A major city in Bangladesh Chittagong is a vibrant destination that tourists love to visit often. The city may not boast a great infrastructure but the streets of the old city are great fun to walk. The only hindrance to visit the city is its traffic snarls as traffic is not that regulated. The pollution level is alarming but it is not bad to stay in the city for few days. Apart from being a city of commercial and business importance the city is also a major port in Bangladesh. Owing to these reasons a large number of business and leisure travellers look for business class flights to Chittagong which also acts as a hub for tours to other parts of the country.
Useful Information
- The best time to visit Chittagong is between Septembers to March.
- Beggars could be problematic so do not encourage them by offering them money.
- Rickshaw is most convenient way to travel for small distances.
Presence of international airport connects it to rest parts of the country. On your arrival you will require an excellent public transport to get around in the city. There are buses and cars to get from one place to another but rickshaws are most convenient way to get there given its disorderly traffic. During their visit to the city the guests will come across several tourist attractions that cater to tourists with varying whim and inclination. Hazrat Shah Sufi Amanat Khan Mausoleum is one such destination where one should go for heavenly blessing. Patenga Beach is a hot favourite among the beach lovers. Baitul Falah and Chandanpura Mosques are major mosques in the city. The museum hoppers should go to ethnological museums where several tribal artefacts are on display. The nature lovers should plan a trip to Foy's Lake which is set amidst a beautiful surrounding. World War II Cemetery where more than 700 soldiers from commonwealth countries and Japan are buried is also worth visiting.