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Faridpur
, Dhaka

4.0

Faridpur is a district of Dhaka Division, known for its rich history, cultural heritage and agricultural significance. This district was established on the banks of Padma river in 1815. Faridpur is a junction point of transport in southern Bangladesh. Earlier the name of the city was Fatehabad. The total area of Faridpur district is 2052.86 km and the present population is 2126.879. It is one of the oldest cities in Bangladesh. It has Rajbari and Manikganj districts to the north, Gopalganj districts to the south, Magura and Narail districts to the west and Madaripur and Munshiganj districts to the east. The district has a rich history dating back to the Mughal era. The economy of Faridpur is mainly based on agriculture. The district is known for producing high quality jute. Apart from agriculture, Faridpur has various small-scale industries including textiles, rice mills and handicrafts. The jute industry in particular plays an important role in the local economy. Faridpur district is also an important center of hilsa fish and jute traders. Surrounded by natural beauty, this district is highly livable. People of different religions and castes live together here. Which is a very important aspect for living here. From any district of Bangladesh, the transportation system to Faridpur is quite good. In this regard, roads and railways are particularly significant. After the Padma Setu was opened, the communication system of this district has improved more. Along with this, the possibility of construction and expansion of new industries and mills has been created. Along with the communication system, the education system and medical services are also very good here. Jute industry is characterized by the employment of many people which is a part of the need for livelihood here. Faridpur has its own history and traditions, its own regional language and culinary diversity. Traditional folk music and routines are an integral part of this celebration. Although it is a Muslim-majority area, unique religious festivals are also celebrated here. Apart from this, Faridpur has several heritage sites and tourist centers which play a very important role in highlighting this significance. Among these, Mujibnagar, Faridpur Museum and River Landscapes are worth mentioning. Faridpur district has ample supply of water, electricity and gas. The district has a primarily agricultural environment with fertile plains enriched by the Padma River and its tributaries. Tropical climate prevails here. Faridpur's environment also faces challenges such as river erosion and flooding that affect local communities and agriculture. Efforts to address these issues through sustainable practices and infrastructural improvements to protect and preserve the district's natural resources and agricultural productivity continue.

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Sitakunda
, Chattogram

4.5

Sitakunda is an upazila in Chattogram district. Sitakunda is one of the earliest human settlements in Bangladesh. Talking about the history, it was dominated by the Buddhist monarchs from Myanmar in the east and Muslim rulers from Bengal in the west. The Dhaka-Chittagong highway and railway play an important role in Sitakunda’s economic growth. Sitakunda is primarily agricultural, but it also possesses the world’s biggest ship breaking business. The sector has been accused of failing to protect workers’ rights, particularly in terms of workplace safety and child labor. Sitakunda is known for its many Islamic, Hindu, and Buddhist shrines. It contains 280 mosques, 49 Hindu temples, 8 mazars, 4 ashrams, and 3 Buddhist temples. Among its prominent religious monuments are the Chandranath temple, Vidarshana Ram vihara, and Hammadyar mosque. Sitakunda, geographical structure 70 kilometers long, 10 kilometers wide, is one of the westernmost structures of Chattogram and Chattogram Hill Tracts, bordered by the Feni river in the north, the Karnaphuli river in the south, the Halda river in the east, and the Sandwip Channel in the west. Sitakunda as a thana was established in 1879 and renamed Sitakunda Upazila in 1983. Out of Chittagong’s 26 upazilas and thanas, it is the third largest in terms of land and the sixth most populous. Sitakunda town, consists of 28.63 square kilometers, and a population of 36650 people, is the administrative headquarters in Sitakunda upazila.

