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History Of Bandarban.

The area of Bandarban is about 4479.04 sq km and total population of this district is 300740. There was a conflict between the The Tripura and Arakan Empire regarding Chittagong hill tracts and it was handed over many times between them. In 590 A.D Tripura king Juja Rupa defeated the Arakan king and sennt his two brothers who started to living on the south hills of Matamuhuri river. In 953 A.D Arakan king Sula Sundra invaded the region and owned it again. In 1240 A.D itwas again taken over by Tripura king. Later it was ruled by many Sultans in the Sultani period;Sultan Fakhruddin Mubarak Shah, Sultan Jalaluddin Muhammad Shah and more. In 1571 A.D it ws under the reign of Arakan King Mong Falaun. In 1666 Mughal Emperor Aourongojeb took the control of this region. In 1760 A.D Nawab Mir Kashim transferred the responsibility of Chittagong hill tracts to the Brittish East  India company and  in 1785 A.D they assumed the full authority of this region. Brittish ruler excluded Chittagong hill tracts from the Chittagong district in 1860 A.D by the Rein of Frontiers Act and formed a new district named so. In 1891 A.D Chittagong hill tracts was divided into three circles and Bandarban fell under the Bomang Circle. The head of the circle is called Circle Chief and locally they are known as Raja. Since 1804 Bomang dynasty has been in the political scenery of Bandarban. In 1900 A.D legislating the Chittagong Hill Tracts Regulation, deputy commissioner as appointed as the administrative chief of the district and Circle Chief, Mouja Headman, Karbari, Roaza werw enyrusted with duty to levy taxes. In the constitution of Pakistan of 1956 this region was designated as Exclusive area  and  in  the 1962 constitution  of Pakistan it was amended Tribal area. Bndarban, Nikhhongchori, Ruma and Lama thanas were included in the present Bandarban district during the Brittish period. Circle officers were the administrative chief of the thanas. In 1948 Bandarban was upgraded to Mohokuma and Lama was so in 1971. In 18th April 1981 Bandarban and Lama Mohokuma has been taken together as a new district named Bandarban. There are 11 ethnic diversities in Bandarban; Marma, Chakma, Murong, Tripura, Lushai, Khumi, Bawm, Kheyang, Chak, Pangkho, Tongcha gya. Marma is the largest ethnic community of Bandarban.

Meghla

Meghla stands on the gateway of Bandarban.It are just 4 km away from Bandarban town in front of the Bandarban Hill District Council. This tourist complex is very rich in many aspects. You can see a little arrangement of ecotourism in Meghla. The authority has recently freed many deer in a defined territory close to the lake. ...........................

Rizuk

There are various unnamed natural falls scattered in the riverside and deep forests of Bandarban. Among them Rizuk fall is mention worthy. During the rainy season the water flowing increase in many folds with unprecedented rapidity and this huge amount of water is carried through these falls into the Sangu river. That’s why in this particular...........................

Thazingdong

Bandarban is a mountainous region of Bangladesh. It is the home of numerous hills and mountains. Hills and mountains are the special features of Bandarban. The landscape of Bandarban is totally different from the mainland districts of Bangladesh. This special feature along with the traditional aboriginal life styles of tribal people attracts thousands of tourists from many parts of the home and abroad...........................

keokaradong

Once keokaradong was the highest mountain of Bangladesh but after discoveriong Thazingdong, it has been relegated to the 2nd highest mountain of Bangladesh. This 2nd highest mountain is situated at 30 km distance from Ruma Upazilla sadar. Keokaradong is 4000ft high from sea level and Winter is the favorable season to climb up this mountain. There is no direct communication system up to this mountain. One can avail a pickup or jeep from Bandarban to Ruma at first and from Ruma transportation facility is not .............................

Boga Lake

Bogalake is the highest lake of Bangladesh situating 3000 ft high from the sea level. This is 15 km away from Ruma Upazilla. This lake is covering an area of 15 acre of land. So one can easily imagine that’s a big lake over the top of a hill. It’s being a mystery and miracle for the local people for many decades. Visitors feel thrilling seeing this huge lake. There is prevailed fantastic myth regarding this lake. This lake .............................

Nilgiri

Nilgiri is the highest tourist spot of Bangladesh. On the way to Nilgiri you can have the unusual experience of moving through the highest road of Bangladesh; Peak 69. Ultimate solitudeness here intermingles with the beautified nature and the dangling conversations with yourself. Here nature is full of love that can teach you to love and to be loved. It is situated on the height of 3800 ft rising from the sea level. When you are exhausted in the clamorous city .......................

Nilachal and Shuvronila

Nilachal and Shuvronila is the highest tourist spot close to the Bandarban city in tiger para. This spot is jointly managed by the Bandarban hill District council and the office of District commissioner. One can have a full glimpse of entire Bandarban city form this beautiful spot. There is yet no facility to stay and no restaurant here but a resort is under construction. You can experience cloudy nilachal in the Rainy season and....................

Shoila Propat

Shoila propat is just 8 km away from Bandarban city. This fall remains active round the year. Water is so transparent and cool there. Tourists can easily get there. It assumes its full current in the rainy season. There are some tribal villages near this fall and this is the only source of water for their livelihood use. In front of the entrance of the Shoila propat local Bawm community sell their handicrafts, handmade products and fruits. This is the main centre..............................

Chimbuk

Chimbuk is the most popular spot for the tourists. Among all the remote and laborious tourist destinations Chimbuk has the easiest access. That’s why tourists at least try to visit Chimbuk. Now there is available transports bonding for Chimbuk everyday on reasonable charge. It is the 3rd highest mountain of Bangladesh. It is 26 km away from Bandarban. A journey to chimbuk gives you the feeling to ascend on the .................

Golden Temple

This particular part of Bangladesh is predominantly influenced by Buddhism. All most of the ethnic diversities are the followers of Buddhism. There are many splendid pagodas and monasteries spreading all over the Bandarban. Among them the Golden temple deserves mention here. It is situated in Balaghata just 4 km away from Bandarban town. This beautiful temple is regarded as a holy place for Buddhists. Many Buddhist pilgrims gather every year to pray and visit. It has various Buddha.............................

Prantik Lake

Prantik lake is the biggest lake in Bandarban. It lies on the Bordering area of chittagong- Bandarban in .Holudia near Bandarban-keranihat connecting road. It’s a 30 minutes drive from Bandarban town and just 14 km away from Bandarban. Sunshine on the serene and pacified transparent water of Prantik Lake looks so lovely. It is very famous for its peaceful environment. This lake is huge in its size, covering.................................