Cox’s Bazar beach has taken on a different charm with the arrival of the monsoon, drawing tourists eager to experience the coastline amid intermittent rain, cool weather and rolling waves.
From morning until evening on Monday, tourists crowded the Kolatoli, Sugandha and Laboni points, enjoying the beach despite periods of heavy and light rainfall.
Many visitors ventured into the sea for a swim, while others rode horses, beach bikes and jet skis or relaxed under colourful beach umbrellas, taking in the dramatic monsoon scenery.
Rainfall throughout the day brought cooler temperatures, creating a pleasant atmosphere that attracted tourists from across the country.
To ensure visitors’ safety, Sea Safe Lifeguards designated bathing zones at the Kalatali, Sugandha and Laboni points using red-and-yellow flags. Lifeguards remained on duty throughout the day, monitoring the beach from watchtowers and conducting regular patrols along the shoreline.
Mohammad Osman, senior lifeguard supervisor of Sea Safe Lifeguards, said that bathing was currently safe within the designated zones despite the monsoon season.
“Some rip currents have formed in parts of the beach, so we are maintaining constant vigilance. Tourists should swim only within the red-and-yellow flagged areas, where lifeguards are on duty. Entering the water outside these zones can be dangerous,” he said.
Tourist Police officers and beach management personnel also remained deployed to help ensure visitors’ safety.
Mohammad Sahed, a tourist from Dhaka, said the beach looked even more spectacular during the rainy season.
“We were initially worried about the weather, but after arriving we realised the monsoon offers a completely different experience. Watching the rough sea in the rain is truly remarkable,” he said.
Rahul Sharma, who travelled from Rajshahi with his family, said they followed the lifeguards’ instructions and swam only in the designated area.
“The safety arrangements gave us confidence to enjoy the sea without worry,” he said.
Samia Sultana from Chattogram said that walking along the beach with an umbrella, watching the waves in the cool, rainy weather, had been an unforgettable experience.
With monsoon showers, powerful waves and refreshing sea breezes, Cox’s Bazar beach is presenting a distinctive seasonal appeal, attracting large numbers of visitors seeking to experience its unique natural beauty.
By Abdu Rashid Manik
Photo: Abdu Rashid Manik
