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Package Name: Hill Tracks
Package Description
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.
Khagrachhari - the hilltop town
Khagrachhari is the district headquarters of Khagrachhari hill district.
Connected to Chittagong by a 92 km. all-weather metalled road, Khagrachhari is
ringed by thick rain forests that shelter a wide variety of birds and animals.
For the tourist seeking nature in a restful mood, Khagrachhari is the place.
Bandarban - the roof of Bangladesh
92 km. from Chittagong by a metalled road, Bandarban is the district
headquarters of the Bandarban hill district. It is home town of the Bohmang
Chief who is the head of the Mogh tribe. The Moghs are of Myanmar origin and
Buddhists by religion. The Moghs are a simple and hospitable people. Bandarban
is also the home of the Murangs who are famous for their music and dance.
Several other tribes of great ethnogical interest live in the remote areas of
the district. The highest peak of Bangladesh - Tahjin dong (4632 ft.)- is
located in the Bandarban district.
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Hills of Bangladesh - Rangamati - the lake district - speedboat cruising - water skiing - bathing - Khagrachhari - the hilltop town - Khagrachhari hill district - thick rain forests - Bandarban - the roof of Bangladesh - the Mogh tribe - home of the Murangs - highest peak of Bangladesh - Tahjin dong -
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