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Chandanaish
, Chattogram

4.5

Chandanaish is a village in Chattogram district. The Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar highway crosses Chandanaish. The eastern section of this upazila is covered with tree-covered slopes and natural forests. This location dates back around 2000 years. During Mughal rule, Arakan served as a seaport. Merchants from Burma and several Middle Eastern nations used to deal in the fibre wood of the beautiful and fragrant sandalwood grown in the region at Munsef Bazar in the upazila. The region is thought to have been named Chandanaish for the sandalwood. Chandanaish was declared an upazila in 1983. This upazila has nine unions and one municipality. Dhopacchari Union is located in mountainous terrain around Bandaban, Rangunia, Dohazari, Hasimpur, and Kanchanabad. Three units are somewhat hilly. Patia and Rangunia are located north of Chandanaish, with Satkania to the south, Bandarban and Rangunia to the east, and Anwara upazila to the west. It is important to note that there is currently no seaport or sandalwood in this region. The metropolitan region of Kanchanabad no longer has apparent mineral resources like white soil, valuable stones, thami, and towel weaving. Hazrat Shah Amin Ullah (RA), Hazrat Mostan Ali Shah (RA), Hazrat Hafiz Ansur Ali (RA), Hazrat Akkel Ali Shah, Caliph of Garangia Darbar, and Hazrat Mao—all these people were born in this place and nearby.

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Satkania
, Chattogram

4.0

The Satkania Upazila is one of the locations of Chattogram District’s southern areas. Located about 61 kilometers from the metropolitan city, the Satkania area guide has been transformed due to the construction of the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar railway route. The upazila has a land area of about 282.40 square kilometers. It is bounded by Chandanaish Upazila in the north, Lohagora Upazila in the south, Bandarban Upazila in the east, and Bashkhali Upazila in the west. The population of the area is more than 3,84,806, and it has 75 villages, 17 unions, 73 mouzas, and 1 pourashava. Traveling from the Chattogram city area to Stakania requires using the Arkan Road and Kalurghat Bridge to come across the Karnaphuli River. Then, the Arkan Road connects to the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar Highway. It is the longest road connecting Satkania to Cox’s Bazar and other locations via the Dohazari Bridge, which is constructed over the Sangu River. The newly established roads and bridges have made traveling in and out of the upazila highly convenient. The economy of Satkania is dependent on agriculture and trade. However, there are other industries as well, such as cottage industry, fisheries, dairies, etc. The area also has many healthcare institutions, including one Upazila health complex. Satkania is religiously diverse, with over 1,000 mosques, 18 mazar/dargah, 75 Hindu temples, 8 Buddhist Temples, etc. There are multiple community centers, banks and finance offices, service centers, marketplaces, etc. Satkania Upazila is also rich in historical landmarks and various tourist locations. Being located in the south of the country, Satkania has several hilly areas that offer natural beauty. People who live in Satkania or travel to the location also enjoy visiting Alinagar Eco Park, Boitoroni Forest Area, Baitul Izzat Jame Masjid Area, Holudia Palm Forest, Gyanapal Ratnapriya Forest Meditation Center, etc. One can also enjoy the beauty of the Sangu River and Dolu River. Satkania is a rural area with gradually growing urban locations. Over time, it is likely to be one of the most important areas in the Chattogram District.

