Sitakunda Botanical Garden and Eco Park, Botanical garden at Chandranath Hills, Bangladesh.
Sitakunda Botanical Garden and Eco Park is a large conservation area spanning the Chandranath Hills with an extensive collection of tropical plants and protected vegetation zones. The site features walking trails through different sections where rare native species are grown and maintained.
The park was established in the early 2000s as Bangladesh's first dedicated eco-park and conservation space. The project emerged from efforts to protect the region's native plant species and make them available for public education and research.
The garden draws students and researchers who come to study Bangladesh's native plants and engage in hands-on conservation work. Visitors can observe how the space functions as a living classroom for understanding local ecosystems.
The garden is situated in the Chandranath Hills and accessible by marked walking trails suited to different ability levels. It is helpful to bring comfortable footwear and water, particularly if you plan to spend extended time exploring the different sections.
The park holds a rare collection of gymnosperm plants, including Podocarpus and various Gnetum species that are native to this region. These ancient plant groups are seldom seen elsewhere and offer insight into Bangladesh's botanical heritage.
GPS coordinates: 22.60310,91.67740
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42
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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