Kuakata Beach
A coastal beach known for sunrise and sunset views over the sea.
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PatuakhaliPatuakhali travel guide, Barishal Division
Patuakhali lies on the Bay of Bengal in the far south, crossed by the Laukathi, Lohalia and other tidal rivers. Its coast holds Kuakata, a beach where you can watch both sunrise and sunset over the sea, and the Sonarchar Wildlife Sanctuary. The Port of Payra, the country's third seaport after Chattogram and Mongla, is also in the district. Farming and fishing are the main livelihoods. About 1.73 million people live in roughly 3,221 km² (2022 census).
Sources: Wikipedia: Patuakhali District, Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026
At a glance
- Division
- Barishal Division
- Area
- 3,221 km²
- Population (2022 census)
- 1,727,254
- Density
- 536 people per km²
Sources: Wikipedia: List of districts of Bangladesh (area, 2022 census) · facts checked Oct 7, 2026
Places to see
Sonarchar Wildlife Sanctuary
A protected coastal island forest in Patuakhali.
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PatuakhaliTravel facts
- Best time to visit
- Kuakata Beach: Nov–Mar
- Estimated costs
- No verified information yet
FAQ
Where is Patuakhali?
Patuakhali is in Bangladesh's Barishal Division, one of the country's 64 districts.
What is there to see in Patuakhali?
Places added to this guide: Kuakata Beach, Sonarchar Wildlife Sanctuary.
When is the best time to visit Patuakhali?
We don't have verified information on this yet, so no months are given.
What is special about Kuakata beach?
It is one of the few beaches where both sunrise and sunset can be seen over the sea.
What is the Port of Payra?
The third seaport of Bangladesh, located in Patuakhali district.