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Things to Do  

Foy's Lake

Foy's Lake, Chittagong

 OMERKASHMIRI Says:  The brand new Foy’s Lake Resort is a unique getaway in Chittagong where you can stay in luxurious accommodation while enjoying the natural beauty of Foy’s Lake and the entertainment of its two theme parks 

world war II Cemetery

world war II Cemetery, Chittagong

 saidur_khan Says:  well-preserved cemetery at quiet and picturesque place lie buried over 700 soldiers from commonwealth countries and Japan. 

The cow.

The cow., Chittagong

 Gnome Says:  This is a really silly thing, but one of my funniest memories of Chittagong was a particularly large cow that used to sit in front of Chittagong's one and only ATM machine. I was always wanting to get some money, like everyone else in the town. However, I am sure that the... 

Ship Breaking

Ship Breaking, Chittagong

 Gnome Says:  One of the most amazing things to see not far from Chittagong is the ship breaking industry at work. When big ships are old, they are sent to Bangladesh, and the captain runs the boat into the beach at full speed. Then hundreds of people will physically break the ship apart... 

Hotels  

The Peninsula: The Best in Chittagong (apparently)

The Peninsula: The Best in Chittagong (apparently), Chittagong

 BobYourUncle Says:  They say this is the best accommodation in the city. And from what I hear from other travellers it is apparently so.One thing you must hand them is full points for courtesy and friendliness. That seems to be the mantra anywhere you go in Bangladesh. The staff a really... 

Hotel Eastern View

Hotel Eastern View, Chittagong

 sasumon Says:  ''Hotel Eastern View'' the newest hotel at business capital Chittagong in Bangladesh. Here staffs & service is good. Amenities are nice too. The hotel's rooms are so big, Sheet are white & really clean. 

The Penisula Chittagong: Best hotel in chittagong

The Penisula Chittagong: Best hotel in chittagong, Chittagong

 OMERKASHMIRI Says:  I have stayed there four times so far, and its the only 4 star hotel available in town. Its rooms are good, located nicely in the heart of the city. It offers break fast buffet. It has its own gym, swimming pool and disco actually the only disco in town. Disco is open only... 

Agrabad Hotel: Agrabad Hotel

Agrabad Hotel: Agrabad Hotel, Chittagong

 Gnome Says:   The Agrabad Hotel has many unique qualities. I tend to think of it as being two star quality at a five star price. It is unlike any hotel I have ever been in before. It is usually totally deserted, as not many people visit Chittagong. This explains why the management... 

Restaurants  

Handi: India with a touch of Bangla

Handi: India with a touch of Bangla, Chittagong

 BobYourUncle Says:  Four of us and I guess we ordered too much.Back home (India) when you order for a kabab platter and the main course - the former comes first followed by the main course about 30 minutes later. Here the parathas and chicken bhortha (local) came first followed shortly... 

Meridien Hotel: Meridien Hotel

Meridien Hotel: Meridien Hotel, Chittagong

 Gnome Says:  The food is edible - I hope I don't offend anyone here, but if you are going to Chittagong, food can be a BIG BIG problem. This is a nice restaurant, and the food is fresh. I am writing from 1996 memories, so things may have changed. I am just posting this message, as I know... 

Nightlife  

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I'm available in Dhaka, Chittagong area ONLY for VIPs/ Foreign visitors/ Diplomats/I'm doing only hot sex, it's secrete and confidentially.

I am fascinated by meeting interesting people, discovering their secret wishes and longings and by making theirs and my own dreams come true.

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Updated Jan 28, 2010

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Transportation  

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This poses a big problem. Unless you are coming from Calcutta, you will have do get a domestic flight from Dhaka in Bangladesh, on 'Biman Bangladesh' airlines. This can be a totally hair raising experience, as the planes are really old and smelly and not very safe looking. I was sitting near the emergency exit, which whistled and provided lots of fresh air. Don't complain, as the fresh air enables you to breathe, as the planes smell really really bad. The other alternatives are to go on a train that is infested with malaria carrying mosquitoes, or on a very dangerous road from Dhaka.

Updated Aug 24, 2002

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Tourist Traps  

Chittagong Zoo - this is a...
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Chittagong Zoo - this is a pretty sad zoo, as they do not have the funds to upkeep the infrastructure. If you are a foreigner, you will become a major tourist attraction, as all the locals will want to have their photo taken with you.

Written Aug 24, 2002

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Off The Beaten Path  

Patenga - ?a beach
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These were busy days. But somewhere along the way I heard someone local say the Patenga Beach is the place to go to for some local trinkets.
Now I expected a beach "beach". But this was just metres and metres of sea-coast lined with stones and breakers presumably to prevent flooding. So no making sand castles, no waiting for the waves to lap at your feet, no lazing on your beach towel!
What you do have running parallel the waterline are rows of shops selling stuff made of shells and stuff from the sea. Also clothes and other touristy stuff. None of this was unique and I didn't even stop to ask for prices.
Retrospectively, I can't think why this is a tourist spot. But it did seem to be a favourite with the locals - families, college kids and couples. On the other hand just the drive from the airport past the hundred ships and trawlers anchored in the sea, and the road along the Naval Base seemed worth the short visit.

Updated Jun 6, 2012

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Book your ticket back out. ...
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Favorite thing: Book your ticket back out. This is a place you do not want to be stuck in....

Fondest memory: Leaving on the plane on the way out.... But this is not a good as when you land at your destination, as any plane that flies out of Chittagong is very old, with a higher than usual chance of crashing!!!

Updated Aug 24, 2002

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