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Eid al-Fitr: Exploring The Mosques Of Kolkata

Explore some of the most fascinating mosques in Kolkata, from the surreal beauty of the Nakhoda Masjid to the simplicity of the city's oldest mosque built in memory of a saint from Iraq who settled in Kolkata many centuries ago

Nakhoda Masjid in the old Chitpur neighbourhood of Kolkata Photo: Kakoli Dey/Shutterstock
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The captivating city of Kolkata is known for its rich cultural heritage. On your next visit, explore its trail of historic Islamic architecture in its mosques, each with unique architectural elements that distinguish them.

Here is a guide to some of the most interesting mosques in the City of Joy—from the grandeur of the Nakhoda Masjid to the simplicity of the oldest mosque in Kolkata, built in memory of a saint from Iraq who settled here centuries ago.

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