Polwel Park and Cottage

One of Rangamati's best recreational centers is Polwel Park and Cottage, was built under the supervision of Rangamati District Police on the edge of Kaptai Lake along DC Bungalow Road. It is a serene heaven surrounded by lush greenery and scenic beauty. The park features manicured gardens, tranquil lakes, and vibrant flowers, providing a picturesque setting for visitors. With its well-maintained pathways and peaceful ambiance, Polwel Park offers a perfect escape for those seeking natural tranquility in the heart of Rangamati.

To enter the park, you must purchase a ticket from the counter. The park has a lot of activities such as a kids zone, a hanging bridge, a swimming pool, kayaking, a small zoo, a cafeteria, skiing, a love lock point, a fishing point, and what not. These various rides and activities makes it an ideal location for a picnic. You can spend some quality time here. If you want to stay, you can reserve a cottage, which serves breathtaking view. However, you must book your reservation 2/3 days before the tour. Your cottage reservation includes breakfast, free swimming pool access, free entry, parking, WiFi, and 24-hour security.

Entrance:

The park's entrance is designed in the shape of a mask. Another mask-shaped ticket counter is located near the entrance. After entering Polwel Park, one will notice the Rangamati Hill District Police Women's Welfare Association (PUNAK) exhibition and sales center. Souvenirs, tribal handwoven cloths, and other items are available here. Along with entertainment, you can spend some time here if you want to bring back memories of the mountains for your loved ones.

Kids Zone:

To keep children entertained, the park offers a variety of rides. In comparison to the ticket price, children can ride the rides here for much longer. A Husking pedal-style structure has been built at the opposite end of the kids zone to highlight rural Bengali traditions mixed with Bengali life. This sculpture depicting village women pounding paddy evokes rural life. This sculpture's architectural style is so detailed that at first glance, you might think you're looking at a real scene.

Artificial Fountains:

If you keep going past the kids zone, there are some benches built on the side of the road for sitting. You can see the beautiful view of Kaptai Lake from here. The lake's clear waters blend into the distant sky as far as the eye can see. The mountains act as a border between the sky and the blue of the lake. A sculpture of a woman in a pitcher is just behind it. The flowing water of their pitchers creates fountains. When the sun goes down, the fountain becomes even more hypnotic with artificial light.

Chotpoti and Fuchka Corner:

You can enjoy Chotpoti and Fuchka (famous Bengali snack) here, sitting on bench under open sky and enjoying the view of the mighty Kaptai.

Cafeteria:

Polwel Cafeteria is located a little further down the stairs. Delicious food, as well as ice cream and coffee, are available here.

Fishing Pier:

Ahead of the cafeteria, there is a fishing pier. A fishing pier is a pier is a platform that extends from the shore to the deepest part of a lake, river, or ocean. Because of the shallow water, ships and large boats cannot reach the shore. Fishing piers are built so far from the coast that the water is always deep. So that ships and boats can easily dock there. Standing here, the view of Kaptai Lake is spectacular.

Hanging Bridge:

A bridge has been built next to the cafeteria in the style of Rangamati's famous hanging bridge.

Kayaking Spot:

Passing the hanging bridge there is a lake for kayaking. You can choose your boat according to the number of riders.

Love Point:

At the end of the park you’ll find the famous love lock point.

Beach chairs are placed across the lake. You can comfortably sit here in the late afternoon to enjoy the view of the lake and the sunset over the hills.

How to Go:

There are numerous Rangamati-bound bus counters at Fakirapool Mor and Syedabad in Dhaka. Apart from this, various transport buses are available from Oxygen intersection of Chittagong city to Rangamati.

Polwel Park on DC Bungalow Road, is just 1.5 km from Rangamati Reserve Bazaar and 3 km from Bonorupa.