Chattogram District
চট্টগ্রাম
Chattogram is one of the 64 districts of Bangladesh and sits in Chattogram division. It covers 5,282.9 km² and is home to roughly 9,169,618 people. It is best known for port city, Patenga beach, Foys Lake, mezban.
History of Chattogram
A seaport known to Arab, Chinese and European traders since antiquity, ruled successively by the Arakanese, the Mughals from 1666, and the British. It played a pivotal role in 1971, when the declaration of independence was first broadcast from a radio station here.
Sunrise and sunset in Chattogram today
Friday, 16 October 2026
About Chattogram
📋 District profile
⭐ Known for
Port city, Patenga beach, Foys Lake, mezban
Top attractions
Peaks in this district
- Chandranath Hill - 350 m
Economy & culture
💼 Economy
Bangladesh's principal seaport and second-largest city, a hub for shipbuilding, ship-breaking yards, and export-processing zones.
🎭 Culture & cuisine
Renowned for mezban communal beef feasts, a distinct Chittagonian dialect, and old-town architecture with Portuguese-era influences.
Places to visit in Chattogram
Other districts in Chattogram
Frequently asked questions about Chattogram
Which division is Chattogram in?
Chattogram district belongs to Chattogram division, one of the eight divisions of Bangladesh.
What is the population of Chattogram?
Chattogram has a population of roughly 9,169,618, across an area of 5,282.9 square kilometres.
What is Chattogram famous for?
Port city, Patenga beach, Foys Lake, mezban
What time is sunrise and sunset in Chattogram?
The sun rises at 05:49 and sets at 17:28 today in Chattogram, giving 11:38 of daylight.
What is the main industry in Chattogram?
Bangladesh's principal seaport and second-largest city, a hub for shipbuilding, ship-breaking yards, and export-processing zones.