Foy's Lake, Reservoir in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Foy's Lake is a reservoir in northern Chittagong situated at an elevation of approximately 35 meters and surrounded by green hills. The water body is accompanied by recreational facilities including an amusement park, boating areas, and fishing spots.
The reservoir originated in 1924 through the construction of a dam across a stream initiated by a railway engineer. The project was originally designed to supply water to a local railway colony and has shaped the area since then.
The reservoir serves as a social hub where families and students gather to spend time together and celebrate local festivals. Food vendors along the shores offer traditional Bangladeshi cuisine, which forms part of the site's daily community rhythm.
The site is accessible by public transportation and offers straightforward pathways to explore different areas. The best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon when the weather is pleasant and crowds are thinner.
The site preserves striking remnants of its railway past with an operating workshop and diesel facility on the grounds. These industrial structures stand in curious contrast to the modern recreational venues that have developed around the water.
Elevation above the sea: 35 m
GPS coordinates: 22.36970,91.79410
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40
Bangladesh extends from the Brahmaputra delta to the hills near the Myanmar border. The country combines historical structures with natural settings that suit photography. In Dhaka, mosques from the 17th century stand near buildings from the 20th century. The coast shows long sandy beaches and small islands in the Bay of Bengal. In the northeast, tea plantations sit on gentle hills, while wetlands and swamps become water-covered landscapes during the monsoon season. Places like Lalbagh Fort and Ahsan Manzil document the Mughal era and colonial influences in the capital. The Sixty Dome Mosque in Bagerhat dates from the 15th century and shows early Islamic architecture in the region. Jatiyo Sangsad Bhaban, the parliament building by Louis Kahn, represents modern design. Natural areas like Ratargul Swamp Forest or the tea gardens near Srimangal offer different subjects. Cox's Bazar beach stretches for many miles (kilometers) along the coast. Saint Martin Island lies farther south in the sea. Sajek Valley in the Chittagong Hill Tracts shows mountainous terrain with views over forested slopes.
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