After three days of relentless rainfall, the long-awaited sun finally broke through the clouds over Cox’s Bazar on Saturday evening (July 26), bringing joy and relief to thousands of tourists stranded in their hotel rooms.
Intermittent downpours battered Bangladesh’s most popular beach destination for days, starting from Thursday. Despite hotels, motels, and resorts being packed with visitors over the weekend, many were confined indoors, unable to explore the beaches due to the unfavorable weather.
That changed on Saturday evening when, just before sunset, the clouds parted and the sky lit up with the golden hues of the setting sun. The sudden change sparked elation among tourists, who quickly made their way to the beach to soak in the beauty.
Shamim Ahmed, a visitor from Dhaka, shared his delight: “For two days, all I could do was watch the rain from my hotel window. I thought I’d have to leave without seeing the beach at all. But when the sun finally appeared this evening, it felt like all the waiting was worth it.”
From Laboni Point and Sugandha to Kolatoli, Inani, and along the Marine Drive, crowds gathered to witness the spectacular sunset. Tourists braved the wet sand and puddles to take photos, spend time with family, or simply stand in awe of the world’s longest unbroken sea beach basking in the soft glow of dusk.
After three rain-drenched days, the appearance of the sun felt like a gift from nature. Many visitors expressed their gratitude and hope to return soon — preferably under sunnier skies. As one tourist quipped, “Next time I come back, I hope the sun decides to stay with me the whole trip.”
By Abdu Rashid Manik
Photo: Abdu Rashid Manik
