Nilachal (নীলাচল)

Nilachal is a hilltop viewpoint at Tigerpara, about 5 kilometres from Bandarban town in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of south-eastern Bangladesh, at roughly 2,000 feet. Run by the Bandarban district administration, it gives a full view over the town and folded green hills, and suits visitors wanting sunsets or cloud views on a short trip.

Around 2,000 feet above Bandarban

Most sources put it at about 2,000 feet above sea level, though one listing gives about 1,800 feet. It is sometimes called the Tiger Hill of Bangladesh after the place name Tigerpara.

Clouds, fog and sunsets over the ridges

The viewpoint looks over Bandarban town and a wide spread of ridges. In the rainy season clouds drift across and below the hilltop, and on winter mornings fog fills the valleys. Sunset and moonlit evenings draw crowds. The road up passes small villages of the hill communities.

Rest house and cafe run by the district

The Bandarban district administration developed and maintains the site. Facilities have changed over the years. Early guides described it as under construction with no food or rooms; later listings mention a small rest house run by the administration, a café and tea stalls. Check what is open and carry water.