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  Chittagong - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The conquest of Bengal by Bakhtiyar Khalji in 1204 led to a large-scale Muslim settlement in Chittagong.
Chittagong is very different in terms of topography from the rest of Bangladesh, as the city is part of the hilly regions that branch off from the Himalayas.
Chittagong is known as the land of saints, darwishes and fakirs.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chittagong   (5957 words)

  
 Virtual Bangladesh : Chittagong
Chittagong is the chief port of Bangladesh and has extensively developed port facilities for ocean steamers.
The bamboo is harvested chiefly from the Chittagong Hill tracts, 13,191 sq.
Chittagong's setting is picturesque: it is surrounded by the bay, the river, and hills that culminate in mountains up to 1,200 m (4,000 ft) high.
www.virtualbangladesh.com /bd_cities_chittagong.html   (523 words)

  
 Chittagong Division - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Chittagong Division is one of the six administrative divisions of Bangladesh.
The chief agricultural products of the Chittagong region are paddy, betel leaf, potato, cotton, tea, peanut, mustard, patol (heap), brinjal, ginger, bean and other vegetables.
The city of Chittagong is a very prominent port and is also Bangladesh's largest one.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chittagong_Division   (260 words)

  
 Chittagong - HighBeam Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
2,348,428), capital of Chittagong division, SE Bangladesh, on the Karnafuli River near the Bay of Bengal.
Originally part of an ancient Hindu kingdom, Chittagong was conquered (9th cent.) by a Buddhist king of Arakan.
It passed (13th cent.) to the Mughal empire, was retaken (16th cent.) by the Arakanese, and again became part of the Mughal empire in the 17th cent.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/c/chittago.asp   (459 words)

  
 Meet Bangladesh :: Travel Chittagong
Chittagong, the second largest city of Bangladesh and a busy international seaport, is an ideal vacation spot.
Chittagong is connected by road and rail with rest of the country.
Forty-eight kilometer from Chittagong, on the Kaptai Road is Chandraghona where one of the biggest paper mills in Asia is located.
www.discoverybangladesh.com /meetbangladesh/chittagong.html   (1145 words)

  
 Chittagong Website
Chittagong is the second largest city in Bangladesh.
That's why Chittagong is the city for export and import.
Chittagong is the country's chief port and is the main site for the establishment of heavy, medium and light industries.
www.chittagong-website.com   (162 words)

  
 BANGLAPEDIA: Chittagong Region River System   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Chittagong Region River System the Chittagong region consists of the 5 hilly districts of chittagong division - Chittagong, Cox's Bazar, Bandarban, Rangamati and Khagrachhari.
The northern and eastern parts of the region constitute the hilly areas and are commonly known as the chittagong hill tracts (CHT).
The port city of Chittagong is situated at the mouth of the river.
www.banglapedia.org /HT/C_0220.HTM   (1380 words)

  
 ilwu.org : Chittagong dockers gather global backing
Chittagong Mayor ABM Mohiud-din Chowdhury highlighted the opening session with his review and denunciation of SSA, its many maneuvers to try to take over the port of Chittagong, and the system it represents.
Chittagong is the center of all economic activities of the country; if it goes at the foreign hand, the whole country will be subjugated.
In the aftermath of the U.S. invasion of Iraq, Mayor Chowdhury is particularly concerned that an SSA terminal alongside the port of Chittagong could be used as a military facility by the U.S. to control the entire region.
www.ilwu.org /dispatcher/2004/04/chittagong-dockers.cfm   (645 words)

  
 Dioceses of Chittagong   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Diocese of Chittagong comprises of The Civil Distrcts of Chittagong, Cox's Bazar, Bandarban, Rangamati, Khagrachori, Noakhali, Feni, Lakhipur, Bhola, Patuakhali, Pirojpur, Barisal, Jhalakathi, Borguna, Gpalganj and Madaripur.
The Diocese of Chittagong was canonically erected on May 25, 1927, taking away a good half of the territory that comprised the then Diocese of Dhaka.
When the new ecclesiastical province of Dhaka was created in July, 1950, Chittagong became asufragan of that were situated in Assam (India) were detached to form a separate ecclesiastical unit, Called the prefecture of Haflong, and later the Diocese of Silchar, India.
bangladesh-christian.com /catholic/chittagong/diocese_chittagong.htm   (269 words)

