Shat Gombuj Mosque (Sixty Dome Mosque) Tourism

The Shat Gombuj Mosque, also known as the Sixty Dome Mosque, is an impressive historical mosque in Bagerhat, within the Khulna Division of Bangladesh. Constructed during the 15th century under the reign of Sultan Ulugh Khan Jahan, the mosque is a superb example of ancient Bengali architecture. Despite its name, the mosque does not have sixty domes; rather, it has 77 squat domes with 7 four-sided pitched Bengali domes in the central row. The mosque is built mainly of brick and covers a vast area with numerous pillars creating a spacious prayer hall. The Shat Gombutj Mosque has been described as 'the most impressive Muslim monuments in the whole of the Indian Subcontinent.' In addition to its architectural significance, the mosque complex reflects the history of Islam in the Indian subcontinent and holds great historical value. It has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its outstanding universal value and integrity. The mosque's thick walls, large central prayer room, and the fact that it stands on a raised platform all communicate its functional and majestic aura, making it a prominent Islamic architectural treasure of Bangladesh.