Mosque and shrine, Dhaka
Star Mosqueতারা মসজিদ
- Time needed
- Half an hour.
- best months
- Nov–Feb
- Cost
- Free.
A small Mughal-era mosque in Armanitola covered all over in blue stars and floral china mosaic, one of the prettiest buildings in Old Dhaka.
At a glance
- Built
- 18th century
- Builder
- Mirza Golam Pir
About
The mosque was built in the 18th century by Mirza Golam Pir. In the early 20th century a local merchant had it enlarged and covered with mosaic made from broken china, with stars on the domes that give it its name.
It is an active mosque; visitors are welcome outside prayer times if dressed modestly.
Getting there: Rickshaw to Abul Khairat Road, Armanitola.
Things to do
- Look closely at the china mosaic inside and out.
Good to know
- Women should cover their heads; avoid prayer times.
