Bagha Mosque travel guide

History and background

A ten-domed mosque built by Sultan Nusrat Shah in 1523–24. The terracotta decoration of mango trees, vines and flowers on its walls and mihrab is a unique example of Sultanate art. It appeared on the old 50-taka note and on stamps.

How to get to Bagha Mosque

In Bagha upazila; about 40 km from Rajshahi.

Rajshahi is about 250 km from Dhaka; the journey takes 5–6 hours.

• 🚌 By bus: Green Line, Hanif, Desh Travels, National from Gabtoli; non-AC ৳650–800, AC ৳1,200–1,600.
• 🚆 By train: Silk City, Padma, Dhumketu, Banalata Express from Kamalapur; fare ৳350–1,100.
• ✈️ By air: Biman and US-Bangla (Shah Makhdum Airport); one way ৳3,500–5,500.

Where to stay

• Parjatan Motel Rajshahi
• Hotel X Rajshahi (luxury)
• Mid-range hotels in town (৳1,200–3,000)

What to eat

Kalai roti, mangoes (June–July), Rajshahi silk saris

Good to know

• See the huge pond next door and the shrine of Shah Daula

More places to visit in Rajshahi district

• Varendra Research Museum — The country's first museum, founded in 1910; superb sculptures from the Pala-Sena era.
• Padma Garden and T-Bandh — The paved bank of the Padma; sunsets and boat trips to the char.
• Puthia Temple Complex — Puthia Rajbari and the largest group of terracotta temples, including the Shiva Temple and Govinda Temple.
• Shrine of Hazrat Shah Makhdum (R.) — Rajshahi's main shrine, on the Padma bank.

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