Ramu Buddhist Temples
Centuries-old Buddhist monasteries, golden pagodas and a giant reclining Buddha in the quiet town of Ramu.
Ramu, a small town on the Bakkhali river about 15 km east of Cox's Bazar, has been a centre of Buddhist life for centuries. Its many kyangs and viharas include the Ramu Central Sima Vihara and the hilltop Ramkot forest monastery, and a huge reclining Buddha at Uttar Mithachhari draws visitors from across the country.
Several temples were rebuilt after an attack in 2012, blending traditional Burmese-style woodwork with new brick structures. The atmosphere is calm, especially in the early morning when monks go out on their alms rounds. On Probarona Purnima, colourful paper lanterns (fanush) are released into the night sky.
How to go
From Cox's Bazar take a bus or CNG to Ramu (≈30-40 min; 50-80 BDT shared or 400-600 BDT reserved), then tour the temples by auto-rickshaw (≈300-500 BDT for a circuit).
Where to stay
Most visitors stay in Cox's Bazar; Ramu has only a few basic hotels (800-1,500 BDT).
