Hills & Island of Bangladesh

Rangamati - the lake district From Chittagong, a 77 km. winding road that passes through lush green fields and forested hills take you to Rangamati at the heart of the lake district. The township is located on the western bank of Kaptai Lake. Rangamati is a favourite holiday resort because of its scenic beauty and its lakeside location, its colourful tribes, homespun textile products, ivory and jewellery. For tourists the attractions of Rangamati are numerous, speedboat cruising, water skiing, bathing or merely enjoying nature as it is. It is a rare spot for eco-tourism. Visitors are fascinated by the rich culture of its ethnic people. A visit to the tribal museum and the hanging bridge on the lake a must. Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation provides good hotel and cottage accommodation, auditorium, catering, speedboat and other facilities at Rangamati. For advance booking contact Parjatan Motel, Rangamati. Ph: 880-351-63126, 61046 or Central Reservation, Commercial Division, BPC Head Office, Dhaka. Phone:(880 - 2) 9899288-91, 8811109, 8821548 Fax: :(880 - 2) 8811150 e-mail : info@bangladeshtourism.gov.bd