
Chittagong Travel Guide
Bangladesh
Chittagong is a city of 5,379,660 people on Bangladesh’s southeastern coast, beside the Bay of Bengal. It is served by Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP), the main airport for arriving travellers.
The nearest named coastal spot is Kattali Sea Beach, 2.9 kilometres away. Other options include Anandabazar at 6.2 kilometres, Patenga at 13.5 kilometres, Parki Beach at 18.5 kilometres and Kumira Beach at 18.6 kilometres. Akilpur Sea Beach is 21.3 kilometres away, while Banshkhali Sea Beach is 34.2 kilometres from the city.
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Weather in Chittagong
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Pays in BDT
Plug type Type C & Type D & Type G (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 999
Dial code +880
Tipping: Tipping is not as widespread or expected in Bangladesh as it is in some Western countries. However, it is becoming more common, especially in tourist-oriented establishments. While not mandatory, a small tip for good service is appreciated.
Best time to visit Chittagong
Jan
25°1Feb
28°1Mar
31°4Apr
33°9May
32°15Jun
30°25Jul
30°30Aug
29°29Sep
31°25Oct
31°13Nov
29°3Dec
26°1Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Chittagong
Kattali Sea Beach
2.9 km away
Anandabazar
6.2 km away
Patenga
13.5 km away
Parki Beach
18.5 km away
Kumira Beach
18.6 km away
Akilpur Sea Beach
21.3 km away
Banshkhali Sea Beach
34.2 km away
Things to do in Chittagong
Foy's Lake
amusement park
2 km
Foy's Lake Concord
amusement park
1.7 km
Zia Memorial Museum
museum
4.3 km
Chittagong Shilpakola Academy
theatre venue
4.1 km
Sri Sri Kaibalyadham
hindu place of worship
1.1 km
Jumairah point
historic site
4.1 km
Khan Bari - খান বাড়ী সবুজবাগ,চট্টগ্রাম
historic site
2.1 km
The Hide Out Theme Park
amusement park
4 km
Getting there
Shah Amanat International Airport · 12.8 km
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