Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, National mosque in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Baitul Mukarram is a mosque in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with multiple floors and a central prayer hall beneath a white dome. Smaller domes line the outer edges, giving the building a clear, expansive form.
Architect Abdulhusein M. Thariani drew the plans in 1959, and construction was completed in 1968, during a time when Bangladesh was shaping its national identity. The project arose during a period of political change and represented a sign of religious and social renewal.
Worshippers gather in the prayer halls during the five daily prayers and on special occasions such as Friday prayers, when the gatherings grow especially large. On religious holidays like Eid, tens of thousands come here to pray together and meet, turning the complex into a living center of faith.
The complex sits in central Dhaka and includes, alongside the prayer rooms, a library and classrooms for Islamic studies and community programs. Access is usually straightforward outside prayer times, but it can get crowded during peak hours.
The architecture combines elements from the Mughal tradition with modern design principles, with gardens around the building helping to support natural air circulation. This approach ensures that the interior remains tolerable despite the heat, while the green surroundings invite calm.
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