Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque Mosque
Historic Mughal-era mosque in Dhaka's Chawkbazar neighborhood
In Old Dhaka, the Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque dates to the Mughal period with domes and an arched prayer hall; visitors study Bengali mosque architecture amid narrow bazaars.
Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque at a Glance#
Address: Chawkbazar area (Old Dhaka), Dhaka Division, Bangladesh
Hours: Mosque open during daylight hours; closed to tourists during main prayer services
Admission: Free to enter (mosque functions and prayer times observed)
About Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque#
Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque is a historic mosque located in the Chawkbazar area of Old Dhaka in Dhaka Division, Bangladesh. It is one of several older mosques that reflect the dense urban and religious fabric of the old city.
The mosque exhibits architectural features typical of historic mosque construction in Dhaka’s older districts and serves as a local religious site within Chawkbazar. It is set among narrow streets and traditional urban housing of Old Dhaka.
Geographically it sits in central Old Dhaka, within the historic core of Bangladesh’s capital city.
- Historic urban context: Sited in the historic Chawkbazar neighbourhood of Old Dhaka and part of the city’s Mughal and pre-modern urban fabric.
How to Get to Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque#
Chawkbazar is in Old Dhaka; use local rickshaws or taxis from central Dhaka (e.g., near Sadarghat or Lalbagh). The narrow streets are best negotiated on foot or by rickshaw once in the old city.
Tips for Visiting Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque#
- Visit outside of prayer times to see architectural details; dress respectfully and remove shoes at the entrance.
- Look for carved stone and terracotta detailing on the mihrab and minaret bases-local craftsmanship is subtle and precise.
- Combine the visit with a walking tour of Old Dhaka streets to observe daily mosque life.
Best Time to Visit Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque#
Best visited in the cool, dry winter months for comfortable walking in Old Dhaka.
Weather & Climate near Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque#
Chawkbazar Shahi Mosque's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 34°C. Heavy rainfall (2152 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 12° - 26° | 19° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 0.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| February | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 22 mm | mostly sunny | 56% | 0.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| March | Excellent | 20° - 33° | 26° | 59 mm | some cloud | 54% | 1.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 23° - 34° | 31° | 150 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 1.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.6h |
| May | Acceptable | 25° - 33° | 33° | 318 mm | overcast | 76% | 1.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.1h |
| June | Acceptable | 26° - 32° | 36° | 350 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.4h |
| July | Acceptable | 26° - 31° | 36° | 411 mm | overcast | 90% | 1.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 26° - 32° | 37° | 329 mm | overcast | 90% | 1.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.8h |
| September | Acceptable | 26° - 32° | 36° | 291 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.0 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 173 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 0.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.5h |
| November | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 24° | 32 mm | mostly sunny | 79% | 0.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.9h |
| December | Ideal | 14° - 26° | 20° | 11 mm | mostly sunny | 75% | 0.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.6h |
