Asgar Ali Chowdhury Mosque

Asgar Ali Chowdhury Mosque is a historical mosque in Chittagong, Bangladesh. It was established in early 19th century by Asgar Ali Chowdhury, who was a famous Zaminder(Landlord)in Halishahar, Chittagong, Bangladesh. It is situated in Asgar Ali Chowdhury Bari, Chowdhury Para, North Halishahar, Chittagong which is positioned 1.5 km west from Boropol, Agrabad, Chittagong.

The "Asgar Ali Chowdhury Mosque" is considered an excellent example of Mughal architecture. It comprises three domes arranged in a row, the middle dome being larger than the two side domes. It also comprises 24 minars.

Since the death of Asgar Ali Chowdhury, the mosque has been maintained in part through donations from the estate of his son, Osi Meah Chowdhury.North Halishahar

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