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'''Cox's Bazar is a city, fishing port, and tourism center in southeastern Bangladesh, known for having the longest uninterrupted natural sea beach in the world. The city is the headquarters of the Cox's Bazar District and has a population of about 196,000 people. It is situated about 100 kilometers south of Chittagong along the Bay of Bengal, making it a popular tourist destination.Cox’s Bazar is a city, fishing port, and tourist destination located in the southeastern part of Bangladesh, within the Chattogram Division. It is best known for having the longest natural sea beach in the world, stretching about 120 kilometers (75 miles) along the Bay of Bengal.''' | '''Cox's Bazar is a city, fishing port, and tourism center in southeastern Bangladesh, known for having the longest uninterrupted natural sea beach in the world. The city is the headquarters of the Cox's Bazar District and has a population of about 196,000 people. It is situated about 100 kilometers south of Chittagong along the Bay of Bengal, making it a popular tourist destination.Cox’s Bazar is a city, fishing port, and tourist destination located in the southeastern part of Bangladesh, within the Chattogram Division. It is best known for having the longest natural sea beach in the world, stretching about 120 kilometers (75 miles) along the Bay of Bengal.''' | ||
'''The city is named after Captain Hiram Cox, an officer of the British East India Company who worked to rehabilitate refugees in the area during the late 18th century. The place was later named Cox's Bazar in his honor. The name Cox's Bazar honors Captain Hiram Cox of the British East India Company, who supervised refugee settlement in the area in the late 18th century. | '''The city is named after Captain Hiram Cox, an officer of the British East India Company who worked to rehabilitate refugees in the area during the late 18th century. The place was later named Cox's Bazar in his honor. The name Cox's Bazar honors Captain Hiram Cox of the British East India Company, who supervised refugee settlement in the area in the late 18th century. attractions such as surfing, colorful pagodas, Buddhist temples, and seafood. The city is connected by road and air to Chittagong. It also hosts the world's largest refugee camp due to the influx of Rohingya refugees since 2017. Major industries in Cox's Bazar besides tourism include fish processing, salt production, and rice milling, along with cottage industries like garment production and woodworking. The area has a rich history influenced by various rulers, including the Mughals, Arakanese, Portuguese, and British. Overall, Cox's Bazar is a vibrant and scenic coastal city combining natural beauty, cultural heritage, and economic activities.''' | ||
=== Economy === | === Economy === | ||
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'''A combination of train and bus via Chittagong is also possible but less common. Overall, flying is the quickest, while train and bus are budget-friendly options for traveling from Dhaka to Cox's Bazar''' | '''A combination of train and bus via Chittagong is also possible but less common. Overall, flying is the quickest, while train and bus are budget-friendly options for traveling from Dhaka to Cox's Bazar''' | ||
'''Etymology | '''Etymology''' | ||
'''The name ''Cox’s Bazar'' comes from Captain Hiram Cox, a British officer of the East India Company who helped rehabilitate local refugees in the 18th century. | '''The name ''Cox’s Bazar'' comes from Captain Hiram Cox, a British officer of the East India Company who helped rehabilitate local refugees in the 18th century. ''Cox’s Bazar''।''' | ||
=== Economy | === Economy === | ||
'''The main sources of income in Cox’s Bazar are tourism | '''The main sources of income in Cox’s Bazar are tourism , fishing , and salt production . Recently, the area has developed rapidly with new hotels, resorts, and businesses related to tourism.''' | ||
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=== Social Importance | === Social Importance === | ||
'''Cox’s Bazar also houses the Rohingya refugee camps | '''Cox’s Bazar also houses the Rohingya refugee camps in Ukhiya and Teknaf. These are the largest refugee camps in the world.''' | ||
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=== Climate and Transport | === Climate and Transport === | ||
'''The city has a tropical monsoon climate | '''The city has a tropical monsoon climate it’s warm most of the year, and the rainy season lasts from June to October.''' | ||
'''Cox’s Bazar is well connected by road, train, and air | '''Cox’s Bazar is well connected by road, train, and air. The Cox’s Bazar International Airport is being upgraded to handle international flights.''' | ||
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=== Conclusion | === Conclusion === | ||
'''Cox’s Bazar is called the “Tourism Capital of Bangladesh | '''Cox’s Bazar is called the “Tourism Capital of Bangladesh . Its natural beauty, long sandy beach, and warm hospitality make it one of the most beautiful places in the world.''' | ||