Bandarban District, Administrative district in Chattogram Division, Bangladesh
Bandarban District lies in southeastern Bangladesh with rolling hills, rivers, and valleys that extend toward the Myanmar border. The territory divides into seven administrative subdivisions with Bandarban town serving as the main hub.
The region became formally organized as an administrative district in 1981, marking a shift from a remote hill area into a structured territory. This reorganization brought roads, services, and official governance to a previously isolated landscape.
Multiple ethnic groups including Marma, Mro, Tripuri, and Bawm communities call this region home, maintaining distinct traditions visible in their daily life and celebrations. You can experience this diversity directly through markets, villages, and the way people carry on their customary practices.
Travel to this region requires prior clearance from the Home Ministry, which you should arrange before starting your journey. Bus services connect from Dhaka, Chittagong, and Cox's Bazar to reach the area.
A colossal Buddha statue at Buddha Dhatu Jadi temple ranks as the second largest in Bangladesh and draws pilgrims to its mountain location. The structure commands views across the surrounding peaks and valleys.
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