Tantipara Mosque
তাঁতিপাড়া মসজিদ
A mosque built in 1480 in the weavers' quarter, with terracotta reliefs considered the finest in Gaur, though its roof has collapsed.
Tantipara means “weavers' quarter”. The mosque was built around 1480 and was originally a large prayer hall with two rows of five bays and ten domes. Its roof has now completely collapsed, leaving only the outer walls, arches and column bases. Yet the terracotta reliefs on the walls, showing creepers, hanging lamps and geometric patterns, are extremely fine, and many scholars regard them as the highest achievement of Gaur's brick carving. The site lies south of the citadel area, sees few visitors, and is free to visit.
Opening hours
Sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Lattan Mosque
- Gumti Darwaza
- Chamkati Masjid
- Qadam Rasul Mosque
- Firoz Minar
- Kotwali Darwaza
- Dakhil Darwaza
- Baro Sona Masjid