Chandanpura Mosque

Chandanpura Mosque

Multi domed mosque situated in the old part (north) of Chittagong on the road to Kaptai.Architecturally impressive with its domed minarets.

According to Lonely Planet the Mosque has no historical significance. [Marika. McAdam, "Bangladesh" (Lonely Planet, 2004: ISBN 1740592808)]

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