Kuakata

It is exciting to learn about the tourist spots in Bangladesh since all the major six divisions in this small country have lots to offer for visiting parties. Barishal division is also great as a tourist locale. Barishal division is located in the north western part of Bangladesh and it offers numerous reasons to attract tourists to this part of the world for varied reasons.

This land is generally known for the numerous rivers and canals flowing across the Barishal region and migratory birds find it a great place to nest for some time.

Kuakata is one of the key attractions in the Barishal region and the beach and sea is one of the fantastic sights. This area is located in the southernmost tip of Bangladesh. The specialty that tourists find in this part of the world is the natural scenic attraction which is complemented by countless number of coconut trees. These coconut trees which are rooted straight and elevated make tourists think that this region is God's own land. The sea shore sceneries are eye catching and appeasing for tourists and is one of the best places in Bangladesh to hang out. This is one of the common and eye catching scenes in this beach and on all days, you can see tourists turning up in huge numbers on mornings and evening s to witness the ever encouraging sunrise and sunset.

The best time for tourists to visit Kuakata is during winter season. There is another strong reason for some of the tourists to visit this region and that is the presence of tribal groups. These tribal groups, who have been living in this area, have always been friendly and receptive to visitors. Many of the foreigners would not hesitate to mingle with them as the tribal was never reluctant to share the true beauty and lifestyle in that part of the world. As a matter of fact, other than tourist interests, there are some other interests of unique tradition, culture and practice of living, that make many of thinkers and writers peep in this part of the world for their professional or personal interest.

The Buddhist temple in Kuakata is another must visit in this area and another key attraction is the presence of two wells which are older than 200 years. One can always see tourists busy in photography in front of these wells, since ancient monuments or properties like this are absolutely rare at present. In local language, they call these wells as Kua and Kata respectively. Hence, even the region got its name as KuaKata.

The more you travel around Bangladesh, the more excited you will be to know new things and experience new facts. One such thing is the fishermans village. It will take any visitor by surprise as this village is exclusively for fisherman. This village presents wonderful opportunities for the tourists to know many facts about the lives of fisherman, the risk they take when going to sea, their aspirations, dreams and desires.