Choto Sona Mosque Ruins
Overview
Located in the Bangladeshi border fringe, this lesser-known mosque ruin is a testament to the Indo-Islamic architecture of the Sultanate period.
Details
The mosque, though partially eroded, features glazed tiles and intricate pillars. It dates back to the 15th century.The mosque was built during the reign of the Sultan of Bengal Alauddin Husain Shah, between 1493 and 1519. The fifteen domes of the mosque were once gilded, hence its nomenclature, however the gold has since dissipated. The mosque is one of the best-preserved Bengal Sultanate-style monuments that are under the protection of the Government of Bangladesh. The mosque premise covers an area of 42 metres (138 ft) east-west by 43.5 metres (143 ft) north-south, and was originally surrounded by an outer wall, since restored, with a gateway in the middle of the eastern side.
Itinerary
Photograph the ruins, observe Islamic motifs, and discuss with locals about its history and legends.
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