Atia Mosque, 17th-century Mughal mosque in Delduar Upazila, Bangladesh
Atia Mosque is a place of worship from the 17th century in Delduar with distinctive architecture featuring four domes and three entrances on the east side. The building combines features of Mughal construction with architectural elements from the Bengal Sultanate period.
The building was constructed in 1609 by a local landowner after receiving land from Mughal Emperor Jahangir. This period marked the height of Mughal influence in the region.
The mosque stands near the shrine of Hazrat Shahan Shah, a revered teacher from Kashmir whose arrival shaped the spiritual life of the region. Today visitors come to pray and experience the religious significance that has drawn people to this location for centuries.
The building is easiest to reach from Dhaka, with buses and local transportation serving the Delduar area. Visitors should know that this is an active place of worship where respectful behavior is expected.
The structure features walls about 9 feet thick decorated with ornate terracotta tiles that display the craftsmanship of the period. The building remains protected by the Department of Archaeology as a significant historical monument.
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