Feni
Feni is a CITY in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Feni, a riverside city in southeastern Bangladesh, serves as the gateway to the country's lush hill tracts. The Feni River meanders through the city, offering scenic riverbanks and the iconic Feni River Port, where wooden boats still load goods. History buffs will enjoy the 18th-century Choto Sona Mosque and the remnants of British-era infrastructure. The bustling Shetu Bazar is a feast for the senses, with stalls of fresh jackfruit, betel leaves, and handwoven fabrics. Local cuisine centres on river fish like *shol* and *koi*, often cooked in fiery mustard gravy. As a lesser-visited destination, Feni rewards travellers with authentic rural-urban contrasts: rickshaws weave past modern glass storefronts, while women in bright *saris* sell clay pots by the roadside. The nearby Mahalchhari Hill Tracts and Sitakunda hot springs make easy day trips. While infrastructure is basic, the warm Bengali hospitality and the chance to witness everyday life on the Chittagong Delta make Feni a unique stop for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience. Expect affordable travel, hearty food, and a slower pace that lets you absorb the rhythms of this lively river town.
Best time to visit Feni
The best months are November through February, when the weather is cool and dry with daytime temperatures of 18–25°C. March and April are hotter but still manageable for early-morning sightseeing. The monsoon (June–September) brings heavy rain and high humidity, making travel difficult, though the landscape turns lush. October is transitional with post-monsoon greenery.
October
NowTypical for October
- Weather
- Post-monsoon, warm 22-31°C
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Medium
- Prices
- Moderate
Good time; landscapes green
Know before you go
Getting there
Shah Amanat International Airport (Chittagong)
International
80 km away
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (Dhaka)
International
155 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
15 Mbps
Mobile data
Good
WiFi
Available in most hotels and some cafes; speeds vary
Local SIM
Local SIM at airport or city shop from $3 with passport
Stay safe
Overall
6/10Petty crime exists; avoid isolated areas at night. Traffic can be chaotic but transport is functional.
Night safety
5/10Petty crime exists; avoid isolated areas at night. Traffic can be chaotic but transport is functional.
Transport
7/10Scam risk
6/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 01:41
More facts
Population
84,028
Type
City
Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as: Feni, Feni Bangladesh, Fenny, feni, fyny, peni, pheni, Φένι, Фени, فئنی, فيني, فینی، بنگلہ دیش, ফেনী, பெனி, フェニ, ফেনী জেলা, Feni District, 페니구, BD-16