  
 Chittagong, Bangladesh  -  Travel Photos by Galen R Frysinger, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
The city is the commercial center for the surrounding agricultural region, which produces rice, jute, gunny (a coarse fabric), tea, and hides.
Chittagong became an important commercial center under the Portuguese in the 16th century.
Chittagong was part of Pakistan from 1947 until 1971, when it became part of the new nation of Bangladesh.
www.galenfrysinger.com /chittagong.htm   (168 words)

  
 Portuguese Bengal. History of Ugolim (Hoogli),Meliapore (Sao Tome),Chittagong...
In 1536-37 the King of Bengal gave the custom house of Chittagong (Porto Grande) and Satgaon (Porto Pequeno) to the Portuguese and also permitted to build "feitorias" (trading post) in both towns.
Towards the end of XVI century, the Portuguese also settled in Dianga (today's Bunder or Feringhi Bunder), opposite to Chittagong across the southern bank of the Karnaphuli River.
From there, in 1665, when the Mughals took Chittagong, they moved to Ferenghi Bazar (South of today's Dacca), where Portuguese descendents still reside to the present day.
www.visitcoxsbazar.com /Portug~1.htm   (729 words)

  
 Virtual Consulate Chittagong
Chittagong, Bangladesh’s second city, is not only the chief port of Bangladesh, it is a city with its own distinct and vibrant culture.
Local NGOs and USAID were strong partners in the America Week outreach and on the strength of the success of the Chittagong America Week, subsequent events in Syhlet and Rajshahi occurred.
Not only was Chittagong the site of the first America Week, but it was also the focal point of one of the first American Corners.
dhaka.usembassy.gov /virtual_consulate_chittagong3.html   (612 words)

  
 Chittagong Ship-Breaking Yards
One of the main reasons that the yards at Chittagong have been the center of this activity is that in Bangladesh labour is very cheap (the work of dismantling the ships is all done by hand) and there are few if any environmental or worker's protection laws.
But, I was deeply affected by the working conditions at Chittagong, as I was with the fact that this incredibly poor country still has child labour, and numerous other social ills, at least by the standards of advanced western countries.
There are organizations that are working with the people and government of Bangladesh to address these ills, and though it isn't the intent of this photo essay to grind any axes, maybe in its own small way it will draw the world's attention to this distressing situation.
www.luminous-landscape.com /locations/ship-breaking.shtml   (1472 words)

  
 Review On Chittagong by anirbanc - MouthShut.com
Chittagong, described by Huen Tsang as ’’a sleeping beauty emerging from mists and water’’ is a place worth visiting.
Chittagong is Bangladesh’s industrial capital but the charming city offers some fantastic day trips.
Whenever you are lost and feel that you need help ask the person walking next to you and he will be more than happy to help you out.
www.mouthshut.com /review/Chittagong-28748-1.html   (757 words)

  
 ADB to Boost Efficiency and Security at Bangladesh's Chittagong Port - ADB.org
The Chittagong Port Trade Facilitation Project, the first external assistance to the country's port sector in more than two decades, will install modern computer systems to expedite cargo processing, which will lead to lower shipping and port-handling charges and foster greater international trade.
A major cause of the high charges is congestion in the container yard, due partly to the archaic, paper-based terminal management and document processing, and limited road access from the port to the container terminals.
The RHD component is the construction of an access-controlled link from Chittagong port access road to the two container terminals inside the port.
www.adb.org /Documents/News/2004/nr2004187.asp   (735 words)

  
 Virtual Bangladesh : Chittagong Division
Sylhet is in the northern part of Chittagong Division, located in a gentle sloping upland valley between the Khasia, Jaintia and Tripura hills, bordering on Assam.
The busy port of Chittagong has long associations with seafaring traders and is strongly linked with the colorful spice trade between Europe and the East.
Rangamati, the headquarters of the Chittagong Hill Tracts, is a favorite holiday resort because of its location on an isthmus projecting into Kaptai Lake.
www.virtualbangladesh.com /bd_tour_chittagong.html   (1458 words)

