Chattogram, Bangladesh
Region: Chattogram
Geographic Coordinates: 22.335000, 91.832500
Temperature Range: 20.0°C to 35.0°C (68°F to 95°F)
Climate: Monsoon-dominated tropical climate with high humidity and heavy rainfall, with the wet season from May to October and the dry season from November to April. The average temperature ranges from 24°C to 30°C throughout the year.
Population: 7000000
Language: Bengali
Chattogram, Which was formerly known as Chittagong, Is the second-largest city in Bangladesh and a significant port city located on the southeastern coast of the country. The city has a rich history that dates back to the 4th century BC when it was part of an ancient civilization called Samatata. Chattogram has been ruled by many empires such as Mauryan, Gupta, Pala and Mughal dynasties before becoming part of British India in 1760. Today, Chattogram is a bustling commercial hub with a population of over 6 million people.
The city’s economy is mainly driven by its seaport which handles more than 90% of Bangladesh’s international trade. It is also home to several industries including textiles, Pharmaceuticals, Steel production and shipbuilding. One of the most popular attractions in Chattogram is its beautiful beaches. Patenga beach offers stunning views of the Bay of Bengal and attracts thousands of tourists every year. Another must-visit place is Foy’s Lake which offers boating facilities along with scenic views from its hilltop location.
The city also boasts several historical landmarks such as Anderkilla Mosque which was built during Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb’s reign in the late 17th century. The Ethnological Museum showcases traditional Bangladeshi culture through various artifacts while Zia Memorial Museum pays tribute to former President Ziaur Rahman who played an instrumental role in Bangladesh’s independence struggle. Food lovers will be delighted with Chattogram’s unique cuisine which features spicy seafood dishes like shutki maach (dried fish curry), Chingri malai curry (prawn curry cooked in coconut milk) and ilish mach bhaja (fried hilsa fish).
The bustling street food scene offers delicious snacks like fuchka (crispy hollow shells filled with spiced potatoes), Jhal muri (spicy puffed rice) and chotpoti (chickpea curry served with crispy fried bread). Chattogram is also home to several religious sites such as the Shrine of Bayazid Bostami which is a popular pilgrimage site for Muslims. The city’s Catholic Church, Holy Rosary Church, Is one of the oldest churches in Bangladesh and has been serving the Christian community since 1845. Chattogram offers a unique blend of history, Culture, And commerce.
Its bustling seaport and industries make it an important economic center while its beautiful beaches, Historical landmarks and delicious cuisine make it a popular tourist destination. Whether you’re looking to explore ancient ruins or indulge in spicy seafood dishes, Chattogram has something for everyone.
- Patenga Beach
- Karnaphuli River
- Shahi Jama-e-Masjid
- Ethnological Museum of Chittagong
- Foy’s Lake
- World War II Cemetery
- Anderkilla Mosque
- Batali Hill and Batali Ashram
- Chattogram Commonwealth War Cemetery
- Court Building of Chittagong
- Shipping: Chattogram is home to the country’s largest seaport, which handles over 90% of Bangladesh’s international trade.
- Textiles: The city has a thriving textile industry that produces garments for export to countries like the US and Europe.
- Pharmaceuticals: There are several pharmaceutical companies based in Chattogram that produce generic drugs for both domestic and international markets.
- Steel: The city has a significant steel industry that produces both long and flat products.
- Cement: There are several cement plants located in the outskirts of Chattogram that cater to both domestic and international markets.
- Banking: Several local and international banks have their branches in Chattogram, making it an important financial center.
- Tourism: With its beautiful beaches, hills, temples, and historical sites like the World Heritage Site of Bagerhat Mosque City, tourism is an emerging industry in Chattogram.
- Fisheries: Being located on the coast of Bay of Bengal makes fishing an important business here with exports to different parts of world including China & Japan
- The Battle of Chittagong: This battle was fought between the British Indian Army and Japanese forces during World War II in 1942.
