.), its flora and fauna, the tribal museum in Chakma Raja, the hanging bridge, homespun textile products, ivory jewellery and the tribal men and women who fashion them. For tourists the attractions of Rangamati are numerous, tribal life, fishing, speed boat cruising, water skiing, hiking, bathing or merely enjoying nature as it is.
Kaptai Lake: A huge expanse of emarald-blue water surrounded by majestic tropical forests, the lake was formed when the mighty Karnaphuli river was dammed. The country's only hydro-electric station is located here, from where power is distributed to other regions through a national grid line. Two miles away stands an ancient Buddhist temple, Chit Morong, where some fine sculptures are preserved.
Cox’s BazarMiles of golden sands, towering cliffs, sufing waves, rare conch shells, colourful pagodas, buddhist temples and tribes, delightful sea food- this is Cox's Bazar, the tourist capital of Bangladesh. Having the world's longest (75 m./120 km.) unbroken beach sloping gently down to the blue waters of the Bay of Bengal, against the picturesque background of a chain of hills coverd with deep green forests, Cox's Bazar is one of the most attractive tourist spots in the world. The beach is good for bathing, sun bathing and swimming. The beauty of the sun-setting behind the waves of the sea is capivating. Local varieties of cigars and handloom products of the Rakhyne tribal families are good buys. Their unique customs and dress attract many visitors.
Located at a distance of 152 km south of Chittagong, Cox's Bazar is connected both by air and road from Dhaka and Chittagong. Cox's Bazar has a mixed population of people speaking Bengali and Burmese. The settlers from Arakan have established flourishing cottage industries where they weave colourful silk and cotton fabrics. Visits to the fascinating picnic spot at Himchari, Teknaf, at the southern most tip of Bangladesh, the Buddhist temple at Ramu, and nearby islands of Sonadia, St. Martin and Moheshkhali provide a memorable experience. The government has taken initiatives to develop Sonadia as an exclusive beach resort.
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