Saturday, January 24, 2015

Rangamati Tourist Spot


Kaptai Lake:

This large man made lake of Bangladesh spanning over an area of approximately11000km2, was created as a reservoir when the Kaptai dam was built during the 1960s.he lake was created by flooding valleys and plain lands between numerous hills. This created a picturesque view as forested hills and plateaus rise from beneath the water. The government run tourism corporation and private operators offer Kaptai Lake Cruise Tours, which is worth of it. Other scenic spots are also accessible through the waterways.




Shuvolong Falls:

Shuvolong a place in Borokol sub district, located about 25kilometers (11kilometers – as the crow flies) away from Rangamati. There are few waterfalls in Shuvolong area with the largest one falling from as high as 
300 feet. In the past several years, this place has turned into a tourist 
destination due to beautiful waterfalls and the nearby market. 
Shuvolong is easily accessible by speed boat or motor boats from Rangamati.



Tribal Museum:

The museum is located near the entry point to the city. Established in 1978, it is run by the Tribal Cultural Institute. Traditional ornaments. costumes, potteries, musical instruments, armaments, paintings and photographs, old manuscripts, statues and ancient coins of various tribes are on display here. It is open Saturday to Thursday excluding public holidays.




Kaptai National Park:



This forest reserve is located in the Karnafuly and Kaptai range. According to the government statistics some 50,000 people visits the national park every year as it provides some walking trails among the lush green forest. The animal species of Kaptai National park are deer, elephants, monkeys, fishing cats and birds. The Kaptai Forest Rest house, Kaptai Mukh Forest Rest House and several picnic spots are located here.
   



Hanging Bridge:


This 335feet long bridge across a portion of the Kaptai lake is an icon of Rangamati. The beauty of Bridge is heartshaking, if you want to go there you will find the combination of natural images and a attractive landscape in a whole. Our beautification calamities will show this to you. Hanging Bridge is a key of Rangamati from where you can start to watch other tourist spot.




Rajban Bihar Pagoda:


An internationally known Buddhist Temple, where the spiritualist principal monk of Rajban Vihara, Shrimath Sadhana Nanda Mohasthabir(Ban Vante) lives. It is a historical place for well known and everybody goes there when they went to Rangamati. It is a part of Rangamati Tourist Spot and very attractive places.



Peda Ting Ting:

A small island on the Kaptai Lake, few kilometres away from Rangamati. It is mostly known for its serenity. There are a few tourist accommodation facilities here and a tiny restaurant run by the locals. It offers foods ranging from traditional to indigenous delicacies.




Chakma Royal Palace:

This is the palace of the present Chakma King. However, it is open to public for a visit. It is another view spot of Rangamati and a beautiful spot. It is belonged a attractive restaurant with delicious food and drinks. If anybody goes here he will find some natural beautification with others. 




DC Bungalow Area:

The District Commissioner’s Bungalow is located adjacent to the lake. There is a small light house and a shelter accessible to the public. This spot provides a nice view of the lake.
 


 










 

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