Chittagong Tourist Area

CHITTAGONG WAR CEMETERY

Chittagong War graveyard is in Dampara locality, No 19 Basha Mia Road, 22 kilometres north of the airport and 8 kilometres from the port on a site which was in the past paddy fields, but which has now been developed. It is near the arts academy and close by Finlay's Guest Houses near Chatteshanry Road; a well notorious road leading to the Hindu Kali Bari Temple. There is no C.W.G.C. road direction sign. The committal area is situated at the bottom of a slope directly behind Finlay's Guest Houses and is surrounded by a large area planted with a mixture of jungle trees,fruit trees and blossoming trees. It is not without problems seen from the road. A narrow tarmacked lane leads from the entrance gate to the interment area which is entered through a metal gate flanked by two small brick chapels. The cemetery gates are open from 07.00 to 12 noon and 14.00 to 17.00.
Second World War warrior’s graveyards are in this Cemetery. There are 755 graves in this necropolis of the great warriors who died d in world war from1939 to 1945 in Chittagong areas. In this youthful cemetery at a calm down and agreeable place within the city lie buried in eternal peace over 700 soldiers from British, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, India, Myanmar, East and West Africa, The Netherlands and Japan who laid down their lives on the Myanmar have frontage on for the extent of the World War II. Every year a number of tourists come here to visit this Cemetery

Foy's Lake pleasure World

Foy’s Lake pleasure World is a theme park located in the heart of Chittagong, in Foy’s Lake. enjoyment World is located in the same complex as Sea World and Foy’s Lake Resorts. The Foy’s Lake argument parks are located in a chocolate box setting surrounded by hills, a lake and green forests located in Pahartoli, Chittagong on approximately 320 Acres of land. Chittagong is a major port city of Bangladesh located south of Dhaka with good bring links from the capital. Chittagong is considered by many as the most beautiful district of the country due to its accepted beauty comprising of the seaside, hills, rivers, forests and valleys. enjoyment World is a dry park with the customary theme park rides and attractions as well as boat rides on the lake, landscaping, restaurants, concerts with floating stages, scenic walking trails and many other fun activities. It even boasts a alternative hotel. We have something for every age and taste. The biggest lure is the beauty of the lake and its neighboring hills. Our park is right in the middle of it so you can have the fun and thrills as well as the peacefulness and nonviolence of Foy’s Lake. It also hosts many community picnics and other proceedings. Our parks can provide accommodation a wide range of catered events to suit your every need, we assemble: ·         Birthdays and other parties ·         BBQ Nights ·         commercial Parties, picnics and other events ·         teach outings ·         assembly events ·         enriching Events and a good deal, much more… Your visitors can have their time mutually followed by thrills and laughs on our rides, or walks in the region of the lake taking in its wonderful beauty.

 

Chittagong port:
Chittagong is the seaport city with a inhabitants of 1,750,000 (1986 est.). It is the commercial and manufacturing center of Bangladesh. to be found on the Karnaphuli river some 19 km (12 mi) from its mouth at the Bay of Bengal, it is the chief port of the country. It provides an extensively developed port conveniences for ocean steamers. 
An most basic city, Chittagong passed from Tippera (Buddhist) dominance to Arakan (Hindu) and then Mogul (Muslim) rule, with periods of re-conquest and re-control. The Portuguese made inroads in the 16th century, and the British gained control in 1760.
industry mechanical by a hydroelectric plant up the river, use the harvest of the area--jute, cotton, rice, tea, petroleum (from offshore installations), and bamboo. The bamboo is harvested chiefly from the Chittagong Hill tracts. 13,191 sq km (5,093 sq mi) of rugged, thickly forested land along the Bay of Bengal  is inhabited by primitive mountain tribes.
Chittagong has a russet box setting. Its green hills and forests, broad sandy beaches and fine cool climate always attract public holiday makers. It combine the hum of a restless seaport with the happiness of a charming hill-town with its undulating geography.   It attracts tourists from around the world. It is delimited by the bay, the river, and hills high up to 1,200 m (4,000 ft) from sea level. Rainfall averages 2,870 mm per annum. usual annual warmth is 26 deg C (78 deg F).

Sitting room of curiosity:

Shrine of Bayazid Bostami : This holy position of worship of saint Bayazid Bostami attracts a large number of visitors and pilgrims. At its base there is a large pond with several hundred tortoises on the edge in the water.  

World war II Cemetery : In this youthful cemetery at quiet and pleasing place lie buried over 700 soldiers from commonwealth countries and Japan.

Foy's Lake : Set amidst panoramic surroundings with an communication of hills and lakes this is an ideal spot for outings and picnics.

Ethnological Museum: A unique treasure house of variety of ancestral culture and heritage of Bangladesh.

Court Building : Situated on the Fairy Hill, this edifice commands a glorious bird's eye view of Chittagong city that gives a panoramic look at night.

Patenga and Fouzdarhat Sea Beaches: Patenga beach is about 22 Km. from Chittagong and is approachable by a motorable road. On the way to the beach one passes the Patenga Airport. Another ideal picnic spot is the Fouzdarhat sea beach about 16 km. from Chittagong.

Sitakunda : About 40 km. from Chittagong. This is celebrated for the Chandranath Hindu Temple -one of the oldest temple in the subcontinent and the Buddhist Temple having a trace of lord Buddha. Jhese places predominantly the hilltops are regarded as very secred by the Hindus and Buddhists. Shiva Chaturdashi festival is in custody every years in Feloeuary when thousand pilgrimus assemble for the celebration which lasts on the subject of ten days. There is a hot water jump 5 km. to the north of Sitakunda.     

Other sitting room of concentration include shrine of Shah Amanat, Shahi Jame Mosque, Chandanpura Mosque, Portuguese Arsenal, Port Area, nautical conservatory and Biponi Bitan.