Kuakata beach

 

Kuakata Sea Beach is a scenic beach in Bangladesh that's known for its panoramic views of the sunrise and sunset over the Bay of Bengal: 

• Location: Kuakata is located in the Patuakhali district, on the southernmost tip of Bangladesh. It's about 320 kilometers south of Dhaka, the capital, and 70 kilometers from the district headquarters. 
• Size: The beach is 18 kilometers long and 3 kilometers wide. 
• Features: The beach has gentle slopes into the Bay of Bengal, and is surrounded by coconut trees, an evergreen forest, and towering cliffs. 
• Activities: Visitors can enjoy fishing, surfing, and boating in the Bay of Bengal. 
• Bird sanctuary: Kuakata is a sanctuary for migratory winter birds. 
• Name: The beach is locally known as Sagor Konnya, which means "Daughter of the Sea". 
• Nearby attractions: Mishti Panir Kua, or Sweet Water Well, is a nearby attraction that was dug by Rakhine refugees in 1784. 

To get to Kuakata, you can travel by bus, private car, launch, or flight. Some tips for visiting include:

• Be careful during monsoon season when tides are high and currents are strong.
• Follow safety signs and signals before entering the water.
• Bargain when hiring a boat or CNG.
• Travel in groups to save money.
• Be friendly with the locals.
• Bring beach essentials to protect yourself from the sun. Reed more