US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent T. Christensen visited the traditional floating guava market in Bhimruli, Jhalakathi.
On Sunday (August 9) morning, he boarded a small boat to see the hustle and bustle of the market, the buying and selling of guava from boat to boat, and the rural life of the rainy season. At that time, the US Ambassador also tasted local guava.
Brent T. Christensen reached the floating guava market in Bhimruli around 9 am. There, Jhalakathi Additional Deputy Commissioner Kawsar Hossain greeted him with flowers.
Later, the US Ambassador boarded a small boat to visit the floating market. He enjoyed the rows of boats in the canal, the sale of guavas sitting on boats, the busyness of buyers and sellers, and the surrounding green environment.
At one stage of the visit to the market, Brent T. Christensen tasted local guava. He also enjoyed the beautiful natural environment of Bhimruli and the exceptional view of the floating market.
At that time, the US ambassador said, “I enjoyed the visit to the floating guava market in Bhimruli. The beautiful environment surrounded by greenery here overwhelmed me.”
After staying for a while at the Bhimruli market, the US ambassador left for the Atghar-Kuriana area of Pirojpur by trawler. At that time, he was accompanied by officials of the US embassy and local administration officials.
During the monsoon season, this floating market in Bhimruli gathers around the production and sale of guavas. Guavas are bought and sold by boat in the canal. This market, which is important for local farmers and traders, is now one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the southern region. During the rainy season, Bhimruli becomes a popular place for tourists from home and abroad.