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Sandwip
, Chattogram

3.9

Once known as a land of business and trade, the Sandwip upazila or Sandwip Island of Chattogram District used to have a vast land area of 630 square miles. However, the upazila lost its land over time due to various natural disasters. Now, it only has a land area of about 80 square miles, which is 25 miles in length and 3-9 miles in width. The population of Sandwip is around 3,27,533 (2022 Census). According to the old Sandwip area guide and history written by the Europeans, the island is over 3 to 4 thousand years old. It was known for producing salt and manufacturing ships and garments. There are also many debates and theories on how the island was named. Some people say that there were no men on the island when Baro Auliya discovered it. They named it Shunno (Zero) Dip (Island), which later turned into Sandwip. Others say that Europeans named it Sand-Heap as the land was filled with sand and was later called Sandwip. However the name came, Sandwip remains one of the most beautiful landscapes of Bangladesh, surrounded by the Bay of Bengal, Chattogram, Companiganj of Noakhali, Hatiya Island, Bamoni, and Meghna Rivers. While it is still one of the prosperous land areas, the lack of proper transportation facilities has made the island remote and less accessible. The only means of travel to the Sandwip Upazila is the ferry terminal from Kumira Ghat of Sitakund. There are no buses or bus routes inside the Island either. Sandwip was formed by silt deposits from the Meghna River’s estuary, which is highly fertile and suitable for agriculture. Along with rice, jute, potato, betel nuts, sugarcane, radish, mango, and jackfruits, many other crops and fruits are grown in the land of Sanwip Upazila. Even though it is a remote Island, the seaside and natural beauty of Sandwip attract many national and international tourists every year. Some of its popular and well-known locations are Sandwip Sea Beach, Travelly Eco Village, the Sandwip Channel, and the Bay of Bengal. The area is prone to natural disasters, which is why it has several cyclone shelters to ensure people’s safety. However, one of the upcoming projects in Sandwip includes the construction of a jetty, which will make communication with the mainland more accessible and ensure better safety in the future.

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Lohagara
, Chattogram

3.9

The Lohagara area guide has been one of the most sought-after ones since the development of Dhaka-Cox’s Bazar train station routes. It is an upazila of the Chattogram district, located about 60 kilometers south of the metropolitan city area. With a total land area of 259.19 square kilometers and a population of nearly 2.5 lakh, Lohagara is one of the green locations of Chattogram. It is surrounded by Satkania upazila in the north, Chakaria in the south, Bandarbad hilly areas in the east, and Banshkhali upazila in the west. The important water bodies of the area are the Hangor River and the Tankabati and Boalia canals. Historical records show that Lohagara Thana was established first after Satkania Thana was divided into two parts in 1981. However, it became an upazila in 1983. It is said that Shah Shuja, the Mughal Prince, took shelter in this area in 1660. During his departure, the prince engraved an iron bar as a sign. As “iron” is translated as “Loha” in Bengali, people went on calling this place Lohagara. The resting area of Prince Shah Shuja is now called Chunati, a location under the upazila. The forest areas of this upazila are filled with gorjon, boilam, chapalish, and many medicinal trees and herbs. Animals like elephants, deer, monkeys, wild boars, wild cats, foxes, etc., also wander in the forest zones of Lohagara. Recently, the Elephant Overpass was constructed in Chunati of Lohagara Upazila, which is the first elephant overpass in Southeast Asia. It is built over the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar Railway line so that the elephants can move freely. Anyone who wants a taste of beautiful greenery, such as forests, hills, and other areas, can visit Chunati Wildlife Sanctuary, Padua Forest Range, Chambi Lake, Nasim Park, etc. Other notable locations of the upazila include Cox’s Bazar Gate, located on the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar Highway of Chunati, Masadia Gyanbikash Bihar, Charamba Rubber Dam, Charamba Segun Bagan, Chambi Rubber Dam, etc. Lohagara is a prosperous area with many educational institutions, including universities and madrasas. It has over 60 mosques, 9 temples, 4 churches and 2 pagodas. The economy of the upazila depends mainly on agriculture. There are also fisheries, dairies, and cottage industries. Despite all the good things, Lohagara still suffers from many shortcomings. However, with proper steps and adding more modern facilities, this area can be turned into one of the important tourist attractions in the future.

