Shankarpasha Shahi Mosque travel guide

History and background

A single-domed mosque built in the 15th century, in the Sultanate era, at Uchail in Habiganj Sadar; also known as the 'Uchail Shahi Mosque'. Its brick walls show terracotta decoration.

How to get to Shankarpasha Shahi Mosque

At Uchail in Habiganj Sadar.

Habiganj is about 170 km from Dhaka; the journey takes 3.5–4 hours.

• 🚌 By bus: Sylhet-bound or Habiganj buses from Sayedabad (Digonto, Agradut), fare ৳350–500.
• 🚆 By train: Sylhet-bound trains to Shaistaganj station, fare ৳250–700.

Where to stay

• The Palace Luxury Resort (Bahubal)
• Mid-range hotels in Habiganj town

What to eat

Fresh tea from the gardens, haor fish

Good to know

• Visit outside prayer times

More places to visit in Habiganj district

• Satchari National Park — A forest of seven streams; gibbons, monkeys, birds and a Tripura village.
• Rema-Kalenga Wildlife Sanctuary — One of the country's big natural forests; walking trails and a watchtower.

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