Mosque and shrine, Gaibandha

Shah Sultan Gazi Mosqueশাহ সুলতান গাজীর মসজিদ

Time needed
Half an hour.
best months
Nov–Feb
Cost
Free.

An old mosque linked by tradition to Shah Sultan Gazi, a saint said to have brought Islam to the area, with his shrine near by.

At a glance

Linked to
Shah Sultan Gazi

About

The mosque and shrine draw local pilgrims, especially on Fridays. The building has been renovated, so its age shows more in its plan than its surface. Visit outside prayer times and dress modestly.

Getting there: By CNG from Gaibandha town; ask locally for the way.

Things to do

  • Visit the shrine beside the mosque.

Good to know

  • Remove your shoes at the shrine.

Getting there

Read the Gaibandha guide

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Location

Shah Sultan Gazi Mosque, Gaibandha
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