Just a short distance from Cox’s Bazar town lies Banglabazar, a picturesque area in Jhilongjha Union under Cox’s Bazar Sadar Upazila.
Blessed with natural beauty and rural tranquility, the place looks like a living painting—where every corner reflects the serenity of village life.
Verdant fields, golden haystacks, and tidy courtyards together create an idyllic countryside charm.
Agriculture is the lifeblood of the people of Banglabazar. As dawn breaks, local farmers head to the fields—some harvesting paddy, others picking fresh vegetables.
Though their lifestyle is simple, their contentment with village life is profound.
Almost every household here raises cattle. Haystacks, locally known as ‘Kuijja’, are neatly piled in courtyards or along the roadsides.
These stacks are not just fodder stores but an inseparable part of rural life. When the sun’s rays glint off the golden straw, the entire village glows with dreamlike warmth.
Elderly residents say that for generations, their families have depended on farming and cattle rearing as their primary sources of livelihood.
Even as touches of modernity have reached the area, the timeless rhythm of rural Bengal still defines their lives.
In essence, Banglabazar in Jhilongjha remains a living portrait of Bengal’s countryside—rich in tradition, simplicity, and beauty.
For those weary of urban noise and seeking the peace of nature, this serene village could be a perfect escape.
By Abdu Rashid Manik
Photo: Abdu Rashid Manik
