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Majidbaria Shahi Mosque

Patuakhali · Places of worship

Majidbaria Shahi Mosque, Patuakhali
Photo: Zahid Asif · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

What you can see and do

Built in 1465 during the reign of Sultan Rukunuddin Barbak Shah, this mosque at Majidbaria village in Mirzaganj upazila is among the oldest Muslim buildings in greater Barishal. Its single-domed prayer room, front verandah and thick brick walls are a clear example of the Sultanate style.

How to get there

From Patuakhali town go by bus or motorcycle to Mirzaganj upazila; auto-rickshaws run from there to Majidbaria village.

Safety notes

Dress modestly at a place of worship, keep quiet during prayers and ask before taking photographs.

Other travel details

  • When to go: November–February
  • How long to allow: About 1 hours
  • From Dhaka: 195 km · Bus from ৳605

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