Ensuring visitor safety is a growing priority at all major attractions in Bangladesh.
* **Crime Overview:** Violent crime against tourists is exceptionally rare. Petty crime, such as pickpocketing, can occur in crowded urban attractions (e.g., Sadarghat or local bazaars). * **Tourist Police:** Bangladesh has a dedicated Tourist Police force stationed at major sites like Cox's Bazar, Kuakata, and the Sundarbans. * **Emergency Numbers:** * National Emergency Hotline: **999** (Police, Fire, Ambulance) * Tourist Police Hotline: **+880 1320-160120** * **Safety Tips for Visitors:** Avoid traveling alone at night in remote areas, respect local customs by dressing modestly (especially when visiting religious sites), and always use registered tour operators for expeditions into the Chittagong Hill Tracts or the Sundarbans.