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Anderkilla Shahi Jame Mosque

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Anderkilla Shahi Jame Mosque

Anderkilla Shahi Jame Mosque

This Sunni mosque is located on a high hill in Chittagong. It serves as a historical monument commemorating the Mughal conquest of the city. Travelers visit the site to observe its architecture and its position as a symbolic landmark of the region's imperial history.

Getting There

The mosque is situated within the city limits of Chittagong. From the city centre, it is accessible via local rickshaws or ride-sharing services. Depending on traffic conditions, the journey typically takes 15 to 30 minutes.

Visit Duration

Most visitors spend between 45 minutes and 1.5 hours exploring the mosque and the surrounding hill area.

When to Visit

The site is most accessible during daylight hours. It can become crowded during daily prayer times and on Fridays, which is the primary day of congregational prayer in Bangladesh. To avoid the heaviest crowds, visit during mid-morning or mid-afternoon on weekdays. The dry season from November to February offers the most stable weather for visiting.

Nearby Attractions

Due to its central location, the mosque can be combined with other nearby sites:

  • Cheragi Pahar (0.4km)
  • Theatre Institute Chittagong (0.8km)
  • Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Cathedral (1km)
  • Masjid-e-Siraj ud-Daulah (1km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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