The main attraction in Kuakata : Part 2

Even visitors could have a very close look at the simple and quite laborious life of Rakhaine tribes at their village and also see the lifestyle and livelihood of fishermen’s colony at Jelepara (fishermen's village) and feel the beauty of their simple lifestyle.

If the tourists are adventurous enough, then they might try for going fishing on the fishing boats of the fishermen by convincing them. Such a fishing trip could be a lifetime experience too.

In the fishing village, tourists could by fresh Hilsha fish from the fishermen who had just returned from the sea for selling those to their arot (fish selling centres). There are also some local restaurants where fresh cooked Hilshas are served for having a delicious and unforgettable taste of the golden fish.

The tourists can also visit the huge Buddhist statue at the Buddhist Temple at Misry Para in Kuakata. There are two wells there which were dug around 200 years ago and locals believe in the healing power of the wells’ water. Local name of the well is Kua and Kata and a combination of which finally made the place’s name as Kuakata.

Tourists can also collect souvenirs and memorabilia from Rakhaine market to keep the memory of the great Kuakata trip afreh in mind. Various handicrafts and other products made of bamboos, wood, brass metals and corals could be bought from that market along with fabric and colorful dresses.