Things to do in Cox’S Bazar
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Mermaid Café
This Goa-style beach shack serves what is quite possibly the best food in all of Bangladesh. In fact both the food, the setting and the vibe are so good that we have received more positive reports from travellers on this one restaurant than everything else in Bangladesh put together! The gorgeous owners have gone out of their way to ensure that as many of the ingredients as possible are organically produced (a harder task than you might imagine as most farmers are hooked on the delights of pesticides and chemical fertilisers) in the local area. The effort has really paid off – even the rice is of a quality you will rarely have tasted before. In addition to the excellent f…
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Beach
The main reason to come to Cox's Bazar is for the beach. The route to the beach, along Sea Beach Rd, can be crowded and dirty, but once on the beach you will find the sand surprisingly clean. There are plenty of places from where you can rent a sun lounge and umbrella, and staff will offer security so you can leave your belongings unattended while you go for a dip.
You could also plant yourself in front of a big hotel, where guards will watch over your gear if you go swimming, and shoo away kids selling shell necklaces. They will also deal with the crowds of gawkers, if they get too intrusive (which they will).
If you're intrigued by the wooden fishing boats chugging alon…
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Aggameda Khyang
Aggameda Khyang, a Buddhist monastery at the eastern end of town, is representative of Burmese-style architecture. Its distinctive appearance would stand out anywhere, but nestled among trees in the middle of Cox's Bazar it's all the more fascinating. The main sanctuary is built around massive timber columns. The teak flooring adds an air of timelessness to the place. You may be asked for a donation - Tk 10 is reasonable.
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Maha Thin Daw Gree
Behind Aggameda Khyang is Maha Thin Daw Gree, a vast spread of Buddhist buildings amid the trees. Almost invisible from the road, this interesting display of Buddhas was built in 1790.
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Sea Stone Café
Very similar to the next-door Mermaid in style and feel, this chilled-out beachside café knows exactly what Western tourists want from a beach café, and the fish dishes are sensational. Equally sensational are the ocean views and the warm owners.
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