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Tomb of Khan Jahan Ali

খান জাহান আলীর মাজার

The domed shrine of Bagerhat's founder, beside a large pond known for its resident crocodiles.

At a glance

Where: Bagerhat district, Khulna division
Best time: winter (Dec–Jan) and spring (Feb–Mar)
Time needed: About 1 h 30 min

Tomb of Khan Jahan Ali

Khan Jahan Ali, the saint-administrator who founded the town in the 15th century, lies in a single-domed tomb beside Thakur Dighi. Pilgrims come throughout the year, and the shrine has a steady devotional atmosphere. The pond has long been home to mugger crocodiles treated as sacred by visitors. A large fair gathers here each year around the full moon of Chaitra.

How to get there

About 3 km east of the Sixty Dome Mosque; take an auto or rickshaw.

Good to know

Cover your head and shoulders, remove shoes inside, and be wary of persistent donation seekers.

Ready-made trips that include it

Sundarbans edge and the mosque city of Bagerhat

Where to stay in Bagerhat

Common questions

Where is Tomb of Khan Jahan Ali?

Tomb of Khan Jahan Ali is in Bagerhat district, Khulna division, Bangladesh. Bagerhat is about 190 km from Dhaka by road.

How do you get to Tomb of Khan Jahan Ali?

About 3 km east of the Sixty Dome Mosque; take an auto or rickshaw.

When is the best time to visit Tomb of Khan Jahan Ali?

The best time is winter (Dec–Jan) and spring (Feb–Mar). Allow about 1 h 30 min for the visit.