Kuakata, locally known as sagar kannya (Daughter of the sea) is a rare scenic spot located 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.
Natural Beauty: An excellent combination of the picturesque natural beauty, sandy beaches, blue sky and the shimmering expanse of water of the Bay of Bengal and the evergreen forest makes Kuakata a much sought after tourist destination.
How was Kuakata named: The name Kuakata takes its right origin from the story of a ' Kua' - or well-dug on the sea shore by the early Rakhaine settlers for collecting drinking water. The Rakhaines had landed on Kuakata coast after being expelled from Arakan by the Mugals. Following the first well, it became a tradition to dig wells in the neighborhood of Rakhaine homesteads for fresh water supply.
Why attract people to Kuakata: Kuakata is one of the unique spots which allow a visitor to watch both the sunrise and the sunset from the beach. That perhaps makes Kuakata one of the world's most attractive beaches. The long and wide beach at Kuakata has a typical natural setting. This sandy beach slopes gently into the Bay and bathing there is as pleasant as is swimming or diving.
How to go Kuakata: Now we can easily go Kuakata from anywhere in Bangladesh. But you can go from Gabtali Bus Terminal. Kuakata is about 336 km far from Gabtali Bus Terminal
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