Masjid-e-Siraj ud-Daulah

Masjid-e-Siraj ud-Daulah is a mosque in Chittagong featuring multiple brightly colored domes and minarets set across from a colonial-era red brick Fire Brigade Station. The structure displays traditional Islamic architecture with decorative details and ornamental features throughout.

Construction began in 1870 under contractor Master Abdul Hamid with architects and builders from Lucknow and Bombay. The structure underwent major renovations in 1952, initiated by Abu Syed Dobhash, a descendant of the original contractor.

The mosque honors Siraj ud-Daulah, the last independent Nawab of Bengal who resisted British colonial rule. This naming choice reflects local pride in resistance and remains meaningful to the community today.

The mosque stands on Nabab Siraj ud-Daulah Road in Chawkbazar Ward and continues to serve as an active place of worship for the community. Visitors should be aware of its religious significance and follow customary etiquette when visiting.

The building was originally named Hamidia-Taj-Masjid, a name it carried for many years before being renamed to honor Siraj ud-Daulah. This name change shows how the meaning and memory of places evolve over time.

Location: Chittagong

GPS coordinates: 22.35011,91.83705

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43