Sonadia Island

Sonadia Island is a 9-square-kilometer island in Cox's Bazar's Maheshkhali Upazila. Sonadia Island and Maheshkhali are divided by a waterway. Sea beaches, a complete rain forest with biodiversity, little waterways, and a variety of varied species may be found on all three sides of the island. People began to live on this small island between 100 and 120 years ago. Every year, thousands of people flock to the Sonadia Islands to witness the incredible biodiversity. The island is separated into two sections, one on the east and one on the west.

Because the island is surrounded by salt ocean, it is impossible to grow many food grains or green crops on it. The people of the Sonadia Islands make their living by fishing and curing fish. On the other hand, other people work to transport people from the island to various locations. For this, they employ an engine boat or a wooden boat. Other members of the community aid them as well. There is a lot of salt water on the island. As a result, there are no crops or vegetables that can be grown here. With this in mind, everyone travels to Maheshkhali to purchase their necessities.

Location: Cox's Bazar, Chittagong Division, Bangladesh

Area: 9 km²