History of Naming of Bandarban Hill District
There is a legend about the origin of the name Bandarban. According to local folklore, once upon a time, a large number of monkeys lived in this area. These monkeys would regularly come to the hill next to a spring located at the entrance to the city to lick salt. Once upon a time, due to incessant heavy rainfall, the water level in the spring rose significantly. As a result, the monkeys could not cross the spring and reach the hill. Holding each other, they would form a line and cross the spring together. Local residents witnessed this scene of monkeys crossing the spring in a chain.
From that time on, the place came to be known as “Maokhi Chhatra”. In the Marma language, Maok means monkey and Chhi means dam or barrier. Over time, through the common pronunciation of Bengali speakers, the name of the region evolved into Bandarban. Eventually, this name was officially recognized and recorded in official documents as Bandarban.
Prantik Lake Bandarban
On the way to Bandarban, the journey to the border lake begins from a place called Haludiya, where on the way you have to cross the village of Kaistali and enter the border lake. I was born in this village, located on the outskirts of Kaistali and surrounded by green fields. This village is where the unforgettable stories of my past life are hidden and the most beautiful gift of life is the village, where the memories of life are intertwined with my parents.
There is a beautiful lake in Bandarban called Prantik Lake. Out of 68 acres, the total area of this lake is only 25 to 30 acres. This lake is larger than Baga Lake. Baga Lake has an area of 15 acres. Surrounded by mountains and forests, this beautiful lake is full of different species of plants. In 2013, the government declared Prantik Lake as a tourist destination. The forest on the banks of the lake is home to many species of wildlife including monkeys, birds, which are born naturally. The pond has Dahuk, various species of aquatic plants. While naturally occurring plants enhance the beauty of the lake, various types of flowers, fruits, medicinal and timber trees have been planted on its unnecessary and fallow land.
Meghla Parjatan Complex
Meghla Tourist Complex is a popular recreational spot located in Bandarban district, Bangladesh. It is known for its serene surroundings amidst lush greenery and the presence of various attractions that cater to both tourists and locals alike. To reach Meghla Tourist Complex from Dhaka, travelers typically start with a road journey. They can take a bus or private car from Dhaka to Bandarban town, which takes Page 9 of 10 approximately 7-8 hours depending on traffic and road conditions. Bandarban serves as the gateway to exploring the Chittagong Hill Tracts region. From Bandarban town, visitors can hire a local taxi or rickshaw to reach Meghla Tourist Complex, which is located about 4 kilometers away. The road leading to Meghla is picturesque, passing through hills and forests typical of the region. At Meghla Tourist Complex, visitors can enjoy various attractions such as a zoo featuring native wildlife species, a lake where boat rides are available, and a hanging bridge offering scenic views of the surrounding hills and forests. There are also picnic spots and restaurants within the complex, making it a perfect destination for families and nature enthusiasts. Overall, visiting Meghla Tourist Complex from Dhaka provides an opportunity to relax amidst natural beauty and explore the unique attractions that showcase the diversity of Bangladesh’s landscapes.
Nilachal
Nilachal Tourist Center is located on a hill about 2,000 feet high near Bandarban city. Just 4 km from the city, Nilachal is a beautiful place of unparalleled beauty. The winding roads, hilly neighborhoods and silver rivers on the slopes of the mountains with a wide horizon all around are like paintings by an artist. From this hill, the entire Bandarban city can be seen at a glance. Sunrise and sunset can be seen from here too. How to reach Bandarban – Where to stay You can go to Bandarban from anywhere in the country via Chittagong. There are buses to Bandarban from Dhaka or Chittagong. You can also go to Bandarban by bus from Cox’s Bazar. It is possible to reach Bandarban in two to two and a half hours by bus from Chittagong or Cox’s Bazar. Cars are available for rent from Bandarban to visit various tourist attractions. Various types of jeeps and chandigarh cars are waiting for tourists near the bus terminal since morning. You can rent a car for four to five thousand taka to visit the tourist attractions like Rajbari, Meghla, Nilachal, Chimbuk, Golden Temple, Shailprapat, Nilgiri etc. in one day. All the roads you have to cross to see the mentioned places are quite good. Although there are many ups and downs on the winding mountain roads, almost the entire road is paved. However, it is better not to go on these roads without a local experienced driver. Even if you have your own car, it is better to leave the car in the city. Or you can take your car with a local driver and rest the driver.
Where there are six cottages in the cinematic Nilgiri Resort. The names are Akashsima, Meghradhash, Nilingna, Harkarrahacha and Marmarali. Tourists will have to pay 4 thousand to 10 thousand taka to stay in the cottage. The reference of an army officer is required for booking. There is no booking rule without the reference of Nilgiri Resort. To enjoy this famous mountain environment, contact us to book from anywhere in the world, our organization is with you for everything from cars to hotels to travel tickets.
Nilgiri
If you want to fulfill your desire to touch the clouds; visit Nilgiri Bandarban. If you go to Nilgiri, the clouds will come to your fingertips. The blue sky moves overhead; the white clouds play with the white clouds on the Nilgiri hills. This blue bush is so beautiful, this Nilgiri. Because of Nilgiri, Bandarban is called Bandarban from Darjeeling. For those who like adventure, Nilgiri at night can be the best place. On the way to Nilgiri, you will see the beautiful stones of Bandarban. Here, the tribal youth will welcome you. From here, you can buy products made by the tribals. Nilgiri is located on the top of the hill just 45 kilometers away from the district headquarters. Nilgiri is a unique gift of nature. The country’s second highest mountain, Kekrudong, the natural battle Boglik, Cox’s Bazar’s Bogalek, the light-dark lamps of the Chittagong sea port and the dazzling mountain range are also found here. There is a camp of Bangladesh Army in Nilgiris. So there is no lack of security here. In the remote hills, The Sky has been built in the Nilgiris tourist center, where all the facilities for tourists are available, namely Sky Naila, Meghstrap, Niltana. Cottages are available for the night. There is a state-of-the-art restaurant here. After reaching the hill road, you can eat as much as you want in the restaurant. It is good to visit Nilgiris in both seasons; winter and monsoon, traveling here is much more enjoyable. However, traveling during the monsoon is more fun. Because, during this time, the dance of clouds can beseen.
