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Nakhoda Masjid

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Nakhoda Masjid

Overview

Completed in 1926, Nakhoda Masjid is a prominent Sunni Hanafi mosque located in Kolkata's Barabazar district, at the junction of Zakaria Street and Rabindra Sarani. Travellers visit to see its prayer hall and experience a central religious site in the city's historic commercial area.

Getting There

Situated in central Kolkata, the location is accessible from the city centre by taxi or public transit in approximately 15 to 30 minutes. Heavy traffic is common in the surrounding market lanes, which can extend travel times.

Time to Spend

Plan to spend 30 to 45 minutes inside the complex to see the prayer hall.

When to Visit

The cooler dry months from October to March are the most suitable for walking in the neighborhood. Mornings are calmer before local shops open. The area becomes heavily crowded on Friday afternoons during prayer times and throughout Ramadan.

Nearby Attractions

The mosque can be easily combined with other historic locations nearby:

  • Cathedral of the Most Holy Rosary: 0.4 km
  • Armenian Church of the Holy Nazareth: 0.6 km
  • Marble Palace: 0.8 km
  • B. B. D. Bagh: 0.9 km

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

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