Mujib Nagar Monument

During the Liberation War, the oath taking of the first interim government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh was held on the 17th April, 1971 at the mango grove of Meherpur. To mark this historical occasion, an open architectural competition was called in 1983 to design a memorial at the site of the oath taking.

The design of Architect Jalal Ahmad and his partners won 1st prize in the design competition. The main emphasis of the design was to least disturb the serenity of the mango grove around the oath taking podium. The proposed design was conceived as a series of free standing brick columns around the historical oath taking podium, depicting the peoples struggle and strength which are being tied with randomly placed r.c.c. beams signifying the unity of the nation. An open air amphitheater, few free standing mural walls and a small museum were also proposed within the monument.

Cox's Bazar

· Longest natural sandy beach

· Unbroken sandy beach for 77.67 Miles (125 km)

· Located in Bangladesh

· Also known by the name Palongkee and the name   Panowa which means "yellow flower."

 

Cox's Bazar Beach

Cox's Bazar Beach is the longest natural unbroken beach in the world. It represents 77.67 miles (125 km) of unbroken sandy beach. The tide varies slightly creating a good place for sun bathing.

The name Cox's Bazar Beach comes from Captain Cox who died in 1799. He was a British officer that was compassionate towards the local people and had gain much favor in their eyes. The beach is also referred to as Palongkee and Panowa which means "yellow flower."

Best way to see and experience Cox's Bazar Beach

More will follow on Cox's Bazar Beach as it is declared an official or notable wonder of Asia.

Shat Gambuj Mousqe

The Shat Gambuj Mosque is famous for it's historical importance. It is one of greatest mosques in Bangladesh in respect of its spectacular beauty. It is situated in Bagerhat besides the longest sea beach Bay of Bengal also the longest mangrove forest Shundarban. In the king of Sultan Nassiruddin Mahmud Shah (1435-1459) is established Kholifabad area under Saint Ulugh Khan Jahan made this magnificent mosque at 1459. It took's several year to complete it. It's total length is 160 feet and total wide is 108 feet. The roof of the mosque is supported by 77 squat domes. The vast prayer hall of the mosque has 11 arched doorways on east and 7 each on north and south for the ventilation and light. It has 7 longitudinal corridors. Architecturally, the interior and exterior of the mosque is quite plain. But the interior Western Wall was decorated beautifully with terracotta flowers and foliage. It offers an impressive look. UNESCO is already declered this mosque as one of the historical place of the world.

How To Go: From Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, you can go by Bus service such as Shohagh, Hanif, Egal for go to Dhaka to Khulna. If you want to journy by launch or Stemar, you can go 1st Mongla which is one of the best port area of Bangladesh. You can also travell by Train.From Khulna it's distance may be 7 km. So you can go by Rickshaw or Microbus .

For Stay: If you want to stay there, some hotels are ready to help you. Sagorica, Rahmat Hotel, Mohona Hotel, Rahat Hotel is for you.

Shat gombuj mosque is one of the attractive place of world for tourists for its stately historical magnificence. So you must wellcome to visit this historical place of Bangladesh.

Sent Martin

Forty-eight kilometers from Teknaf, St. Martin's is the country's only coral island and an unspoilt paradise. Named Narikel Jinjira (Coconut Island) by the locals, the dumbbell shaped St.Martin's has an area of only 8 sq. km. which reduces to about 5 sq. km. and in places from 1-4 meters during high tide.

The Cox's Bazar Holiday Complex of Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation on the island is an shore tourist resort having comfortable accommodation, catering, sightseeing and other facilities.

The beauty of the setting-sun behind the waves of the sea is simply captivating. Locally made cigars and handloom products of the tribal Rakhyne families are good buys.

Located at a distance of 152 km. south of Chittagong, Cox's Bazar is connected both by air and road from Dhaka and Chittagong.

Visit to the fascinating picnic spots at Himchari and Teknaf, the Buddhist Temple at Ramu and nearby islands of Sonadia and St. Martin's, Inani Beach and Moheshkhali are certain to become unforgettable experiences for every visitor.