Away from the bustle of the tourist city of Cox’s Bazar, Pechar Dwip presents a quiet rural landscape where the timeless scenes of village Bengal still endure — lush greenery, stacks of harvested straw, bamboo fences, and a life lived close to nature.
A recently captured photograph shows a small village surrounded by dense green trees. Nearby, large stacks of paddy straw are collected by local farmers after harvest. Modest homes built with bamboo and tin sheets sit beside cattle sheds, reflecting the simple rhythm of rural life.
The calm surroundings, with distant hills casting green shadows over the landscape, create a uniquely serene natural setting.
Local youth Asad said that many families in the Pechar Dwip area still depend on farming and livestock rearing for their livelihood. “During the paddy harvesting season, farmers collect straw and stack it like this. Later, it is used as feed for cattle,” he explained.
Nature lovers say that beyond the famous sea beach, Cox’s Bazar is home to many such rural settlements where tourists can experience the quiet beauty of nature and the simplicity of village life.
The scenery of Pechar Dwip stands as a living reminder of a rural tradition that is gradually fading away, highlighting the importance of preserving such landscapes and lifestyles for future generations.
By Mohammad Morshed
Photo: Hussain Shetu
