Mosque and shrine, Brahmanbaria
Ulchapara Mosqueউলচাপাড়া মসজিদ
- Time needed
- Half an hour.
- best months
- Nov–Feb
- Cost
- Free.
A three-domed Mughal mosque of 1727–28 in Ulchapara village on the edge of the town, built by a merchant named Shah Murad whose grave lies beside it; a listed monument still in daily use.
At a glance
- Dated
- 1727–28
- Domes
- Three
About
The inscription over the door dates it to the reign of Muhammad Shah, and names the builder as a trader from the west. It is a compact oblong with three domes, octagonal corner towers, arched doorways and the typical plaster panels of the late Mughal provincial style, restored by the Archaeology Department. A tank lies in front, the founder's tomb to one side.
It is a short CNG ride from the town centre and takes half an hour.
Getting there: CNG from the town, about 15 minutes toward the Sylhet road.
Things to do
- Read the inscription over the entrance.
Good to know
- Visit between prayer times.
