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Cox's Bazar
ℹ️Practical info — Cox's Bazar
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- The main Inani and Laboni beaches get very crowded; head south towards Teknaf for quieter stretches of sand.
- Modest dress is expected; avoid wearing bikinis or revealing swimwear even on the beach.
- Sunsets are the most popular time to visit the beach, expect large crowds and a festive atmosphere.
- Use auto-rickshaws (CNGs) for short trips, but agree on the fare before starting the journey.
🍽 Food
Try the locally caught Rupchanda (pomfret) fried or curried at the beachside shacks.
Also known as Bombay Duck, it's a crispy, spicy local favorite available in most traditional Bengali restaurants in the center.
Sample various spicy mashed vegetables and fish with rice at local eateries along the main road.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Excellent for browsing handmade cigars, traditional fabrics, and pickles.
A pungent but authentic local experience, well-suited for buying traditional dried seafood.
Climb the hill for a serene, panoramic view of the vast beach and sea.
An indoor aquarium offering a calm escape from the busy streets.
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Cox's Bazar is world-renowned for having the longest natural sandy sea beach on the planet, stretching over 120 kilometers along the Bay of Bengal. It is the premier tourist destination in Bangladesh, attracting millions of local and international visitors who come to enjoy its vast shoreline, scenic hills, and lively local culture. The city was named after Captain Hiram Cox, an officer of the British East India Company who oversaw the settlement of Arakanese refugees in the late 18th century. Beyond its famous beach, the region features diverse attractions such as the Himchari National Park, Inani Beach with its coral stones, and the Buddhist monasteries of Ramu. The local economy is heavily dependent on tourism, fishing, and salt production, with the district providing a significant portion of the country's salt supply. In recent years, Cox's Bazar has also gained international attention as the site of the world's largest refugee camps, housing hundreds of thousands of people.
- Location: Bangladesh
- Top sights: Cox's Bazar Lighthouse · PWD Park · Sugondha Sea Beach
- Nearby: Khagrachari (7 km)
- Population: ~253.788 (2017)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 21 | 23 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 22 |
| Rain mm | 11 | 22 | 65 | 185 | 571 | 981 | 1346 | 906 | 672 | 462 | 90 | 11 |
Geography
Facts
- The sea beach is approximately 120 kilometers long, making it the world's longest natural sandy beach.
- The town was established in 1854 as a district headquarters during the British era.
- Cox's Bazar is a major center for dried fish production, known locally as 'Shutki'.
- The Aggmeda Khyang is a prominent Buddhist monastery located in the heart of the city.
- Saint Martin's Island, the only coral island in Bangladesh, is accessible by ferry from this district.
- The area produces over 90% of the total salt consumed in Bangladesh through solar evaporation.
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Sights in the town Cox's Bazar (6)
Sugondha Sea Beach🎡 recreation
As a prominent feature of Cox's Bazar, Sugondha Sea Beach provides a vast and lively setting along the Bay of Bengal. The lively atmosphere is characteristic of this expansive coastline, inviting visitors to take long walks, enjoy the sea breeze, and wade in the waves. It is a fantastic place to experience the dynamic local beach culture. Arriving in the late afternoon is good to witness the spectacular sunset over the water.
Cox Bazar Beach📍 landmark
Stretching endlessly along the coast, Cox Bazar Beach proudly stands as the primary natural attraction of the city. The sheer scale of the beach fosters a lively, energetic atmosphere where visitors can walk for miles or enjoy the rolling ocean surf. Whether looking to mingle with the crowds or find a quiet spot to sunbathe, the beach accommodates all. An early morning walk has a more peaceful experience before the daily activities begin.
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