Bandarban is a district in South-Eastern Bangladesh, and a part of the Chittagong Division. It is one of the three hill districts of Bangladesh and a part of the Chittagong Hill Tracts, the others being Rangamati District and Khagrachhari District. Bandarban city is the headquarters of the Bandarban district. Bandarban district (4,479 km²) is not only the most remote district of the country, but also the least populous (population 292,900).There is an army contingent at Bandarban Cantonment.

Nilgiri is one of the tallest peaks and a beautiful tourist spot in Bangladesh. It is about 3500 feet high and situated at Thanci Thana. Close to this spot you can see Moro villages. Their colorful culture and life style might be an unexplored experience for you. In rainy season a spectacular scenery is created here, the whole spot is covered with the blanket of clouds. It is a nice place for campfire in rainy season. Most attractive time of the day is the dawn. It is better to stay during 7-18 dates of a lunar month to enjoy the moonlit night. You can also enjoy the artful course of Sangu River. Niligiri is managed by Army brigade of Bandarban (offroadbangladesh)