Cox’s Bazar, home to the world’s longest natural sea beach, has taken on a fresh and vibrant appearance with the arrival of the monsoon.
Despite persistent rainfall and overcast skies, different stretches of the Marine Drive road are now enveloped in lush greenery, creating a picturesque landscape where hills, forests and the Bay of Bengal blend into a stunning natural panorama.
Since the onset of the rainy season, the hills and woodlands lining both sides of the scenic coastal highway have regained their vitality. Dense green vegetation now dominates much of the route, particularly around Himchari, Dariya Nagar, Kangra Beach, Inani and Reju Khal, where the monsoon has transformed the landscape into a major attraction for visitors.
The seasonal beauty has drawn a growing number of tourists, especially during weekends and holidays. Many visitors stop along the route to take photographs, spend time with family members or simply enjoy the striking contrast between the green hills and the vast sea.
Rakib Hasan, a tourist from Dhaka, said the beauty of Marine Drive during the monsoon was unlike any other time of the year.
“The green hills, drifting clouds and the sea together create the impression of a living work of art. The scenery is truly breathtaking,” he said.
Local residents and tourism stakeholders said the rainy season had significantly enhanced the area’s natural appeal. Floating clouds, rainwater cascading down hillsides and the flourishing greenery have made Marine Drive an even more attractive destination for nature lovers.
They also stressed the importance of responsible tourism, urging visitors to help maintain environmental cleanliness while enjoying the region’s natural attractions.
Bathed in the colours of the monsoon, Marine Drive now resembles a green paradise, drawing both local and foreign visitors eager to experience its seasonal splendour.
The combination of verdant hills, refreshing rain and the sound of waves has made the scenic route one of Cox’s Bazar’s most captivating attractions during the rainy season.
By Mohammad Morshed
Photo: Mohammad Morshed
