Chittagong District (Bengali: চট্টগ্রাম জেলা), (Chittagonian: Sitang/Chatga), officially Chattogram District, is a district located in south-eastern Bangladesh. It is a part of the Chittagong Division. Due to its geographical location, Chittagong is classified as a special district in Bangladesh. With its hills, sea, valleys, and forests, Chittagong is one of the most naturally beautiful regions in the country. Because of its natural beauty and diversity, it is often referred to as the "Queen of the East". The commercial capital of Bangladesh and the country's only two-dimensional city are both located in Chittagong District. In terms of establishment, this is the oldest district in Bangladesh, and by area, it is the second largest. The population of Chittagong District was 9,169,464 at the 2022 Census. The district has its own distinct language and culture. Due to its linguistic and cultural uniqueness, it is considered the most diverse district in Bangladesh. The language spoken by the people of this region is known as Chatgaiya. At present, over 15 million people speak this language. Not only in Chittagong, but also in Greater Chittagong – including Cox's Bazar and the Chittagong Hill Tracts – this is the principal language of communication. Chittagong District is bordered by Cox's Bazar to the south, the Chittagong Hill Tracts to the east, Feni District and the Indian state of Tripura to the north, and the Bay of Bengal to the west. The district is also home to the second-largest sea beach in Bangladesh after Cox's Bazar, known as Banshkhali Sea Beach. In addition, the longest hanging bridge in Bangladesh is located in this Chittagong district.
