Going on a vacation lets us recharge our “batteries” by disconnecting us from our regular life. When we come back, we feel invigorated and we are happy to be back in our day-to-day routine.
Bangladesh is a beautiful country with lots of amazing places to explore. Bangladesh is the largest delta in the world and one of the most amazing countries in the world with so many variations and attractions all around the country. We have a lot places where you can travel with your family and children safely.
Beach Holiday:
Cox’s Bazaar:
If we want to talk about travelling in Bangladesh, then how can we not mention Cox’s Bazaar, which is the most famous travel destination in Bangladesh. Your children will definitely love the sea beach facing the amazing waves of the Grand Bay of Bengal, miles of golden sands, towering cliffs, rare conch shells, colourful pagodas, and mouth-watering seafood. There is a Buddhist village about 16 km away from the sea-beach containing old artifacts, scripts, relics and a large bronze statue of Buddha. About 32 km from Cox’s Bazaar, Himchari is a wonderful place with broken hills and waterfalls. All of these places can be travelled to within a day by car. You will love to travel to these places with your family.
St. Martin’s Island:
If you finish travelling in Cox’s Bazaar, and your children are not tired yet, then it’s your turn to visit the St. Martin’s Island. This coral island is about 10 km south-west of the southern tip of the mainland is a tropical cliché, with beaches fringed with coconut palms and bountiful marine life. This island has the most amazing blue water. Far from the maddening crowd, the serenity of this island will help you meditate and purify your soul. This air is so fresh and soothing. And the water is clearer than crystal. If you visit on a full moon night you may end up deciding to stay in this island forever. And seafood here are not only delicious, but also abundant in variation. To go to St. Martin’s Island, you have to go to Teknaf by bus and then you’ll find ferries which will take you to St. Martin’s.
Kuakata:
If you are an early riser and you love the view of sunrise, then Kuakata is the place for you. Your children will love to see the sunrise and sunset from the same place. Kuakata is located in Patuakhali district and only a few miles away to the south from Khepupara. It is the only sea beach in the world from where both the sunrise and sunset can be observed. This 10km long beach is stretched to the borders of the Sundarbans.
But we suggest you to travel to Cox’s Bazar if you are travelling with children as the facilities there are of international standards, whereas Kuakata is still a little underdeveloped facilities wise.
Sylhet- Two Leaves One Bud:
Jaflong & Sripur:
Jaflong is one of the most attractive tourist spots in Sylhet division. It only takes two hour drive from Sylhet town. Situated besides the river Mari in the lap of Hill Khashia, Jaflong is famous for its scenic view. The river flows down from the great Himalayas of India which brings tons of stone boulders with its tide. The struggling lifestyle of the stone collectors in the river Mari is definitely is definitely something educational for kids. Your children will love to collect stones from the river with crystal clear water.
Sripur is only 7-8km from Jaflong, and to be precise it is actually on the way to Jaflong. Numerous waterfalls on the hill across the border of India are the major attractions of Sripur. Besides, this area will please you with its enchanting views of nature and hills.
Srimongol:
Srimongal, located in Moulovi Bazar is famous for tea gardens, hills and forest areas on the hills. The tea gardens here are famous for being the largest in the world. These gardens are beautifully patterned but wild at the same time. If your children are not satisfied after only watching, they can also look into how the tea is grown and processed. Bangladesh Tea Research Institute will give you practical knowledge on how tea is processed, produced and exported.
Lawachara:
Lawachara Rain Forest is one of the important & well-reserved forests in Bangladesh. Your children will feel adventurous to see gibbons jumping from tree to tree and birds like bee-eater owls and parrot. Deer, leopard, wild chicken, squirrel, and even python can be found in abundant here as well. Don’t miss it, especially if you are a bird watcher. The terrain is hilly and vegetation is fairly thick. Rare Chloroform tree of Asia is one of the prime attraction here. Hire a guide to show you around.
Madhabkunda:
Madhabkunda waterfall is another of tourist attraction in Sylhet division. Tourists and picnic parties come to Madhabkunda every day to spend a day chilling and to spend a day out at the bottom of the waterfall. The journey to Madhabkunda itself is exotic. On the way you can see the greenish beauty of tea gardens, the hills and the zigzag road through the hills will increase the joy of your journey. In Madhabkunda you will see the great waterfall, tons of water crashing down from 200ft. height. There is a Parjatan Motel with a good restaurant for accommodation and food.
These are just a highlight of a few destinations you can visit this winter. Keep an eye on Champs21.com for more articles on detailed travel destinations.