Star Mosque (Tara Masjid)
Old Dhaka
An 18th-century mosque covered inside and out with a mosaic of blue stars and Japanese and English china tiles. One of Old Dhaka's most beautiful buildings.
Insider tips
Dress modestly (women should carry a scarf) and visit between prayers.
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