The mosque is built on a 16.5-foot high raised platform, separating the prayer area from the street level.
An inscription above the central arch identifies the builder as Khan Mohammad Mridha and the date of construction as 1116 AH (1705 AD).
The vaulted rooms beneath the mosque platform are believed to have functioned as an Islamic school (madrasa) or residence for the founder.
The mosque features four octagonal towers at the corners, which are a hallmark of Mughal mosque design in the region.
The central dome is larger than the two flanking side domes, creating a distinct silhouette common in three-domed Bengal mosques.
Khan Mohammad Mridha Masjid is an 18th-century mosque built on a high stone platform to prevent flooding from the nearby Buriganga River. Completed in 1705, the structure is a notable example of Mughal architecture in Bengal, characterized by its three-domed prayer hall. The mosque sits atop a series of vaulted rooms that once served as a residence or educational space. It features intricate brickwork, pointed archways, and corner minarets topped with cupolas. The structure is built from a combination of brick and mortar, with plaster ornamentation adorning the walls. It remains an active place of worship serving the local Lalbagh community.
From the ground level looking up at the raised platform to capture the scale and the arched base of the mosque.
Visit during non-prayer hours to respect the privacy of worshippers.
Walk around the entire perimeter to view the high platform construction from the ground level.
Carry a scarf or head covering to ensure modest dress before entering the complex.
Do not attempt to photograph people in prayer; avoid loud conversations or disruptive behavior within the compound.
Remove shoes before entering the prayer hall; women should cover their hair; modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is required for all visitors.
