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Destination guide
Karnaphuli (Bangabandhu) Tunnel
কর্ণফুলী টানেল
The country's first under-river road — about 3.3 km bored beneath the Karnaphuli, some 150 ft under the riverbed. Nearly everyone pairing it with Patenga; the Anwara-side views after the crossing are a bonus.
History & significance
Built by a Chinese contractor and opened to traffic in 2023.
How to get there
Enter from the Patenga side. Car toll ৳200 each way. CNGs are not allowed in — the cheap way is a local bus (৳50); some cite a tourist bus at ৳100 per person round trip.
Entry fee
৳50–200 · traveller-reported
Vehicle toll ৳200 one-way; ৳50-100 per person by bus.
Opening hours & best time
Open all day.
Best time
Fold it into a Patenga trip — cross back after sunset.
Traveller tips
If you came by CNG, switch to a bus before the tunnel.
You can exit on the Anwara side for Parki beach — but line up your return transport first.
Location
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