Hill District
The three Hill Districts of Rangamati, Bandarban and Khagrachari offer
beautiful spots, where nature has been least disturbed. Far from the congested, polluted
and busy areas of the plains, there scenic and calm spots offer rare opportunities to the
tourists. These areas are inhabited by various tribes, who are still very simple, docile
and hospitable.Rangamati
From Chittagong a 77 km. road amidst green fields and winding hills will take
you to Rangamati, the headquarters of Rangamati Hill District, which is a wonderful
repository of scenic splendours with flora and fauna of, varied descriptions. The township
is located on the western bank of Kaptai Lake. Rangamati is a favourite holiday resort
because of its beautiful landscape, scenic beauty, lake, colourful tribes (Chakma, Marma
etc.), its flora and fauna, tribal museum, hanging bridge, home-spun textile products,
ivory jewelry and the tribal men and women who fashion them. For tourists the attractions
of Rangamati are numerous, tribal life, fishing, speedboat cruising, water skiing, hiking,
bathing or merely enjoying nature as it is.
Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation provides suitable hotel
and cottage accommodation, auditorium, catering, speedboat and other facilities at
Rangamati. For advance booking one may contact Parjatan Motel Rangamati, Phone: (0351)
3126 or Central Reservation, BPC Head Office, Dhaka. Phone: (02) 8119192, 8117855-9.
Bandarban
Ninety two kilometre from Chittagong by road, Bandarban is the district
headquarter of Bandarban Hill District. Bandarban is the home town of the Bohmong Chief
who is the head of the Mogh tribe. The Moghs are of Myanmar Origin and Buddhists by
religion. Bandarban is also the home of the Murangs who are famous for their music and
dance. Several other tribes of great interest live in the remote as are of the district.
The highest peak of Bangladesh - Thajingdong (4632 ft.) is located in the Bandarban
district.
Khagrachari
It is the district headquarters of Khagrachari hill district. A drive of 112
km. from Chittagong, by an all weather road through the green forest brings one to
Khagrachari, abode of fascinating calm. For tourists seeking nature in restfull mood,
Khagrachari is an ideal spot. |
