Patenga Beach

Despite its name, Patenga Beach is no place for swimming. Concrete walls and giant cement blocks laid along the shoreline to prevent erosion make sandy beaches mostly obsolete. Still, travelers will find stunning views, tasty restaurants and plenty of merchants selling local wares (including alcohol). And residents say there’s no better place to find cheap and delicious street food.
Since Patenga Beach isn’t ideal for swimming, travelers tends to find their way to the shore in early morning and early evening, when incredible views of sunrise and sunset draw everyone to the water. A laid-back vibe with plenty of palm trees and fishing boats makes this the ideal spot to catch mother nature’s beauty at its best. 

Practical Info

The beach is located 14 km south of Chittagong near the mouth of the Karnaphuli River, the Naval Academy and the Shah Amanat International Airport.  Despite easy access to clear waters swimming here is not recommended.