Aggmeda Khyang
অগ্গমেধা ক্যাং
The largest Rakhine Buddhist monastery in Cox's Bazar, with stilted wooden monks' quarters, shaded by old trees and home to bronze Buddhas and ancient scriptures.
Aggmeda Khyang is one of the largest Rakhine Buddhist monasteries in Cox's Bazar, set among old trees at the foot of a small hill on the eastern side of town. The main compound consists of traditional wooden monks' quarters and shrine halls raised on tall pillars. The halls house bronze and marble Buddha statues of various sizes, and the monastery holds ancient palm-leaf manuscripts and Burmese-script scriptures. A white stupa stands in the courtyard. Entry is free. Visitors must remove their shoes, dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered, and keep quiet. It is about 10–15 minutes by electric tricycle from the beach area and can be combined with a visit to the nearby Burmese Market, making it a good way to experience Rakhine culture beyond the seaside.
Opening hours
Open by day, approx. 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Radiant Fish World
- Burmese Market
- Cox's Bazar Beach
- Moheshkhali Island & Adinath Temple
- Himchari National Park
- Ramu 100-Foot Reclining Buddha
- Ramu Central Sima Vihara
- Ramkot Buddhist Monastery