A Mughal-era architectural wonder
With its unique aesthetic beauty and significant historical value, this cultural heritage is a must-visit attraction for anyone who appreciates the artistry and craftsmanship of past generations.
The mosque, built in 1795 by Asi Mia Chowdhury, son of wealthy landlord Ajgar Ali Chowdhury, boasts a unique aesthetic beauty that is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who visits.
The square-shaped mosque features three terracotta domes with Mughal architectural style on the top.
The mosque was constructed on 10-decimal land, with a total of 24 minars (small towers or spires) adorning the top. The lime-sand and powdered brick structure is complemented with beautiful designs both inside and outside, with columns and supporting ceiling made of stone.
The main entrance features wood crafted doors with two windows on either side. Inside the mosque, eight Khilan (arches) with carved designs are located, and it can accommodate around 31 to 34 devotees for prayers at a time.
Despite the fact that prayers are not being held inside the mosque since 2016, it remains a popular attraction for people from all walks of life. The locals take great pride in the Ajgar Ali Mosque, and its preservation is of utmost importance to them.
Gias Uddin Chowdhury, the motwalli (caretaker) of the mosque, spoke of his family's legacy and commitment to preserving the history and beauty of the mosque.
"Our ancestor built the mosque in 1795, and we renovated the mosque with our family funding a few years back to keep the history alive," he said.
"For devotees, we have built another mosque beside it spending around Tk 4 crore. Our forefather never sought money from anyone to fund the mosque. From the family fund, we are maintaining the cost," he said.
The Ajgar Ali Mosque is easily accessible from the Boropole Halishahar area of Chattogram.
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