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Kutubdia is a small island in the Bay of Bengal located in the southern coast of Bangladesh and Cox’s Bazar. It is a peaceful island and home to a historic lighthouse, salt farms and beautiful beaches. It is a nice place to go because life moves at a slower pace with wonderful nature and stunning scenery and also a great place to escape from the city where you can avoid crowds and enjoy a simple lifestyle. The island is ideal for a visitor to explore a tranquil and less popular, coastal destination.
The island is home to the oldest lighthouse in Bangladesh built during British rule in 1846 which is still active and helps to guide sailors even today.
Kutubdia island is one of the country’s largest salt producing zones. In the dry season, salt beds cover large swathes of land, while farmers working in the sun extract salt through traditional methods. These salt farms not only support the local economy but also offer an opportunity for visitors to see a way of life that has not changed in centuries.
A modern touch to the island’s charm is Bangladesh’s largest wind power plant in Kutubdia and this combination of renewable energy and traditional salt farming illustrates the island’s ongoing balance of modernity while keeping preservation in mind.
Visitors to Kutubdia can enjoy the peaceful beach, visit the shrine to their holy saint Qutub Auliya or enjoy the view from the lighthouse. The peaceful waves, open air and warm welcoming locals feel light years away from the busy mainland.
The island is experiencing the risk of sea level rise and coastal erosion. The government and environmental organizations are working to enhance eco-tourism, hoping to protect the sensitive beauty of Kutubdia and create a sustainable living for future generations.
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