Chandranath Temple, Hindu temple in Sitakunda, Bangladesh

Chandranath Temple stands on the summit of Chandranath Hill, the highest hill in the Chittagong area, at 1,020 feet (310 m) above sea level. The main shrine to Shiva or Chandranath is on the hilltop, while the goddess Bhavani is worshipped at a site at the foot of the hill. Pilgrims pass other sacred spots on the slope, including the Vyaskunda pool and an old banyan known as the Akshay Bat, before reaching the top.

The temple gained prominence under the rule of Dhanya Manikya of Tripura, who provided substantial endowments to strengthen its standing as a religious center. This early support laid the foundation for its development into an important site.

The temple draws thousands of Hindu devotees during the annual Shiva Chaturdashi festival in February, who gather to perform traditional religious ceremonies here. These gatherings show how this place remains an important meeting point for the community today.

The temple can be reached by road or rail. From Dhaka, take a bus directly to Sitakunda Bazar, or a train such as the Dhaka Mail to Sitakunda, Feni or Chittagong station and continue by road. From Chittagong city, local buses or CNG auto-rickshaws go to the site.

The temple marks the spot where, according to Hindu texts, the right arm of Goddess Sati fell, making it one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. This mythological connection draws pilgrims who want to pray at this special place of spiritual power.