Rahmat Nagar Shahi Jame Mosque, Parbatipur

sohanurrahman (76)Friendin Steem Sri Lanka • 11 days ago (edited)

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Rahmat Nagar Shahi Jame Mosque


^{Main entrance to the mosque}

Today, I want to share with you all about a holy place in our town. It’s a mosque where Muslims gather to pray, the Rahmat Nagar Shahi Jame Mosque. Let me tell you about this mosque. This mosque was originally established in 1940, during the Pakistan era. Just hearing the date gives you an idea of how old it really is.

But if you see the mosque today, you might think it’s a newly built modern structure. That’s because it was completely renovated in 2019.


^{Newly constructed gate of the mosque}

Attribute	Details
Steem Atlas Location	[//]:# (!steematlas 25.6598004 lat 88.9152912 long Rahmat Nagar Shahi Jame Mosque d3scr)
Google Location	25.6598004, 88.9152912, MW58+W4F Parbatipur, Link
Location	Parbatipur Upazila, Dinajpur District, Rangpur Division
Country	Bangladesh
Status	Active
Affiliation	Islam
Established	1940
Reconstruction	2019


^{A signboard of the mosque on the road leading to the mosque. Some microphones are set at the top of this minaret through which the sound of the call to prayer reaches the entire area}

I had seen the old structure of the mosque, and honestly, I used to like its traditional architecture a lot. It carried the charm of the past. But now, with the new modern design, the mosque is much larger and more spacious. Inside, it can accommodate many more servants of Allah to perform their prayer, and there’s even provision for making it a two-story mosque in the future.


^{Only road next to the mosque}


^{The road next to the main gate of the mosque}


^{This beautiful gate was recently built}

The mosque is located very close to the main road, surrounded by several houses. Its main gate has been beautifully reconstructed, and the beautiful designs really caught my eye. The boundary wall is also nicely designed. There’s a shaded shoe rack area outside, while the main building has a solid, modern roof.


^{Ablution room. There is a sign outside the ablution room that says to take off your shoes or sandals and enter the ablution room}


^{This modern ablution room features a row of taps and low seats which allowing individuals to comfortably perform their ablution in preparation for prayer}

In front of the mosque, a large new ablution area (wudhu khana) has been built. There are two places where ablution facilities are available. The older ablution facility is located near the main gate, also has several toilets beside it. The new one is more modern, made only for ablution, and there are some flowering plants besides which make the place look refreshing.


^{A view of the mosque. There is still some construction work left on the mosque}


^{The main entrance to the mosque}


^{The windows of the mosque are beautifully shaped and large enough to allow sufficient light and air to enter the mosque}

Previously, there were a few columns in the mosque that looked really nice, but they are no longer there. Inside, the flooring is covered with white tiles, which I personally love, the clean white interior creates a very peaceful atmosphere for prayer.


^{A place for prayer next to the main entrance of the mosque}


^{This door remain closed when the air conditioning is running}


^{Beautiful and peaceful interior of the mosque}

The mosque is also equipped with modern facilities. A few weeks ago, air conditioners were installed and there are plenty of ceiling fans and excellent lighting. There are also many windows, allowing natural light and air to flow inside.


^{Two decorative panels featuring images of minarets and what appears to be the Kaaba in Mecca flank the mihrab. A wooden minbar, a raised platform from which the Imam delivers sermons, is visible to the right of the mihrab}


^{Digital clock and prayer schedule}

One of the things I really like is the digital clock inside. Right below it, there’s a display of the prayer timetable, making it easy for worshippers to know the exact prayer times and join the paryer on time.


^{The mosque is air-conditioned and has many ceiling fans}


^{The main gate looks amazing from the yard of the mosque}

Around the mosque, there are several trees and plants, which help keep the environment cooler and more serene. Truly, the Rahmat Nagar Shahi Jame Mosque is one of the most modern mosques in our town. Its spiritual value is beyond words.


^{The wall next to the mosque. The design work for the side wall of the mosque has been completed}


^{I like this beautiful structure on the wall}


^{This road, passing by the mosque, joins the main road}

I think maybe the development isn’t finished yet there are still some construction works left. In the coming days, the mosque will likely have even more facilities and features added, making it an even more beautiful and comfortable place for the prayer.

I warmly invite everyone to visit this mosque and experience offering a prayer here at least once.

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