  
 Prantor Bangladesh: Chittagong Website about Chittagong city   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The University of Chittagong started operations in the industrial and commercial city of Chittagong as the third oldest public university on 18 November, 1966 through formal inauguration of academic activities.
The Chittagong University Ordinance was promulgated on 25 September 1966.
Former Bangladesh Institute of Technology, Chittagong, abbreviated as BIT Chittagong is presently Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET).
www.prantor.com /chittagong_01.htm   (282 words)

  
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The Port of Chittagong is the principal Port of the People's Republic of Bangladesh.
The seaward approach to the Port of Chittagong may be considered to be northwards of the 10 fathom contour in latitude 22
The cargo from such lighters intended to be discharged at the Chittagong port is handled at a vacant jetty or in between the two vessels alongside the jetties.
www.citechco.net /starpath/chitt.html   (1820 words)

  
 Highbeam Encyclopedia - Search Results for Chittagong   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Chittagong Whatever you're looking for you can get it on eBay.
An administrative center on the main railroad and highway linking Chittagong with Dhaka, it is a collection point for hides and skins.
It has a cottage industry in cane and bamboo basketry.
www.encyclopedia.com /articles/02692.html   (325 words)

  
 Govt clears Chittagong as venue for matches : Cricket News : IndiaExpress.Com
"On the basis of security team's report the Government is advising the BCCI to go-ahead with the matches in Chittagong," a spokesman of the Ministry of External Affairs told a news agency.
The Government's decision to clear Chittagong has paved the way for the full tour to proceed without any disruptions.
The first of the three one-day matches is slated in Chittagong and the remaining in Dhaka.
www.indiaexpress.com /news/sports/cricket/20041209-0.html   (264 words)

  
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www.saveflights.com /country/bangladesh_airfares/chittagong.html   (525 words)

  
 University of Chittagong   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Imparting education to the teeming millions of youth at the graduation as well as the post graduation level was left uncared and unattended.
However, with untiring efforts of some venerable patriotic personalities in the state-craft of the them Pakistan the ruling Clique gave vent in the institution of this University of Chittagong in 1996 in the acenic hilly cegions of Chittagong endeared with the natural flora and fauna.
It had its functional start with only 4 departments, the composite segments of some two faculties.
www.ugc.org /chittagong_uni.htm   (498 words)

  
 Chittagong Photos at PBase.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
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search.pbase.com /search?q=Chittagong   (58 words)

  
 Chittagong, BGD Weather - Forecasts, Radar Maps, Video, and News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Chittagong, BGD Weather - Forecasts, Radar Maps, Video, and News
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weather.msn.com /local.aspx?wealocations=wc:BGXX0002   (60 words)

  
 BBC - Weather Centre - 5 Day Forecast in Celsius for Chittagong, Bangladesh
BBC - Weather Centre - 5 Day Forecast in Celsius for Chittagong, Bangladesh
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BBC Weather Centre in association with the Met Office
www.bbc.co.uk /weather/5day.shtml?world=2122&links   (170 words)

  
 Current local time in Chittagong - Bangladesh
When can I call/have a meeting with someone in Chittagong?
Show time difference between Chittagong time and other time zones
Display a free clock for Chittagong on your web site or blog
www.timeanddate.com /worldclock/city.html?n=469   (176 words)

  
 Chittagong Fashion Group - Garment Factory
Welcome to Chittagong Fashion Group, one of the renowned
Thank you for your interest in Chittagong Fashion Group.
Please use navigation menus on the left to explore more
www.ctgfashion.com   (28 words)

  
 Chittagong Lawyer Attorneys Law Firms Bangladesh
Chittagong Law firms / Lawyers list yourself on this page:
Find a Lawyer/ Law Firm/ Advocate/ Attorney/ Solicitor in Chittagong (Bangladesh)
Please select a Lawyer/ Law firm from the left column.
www.helplinelaw.com /lawyers/bangladesh/chittagong   (178 words)

  
 Chittagong Package Tour
Area Covered: Foy's Lake, Chittagong Zoo, Shisu Park, Sea Beach, Zia Museum
Starting Point: Asian SR Hotel, 291 Station Road, Chittagong
Package Rate Per Person: Taka 1800 (US$ 40)
www.chittagong-website.com /tour.htm   (80 words)

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