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Kuakata
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A rare
scenic beauty spot on the southernmost tip of
Bangladesh in the district of Patuakhali. It has
a wide sandy beach from where one can get the
unique opportunity of seeing both the sunrise
and sunset. It is located at a distance of 70
km. from the district headquarters of Patuakhali.
Parjatan Holiday Homes at Kuakata offers a number
of facilities for the tourists.
This sandy beach has gentle slopes into the Bay
of Bengal and bathing there is as pleasant as
is walking or diving. Kuakata is truly a virgin
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beach - a sanctuary for migratory winter birds,
a series of coconut trees, sandy beach of blue bay,
a feast for the eye. Green forest, plying boats
in the Bay of Bengal with colourful sails, fishing,
surfing waves everything here touches every visitor's
heart. The unique custom and costumes of the 'Rakhyne'
tribal families and Buddhist Temple of about hundred
years old reflecting the ancient tradition and cultural
heritage.
Kuakata is the place of pilgrimage of the Hindu
and Buddhist communities. Innumerable devotees arrive
here during the festival of 'Rush Purnima and Maghi
Purnima'. On these occasions they take holy bath
and traditional fairs are held here. All hese extraordinary
events in addition to panoramic beauty make the
beach more attractive to the visitors.
Means of Communication: Road communication exists
between Dhaka and Kuakata. It is accessible by air
upto Barishal. Then one may travel by road or water
to Kuakata or Patuakhali. BRTC has introduced direct
bus service from Dhaka to Kuakata via Barisal. Besides
Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation, may organize guided
package tours from Dhaka to Kuakata on demand. |
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Accommodation
Facilities
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For
rates and booking one may contact:
Manager (Tours),
Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation,
Phone: (880 2) 9120392, 8117855 - 9/108
Fax (880 2) 8126501
Email: bpcho@bangla.net |
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