Darasbari Mosque and Madrasa
দারাসবাড়ি মসজিদ ও মাদ্রাসা
Roofless brick ruins of a great Sultanate mosque and one of Bengal's earliest known madrasas.
At a glance
- Where
- Chapainawabganj district, Rajshahi division
- Best time
- winter (Dec–Jan) and spring (Feb–Mar)
- Time needed
- About 1 h
A short walk through fields from Choto Sona Masjid, the Darasbari Mosque dates from the late 15th century. Its domes have fallen, leaving rows of brick piers and arched walls open to the sky, with terracotta ornament still visible in places. Nearby, excavations revealed the foundations of a large madrasa built around a courtyard. The setting among ponds and paddy is peaceful and photogenic.
How to get there
From the Choto Sona Masjid area, take a rickshaw or van along the village road.
Good to know
There is little shade; bring a hat and water.
Where to stay in Chapainawabganj
Common questions
Where is Darasbari Mosque and Madrasa?
Darasbari Mosque and Madrasa is in Chapainawabganj district, Rajshahi division, Bangladesh. Chapainawabganj is about 315 km from Dhaka by road.
How do you get to Darasbari Mosque and Madrasa?
From the Choto Sona Masjid area, take a rickshaw or van along the village road.
When is the best time to visit Darasbari Mosque and Madrasa?
The best time is winter (Dec–Jan) and spring (Feb–Mar). Allow about 1 h for the visit.
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