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Fatikchari
, Chattogram

4.0

The largest upazila in the Chattogram District is Fatikchari. Its land area is 773.55 square kilometers, and its population is 6,61,158 (2022 Census). The Fatikchari area guide shows that it is located 45 kilometers north of the Chattogram Metropolitan City area. It has 2 thanas, 2 pourashavas, and 18 unions. Like many other locations in Chattogram, Fatikchari is a rural land area filled with many natural attractions. Fatikchari is bounded by many other upazilas and locations. It has India’s Tripura in the North, Kawkhali (of Rangamati District) and the Hathazari Upazila in the South, and Mirsharai and Sitakunda Upazilas in the West. It also has Raozan, Ramgarh, Lakshmichhari, and Manikchhari Upazilas in the east. With all the areas and a diverse population, Fatikchari stands to be a land known for its rich history, cultural heritage, remarkable landmarks, and many more things. The history of this land began during the rule of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb when Chattogram was known as Islamabad. Fatikchari became one of the ruling divisions of Mughal Ruler Shaista Khan’s son, Bujurg Umid Ali Khan. The area was known as Ichapur Pargana. Later, it was named Fatikchari after the renowned Baro-Bhuiyan chieftain Isha Khan. Anyone who wants to travel to Fatikchari by bus can travel directly from Chattogram Metropolican City’s Oxygen Mor area. You can also travel to Fatikchari by train to Nazirhat Railway Station and go to the Upazila Sadar by bus or CNG from there. It has two notable water bodies, the Halda River and the Fatikchari Canal, which originated in the Sitakundu Hills and joined the Halda River. While a big part of Fatikchari is filled with agricultural lands, open fields, and residents, it also has developed roads running along the way. Many of them are suitable for traveling via bus. However, the area still needs wider roads for better access to transport. The total land suitable for agricultural use in Fatikchari is 90,500.58 acres. The main agricultural crops are paddy, potato, chilly, sesame, seasonal vegetables, etc. However, the area’s economy also depends on tea. Of 163 tea gardens in Bangladesh, 17 are in Fatikchari. These tea estates are among the popular tourist attractions in Fatikchari, especially Fatickchari Oodaleah Tea Garden, Halda Valley Tea Garden, Kaiyacherra Tea Garden, etc. Fatikchari is also diverse in culture and natural beauty, filled with over 900 religious institutions, 35 banks or financial institutions, and more. Some of the popular and notable landmarks in Fatikchari are Maizbhandari Darbar Sharif, Amtoli Rubber Garden, Bhujpur Shishu Park, and Halda Rubber Dam.

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Rangunia
, Chattogram

3.8

The Rangunia Upazila is significant in Chattogram District because of its vast land area (around 347.72 square kilometers) and population (3.4 lakh). It is the 6th largest Upazila in land area and 9th in population, making the Rangunia area guide one of the most sought-after ones. A little far from the Chattogram Metropolitan area, the Rangunia Upazila is bounded by Kawkhali and Rangamati Upazilas on the north and Chandanaish Upazila on the south. There are Rajasthali and Kaptai Upazilas of Rangamati and Bandarban Sadar Upazila on the east. It also has the Kawkhali, Rangamati, Raozaon, Patiya, and Boalkhali Upazilas on the west. So, it is clear that Rangunia is one of the most accessible locations when traveling to the South of the country. Due to the Chattogram-Kaptai Road, people can travel to the upazila directly from Chattogram Metropolitan City or even from Dhaka. Another way to travel around the areas of Rangunia is via the Chandraghana Ferry Terminal. Though the area doesn’t have railway access, the nearest railway stations are Dhalghat and Patiya Railway Stations of Patiya Upazila. While Rangunia is the administrative headquarters of the upazila, it has other notable sub-areas, such as Shilok, Kodala, Ranirhat, Padua, etc. The upazila's waterbodies are the Karnaphuli River and the Ichamoti River. While these increase Rangunia's beauty, floods often damage the area, its roads, and agricultural lands. Since Rangunia is considered a “major grain source” of the country, this type of natural disaster often causes big financial losses. There are many notable locations and tourist attractions around the Rangunia Upazila. Some of the most popular ones are Sheikh Russel Aviary and Eco Park, Rampahar-Sitapahar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kodala Tea Garden, and Gayanasarana Buddhist Monastery. There are also various River and Sunset viewpoints near the river areas. The Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET), a prominent educational institution in Bangladesh, is also in the Rangunia Upazila. The economy of the upazila depends largely on agriculture. However, other important economic sources include business, commerce, service, non-agricultural labor, and transport. Since the area is filled with many potential, Rangunia has been under various development projects to increase its living facilities and amenities.

