History and Heritage
A port city shaped by river and sea
For centuries the mouth of the Karnaphuli has drawn ships, traders and travellers to Chattogram.
Stories and culture
Stories
Writing about Chattogram’s history, food, language, heritage and environment.
Photo: Ashfaque Faruquee · CC BY-SA 4.0
Food
Mezban: the feast that welcomes everyone
In Chattogram a mezban is more than a meal. It is an open invitation.
Language
Chatgaiya: the language of home
The speech of Chattogram is distinct enough that visitors from elsewhere in Bangladesh often need a moment to tune in.