Shankarpasha Shahi Masjid

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Shankarpasha Shahi Masjid, 15th century mosque in Habiganj Sadar Upazila, Bangladesh.

The square mosque measures 21 feet on each side, featuring a large central dome and three smaller domes on the front verandah.

Sultan Alauddin Husain Shah commissioned the construction of this mosque between 1494 and 1499 to honor Shah Majlis-e-Amin, who spread Islam in the region.

The mihrab displays intricate decorative patterns with four-petalled flowers and rosettes, reflecting the refined Islamic architectural traditions of medieval Bangladesh.

The mosque contains 15 doors and windows with three main entrances on the eastern side, accommodating up to 100 worshippers during prayer times.

The walls of this brick structure range from 5 to 10 feet in thickness, with the western wall being the most substantial.

Inception: 1513

Architectural style: Islamic architecture

Capacity: 100

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 24.30230,91.35880

Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:36

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