Chittagong
Bangladesh
- Safety rating
- 5.8/10
- Best time to visit
- November to February brings pleasant, dry conditions, while the summer monsoon delivers heavy rain and humidity.
- Population
- 2.6M
Overview
Chittagong is Bangladesh's main seaport and second-largest city, set between forested hills and the Bay of Bengal. It blends maritime commerce with colonial relics, hilltop neighborhoods, and a gateway role to the Chittagong Hill Tracts. The bustling port and ship-breaking yards reflect its trading lifeblood.
Top attractions
Visit Foy's Lake, the Ethnological Museum, World War II Cemetery, and the nearby beaches and hills of Patenga.
Getting around
Auto-rickshaws, buses, and ride-hailing apps cover the city, with trains and flights linking it to Dhaka.