- The Chittagong Uprising: This was a revolutionary movement against British colonial rule led by Surya Sen in 1930.
- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman: He was a prominent political leader and the founding father of Bangladesh who hailed from Chattogram.
- A.K. Fazlul Huq: He was a renowned Bengali statesman who served as the Prime Minister of Bengal during British India and later became the Governor-General of Pakistan.
- Ziaur Rahman: He was a military officer who served as the President of Bangladesh from 1977 to 1981.
- Shah A.M.S Kibria: He was an economist, politician, and former Finance Minister of Bangladesh who hailed from Chattogram.
- Karnaphuli River Bridge: It is one of the longest bridges in South Asia that connects Chattogram with other parts of Bangladesh.
- Cox’s Bazar Beaches: They are some of the longest natural sea beaches in the world located near Chattogram city on Bay Of Bengal coastline.
- Chattogram Abahani Limited is a football club that was founded in 1972 and has become one of the most successful clubs in Bangladesh. They have won the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) title six times and are known for producing some of the best football players in the country.
- Mohammedan Sporting Club is another popular football club located in Chattogram, which was founded back in 1936. They have won the BPL title twice and are known for their passionate fan base.
- Brothers Union Football Club is a professional football club based in Chattogram that was established in 1977. They have won several domestic titles, including the Federation Cup and Independence Cup.
- Gazi Tank Cricketers is a cricket team located in Chattogram that competes regularly in various domestic tournaments such as Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League and National Cricket League.
- Agrani Bank Sports Club is a multi-sport club based out of Chattogram that participates mainly in cricket, hockey, volleyball, basketball, and table tennis tournaments at both national and international levels.
- Chittagong Vikings were formerly named as Cumilla Warriors ahead of BPL’s sixth season; they played franchise cricket for four seasons (2015-2018) before being renamed.
- Khulna Titans were replaced by Khulna Tigers ahead of BPL’s seventh season; they played franchise cricket for two seasons (2016-17).
- Chittagong Hill Tracts Cultural Festival
- Chittagong International Trade Fair
- Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha celebrations
- Boishakhi Mela (Bengali New Year Festival)
- Durga Puja (Hindu festival)
- Buddha Purnima (Buddhist festival)
- Lalon Mela (festival celebrating the works of Lalon Shah, a mystic poet and philosopher)
- Pohela Falgun (spring festival)
- Independence Day celebrations on March 26th
- Victory Day celebrations on December 16th
- Mezban: This is a traditional restaurant that serves authentic Bengali cuisine including biryani, fish curry, dal puri, and more.
- Rangmati: This restaurant is famous for its delicious seafood dishes such as prawn curry, crab masala, and fish fry.
- Handi Restaurant: It serves mouth-watering kebabs along with other Mughlai dishes like chicken tikka masala and mutton korma.
- Nizam’s Kitchen: It offers a wide variety of fast food items such as burgers, sandwiches, pizzas along with local delicacies like beef bhuna and chicken roast.
- Peninsula Chittagong Hotel & Restaurant: It has an extensive menu that includes Chinese, Thai and Indian cuisines along with traditional Bangla dishes like pitha (rice cakes) and chitol maacher muithya (fish balls).
- Chatgaiya Food Court: Located in the heart of the city this food court offers a range of street foods including fuchka (panipuri), jhal muri (spicy puffed rice), chotpoti (chickpeas snack) etc., all made fresh on-site.
- Koyla BBQ & Grill House: This popular restaurant specializes in grilled meat dishes such as lamb chops, beef steak along with exotic curries like rogan josh or butter chicken served with naan or paratha breads.
- Foy’s Lake Amusement Park
- Shishu Park
- Chandanpura Mosque and Playground
- Chattogram Zoo and Botanical Garden
- Karnaphuli Shishu Park
- Mehedibagh Park and Stadium Complex
- Shah Amanat Bridge Viewpoint
- Patenga Beach
- Sitakunda Eco-Park
- Batali Hill Viewpoint
