The golden sands of Cox’s Bazar stretch for an unimaginable 120 km, making it the largest unbroken beach in the world. Along with the serene sands, beautiful waters and forest covered hills, Cox’s Bazar offers the freshest, tastiest sea food in the land. While Cox’s Bazar is vibrant and full of life there are other beaches which offer a more laid back experience. 48 Km off the mainland lays Bangladesh’s most southern point, St. Martin’s Island. With unspoiled white sandy beaches and clear blue water, it remains a secluded paradise which also happens to be Bangladesh’s only coral island. Just as private but not so far away, is the beach at Kuakata. Located 70 Km from the district headquarters of Patuakhali, Kuakata is an underdeveloped tourist spot which breathes an earthy beauty. It promises an amazing beach where one can see both sunrise and sunset.
Aside from beaches Bangladesh is also home to the largest mangrove forest in the world, the Sunderbans. Spread over an area of 6000 sq Km, the Sunderbans offers an experience few places in the world can offer. Edged by human inhabitants, the Royal Bengal Tiger still reigns supreme there, as rivers and creeks drain themselves out into the Bay of Bengal. From crocodiles to spotted deer the Sunderbans is home to a diverse range of animals with an intricate ecosystem. Recently it was even declared a UNESCO world heritage site which puts it in great company with other famous sites from around the world. 
Bangladesh’s archeological sites are also worth more than a passing glance. Mainamati near Comilla and Mahastangarh just north of Bogra are spectacular reminders of Bangladesh’s ancient past. The slopes of the hills near Mainamati are full of archeological artifacts which date back to the 8th century, when the area was still entirely Buddhist. Mahastangarh is the oldest archeological site in Bangladesh dating back to the 3rd century and even to this day, draws thousands of Hindu devotees. Paharpur in Rajshahi is one of the largest Buddhist monasteries south of the Himalayas and its imposing presence captivates anyone who has been there. But Bangladeshi tourism encompasses more just places of beauty and interest, the people, culture, festivals and intangible atmosphere all make up the very fabric of a Bangladeshi experience. To taste a real South Asian experience, Bangladesh is a one stop destination.
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