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Anwara
, Chattogram

3.8

The Anwara Upazila is located 24 kilometers opposite the Chattogram Metropolitan City, southeast of the Karnaphuli River and the coast of the Bay of Bengal. The Upazila is bounded by Patiya Upazila, Bashkhali Upazila, Chandanaish Upazila, Chattogram Port, and the Bay of Bengal. This shows how important the Anwara area guide is! Anwara was formed as a Thana in 1876. However, in 1983, it was established as an Upazila. Now, it has 11 unions, 80 mouzas, 81 villages, and 99 wards. The land area of Anwara Upazila is 164.13 square kilometers, and the current population is over 2,59,000. The Anwara Upazila’s locations near the riverside areas have been established as industrial zones with many export processing zones and factories. These include the Korean Export Processing Zone (KEPZ), China Export Processing Zone (CEPZ), Chittagong Urea Fertilizer Limited (CUFL), Karnaphuli Fertilizer Company Ltd (KAFCO), etc. The construction of the Bangabandhu Tunnel has connected Anwara and other locations and established business routes that have positively affected the country’s economy. Anwara is also another important route of travel or transport of goods to Cox’s Bazar and the port area connected by the Shah Amanat Bridge. The natural and beautiful landscape around the Upazila is not far from the industrial and economic area. One of the popular sites in Anwara is Parki Beach and the resorts. People can also enjoy the scenery of the Bay of Bengal, Karnaphuli River, and Sangu River from various locations in Anwara. Other notable locations include Anwara Hilltop Park, Menna Park, Kala Bibir Dighi, Hazrat Shah Mohsen Aulia (R:) Mazar Sharif, Bangladesh Marine Academy, and Norman's Point Lighthouse. Along with many educational institutions, Anwara Upazila has over 350 mosques, 83 Hindu Temples, 13 banks, 20 post offices, 52 cyclone centers, and an Upazila health complex.

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Horintana Thana
, Khulna

4.1

The Horinatana Thana is a metropolitan area under the Khulna City Corporation. It is situated at the Jalma Union of Batiaghata Upazila. The thana area is bounded by Sonadanaga Thana in the north, Dumuria Thana in the south, Lobonchara Thana in the east, and Dumiria and Arongghata Thanas in the west. It has a land area of about 16 square kilometers and a population of over 25,000. Since the thana is located at the Khulna City Bypass and has many important locations nearby, the Horintana Thana area guide is a vital one. Moreover, it is a densely populated city area with never-ending chaos, making it essential to know your way around it. The most convenient way to reach Horintana Thana is using the bus routes. If you are traveling via public or local bus, the Zero Point Mor is likely to be your stop as it is the closest to the thana. However, if you are traveling using the New Market route from the Zero Point Mor, you can make a stop at the thana. Nevertheless, the Horintana Thana area offers a convenient traveling facility. It is not far from the Khulna Railway Station. Moreover, the recently inaugurated Mohammadpur Railway Station offers a more convenient traveling facility from Khulna City to Rupsha Railway Bridge, Mongla Port, and Benapole. The Horintana Thana area is a residential and commercial hub, which means it offers better access to living facilities and other amenities. From educational institutions to healthcare, it has pretty much everything. On top of that, new projects are initiated from time to time to elevate people’s experiences and lifestyles. Some of the commonly known and notable landmarks of the area are Harintana Gate, Zero Point Mor, Gollamari Power Grid Sub-Station, Moyur River and Bridge, Old Moulavi Mausoleum, etc. Reputed educational institutions like the Khulna University, Khulna Open University, Khulna Textile Institute, etc., are also under the Thana area.

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