Jamiatul Falah Mosque
Jamiatul Falah জমিয়াতুল ফালাহ | |
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Basic information | |
Location | Chittagong, Bangladesh |
Affiliation | Islam |
Status | Active |
Architectural type | Mosque |
Capacity | 5000 |
Baitul Falah or Jamiatul Falah is the largest Mosque of Chittagong, Bangladesh. It is situated in an important place of Chittagong where the WASA (Water And Sewage Authority) headquarters for Chittagong is also situated. This three-storied unique mosque is a model of superb architecture with numerous arches. Approximately 5000 people can say their prayers at a time in this mosque.
A huge ground is stretched in front of the main complex that is used during the eve of the holy Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha, which are Muslim festivals. On the eve of Eid 50,000 people can gather here altogether. The mosque is at a crucial circle or junction of roads in Chittagong that is linked with Dampara Police Line (Police Base). The famous shrine of Garibullah Shah is situated a few yards away from the police line. The Mosque is maintained by the Chittagong City Corporation.
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Coordinates: 22°21′00″N 91°49′23″E / 22.3501°N 91.8230°E