Star Mosque
Mosque Decorated 18th-century mosque in Dhaka with star motifs
Dhaka’s Star Mosque features ornate tile work and star-shaped motifs on its domes; visitors come to photograph its mosaic decoration and to see mosque architecture amid old city neighborhoods.
The Star Mosque (often called Tara Masjid) is a small historic mosque in Old Dhaka, Bangladesh, noted for its decorative star motifs in tile and glass mosaic. It is an urban religious site that attracts both worshippers and visitors interested in its ornamentation.
The mosque’s exterior and interior contain numerous star-shaped motifs formed from pieces of ceramic, glass and mirrorwork, giving it a distinctive appearance among Dhaka’s historic mosques. The building is compact and typical of dense historic neighbourhood mosques in the city.
The mosque was constructed in earlier centuries and has been subject to renovations and decorative additions over time that created the present mosaic surface. It continues to function as an active place of worship for the local community.
The mosque is located in the Armanitola area of Old Dhaka, within the dense urban fabric of the historic city centre.
- Decorative motif: Known locally as Tara Masjid in Old Dhaka and noted for its distinctive star-shaped tile and mosaic decorations on the exterior and interior.
How to Get to Star Mosque #
From Shahbagh or Motijheel, take a rickshaw into Old Dhaka’s Armanitola area. The lanes are narrow; drop-off points are on the main roads and expect a short walk. Nearest major landmark: Lalbagh Fort is roughly 2-3 km away.
Tips for Visiting Star Mosque #
- Visit early morning to see light through the mosaic tiles and avoid the mid-day crowd.
- Bring modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees; a wrap is useful for quick cover-ups.
- Look up: many of the mosque's star motifs are made from pieces of imported blue and white Chinese porcelain-inspect at eye level and on the dome surfaces.
Best Time to Visit Star Mosque #
Best visited in the cool, dry winter months when Dhaka's old quarter is easier to walk and the mosque's mosaics are easiest to appreciate.
Weather & Climate near Star Mosque #
Star 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 (2165 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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April
April is hot, feeling like 31°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (319 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (353 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (415 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (331 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (292 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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