Showing posts with label Myanmar. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Myanmar. Show all posts

Thursday, November 24, 2011

Bandarban

Bandarban Hill

Bandarban, the district headquarters of the Bandarban Hill District, is situated ninety-two km. from Chittagong. Bandarban is hometown of the Bhomang chief who is the head of the Mogh tribe. The simple and hospitable Moghs are of Myanmar origin and Buddhists by religion, jovial and carefree by nature. Bandarban is also the home of the Murangs who are famous for their music and dances. The highest peak of Bangladesh-Tahjin dong (4632 ft)-is located in the Bandarban district.

Monday, October 24, 2011

Teknaf of Bangladesh-Southermost District

Teknaf

Teknaf is the southernmost district (upazila) of Cox’s Bazar district as well as Bangladesh. It is a small township on the Naf river at the end of the hilly region. It is an amazing place facing the green hills of Myanmar across the Naf River. One of the major attractions of Teknaf is a cruise by boat or sampan. Teknaf beach is an attractive tourist spot. Besides, there is another beautiful beach at Shahpari dwip at the farthest end of this upazila.