Lalbagh Shahi Mosque, Dhaka
The Mosque is located in proximity to the southeastern gateway of the Lalbagh Fort in Dhaka. It is the biggest Mughal mosque in Bangladesh with space for 1500 people. The mosque was erected by Prince Farrukh Siyar between 1703 and 1706. Of course, modifications have been made since then. A minaret was added during the Pakistani period. The mosque has a modern look now, and each side has an impressive octagonal tower. It is the only mosque in Bangladesh that displays a three-aisled deep prayer chamber.
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Sight Name: Lalbagh Shahi Mosque
Sight Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh (See walking tours in Dhaka)
Sight Type: Religious
Sight Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh (See walking tours in Dhaka)
Sight Type: Religious
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.6 Km or 3.5 Miles
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Travel Distance: 5.6 Km or 3.5 Miles
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Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles