Kuakata,
locally known as Sagar Kanna (Daughter of the Sea) is a rare scenic beauty spot
on the southernmost tip of Bangladesh. Kuakata in Latachapli union under
Kalapara Police Station of Patuakhali district is about 30 km in length and 6
km in breadth. It is 70 km from Patuakhali district headquarters and 320 km
from Dhaka.
ORIGIN : The name Kuakata originated from
the word kua, which means a well dug for drinking water. It is believed
that the early RAKHAIN settlers found it difficult to get fresh drinking water in
the place and they had to dig (kata) wells (kuas) to solve the
problem. The beach at Kuakata is 18km long and 3km wide.
PLACE OF ATTRACTION : The most important attraction of the beach is that one can
see both sunrise and sunset from some of its locations. Kuakata also include
blue sky, huge expanse of water, the evergreen forest in surrounding areas,
rows of COCONUT trees, BOATs of many different kinds and their colourful sails,
and surfing waves. Kuakata is also a sanctuary for migratory winter birds.
Many
people visiting Kuakata find interest in the Buddhist temples located at nearby
places such as Keranipara, Misripara, and Amkholapara, while many others find
the place interesting because of the unique customs and traditions of the
Rakhain community.
Means of Communication: A direct SAKURA bus service is available from Dhaka to
Kuakata.
Contact no: Head Office- 8021184,
01190658772, 01729556677. Kuakata Office- 01196157183, 01726528490. Where to stay: There are some hotel and motels in Kuakata where you can stay, but Holiday Homes is the best place to stay in Kuakata. It is a motel of Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation and its better if you confirm your booking from Dhaka in advance.
For more information- http://www.parjatan.gov.bd/kuakata_acco.php?category=109
