Arifail Mosque
আরিফাইল মসজিদ
A Mughal-era domed brick mosque in a quiet village setting in Sarail.
At a glance
- Where
- Brahmanbaria district, Chattogram division
- From Dhaka
- 100 km to Brahmanbaria by road, 3–4 hours by bus or car
- Entry / cost
- Free
- Best time
- winter (Dec–Jan), spring (Feb–Mar) and late autumn (Oct–Nov)
- Time needed
- About 1 h
Times and costs are estimates from our planner and the prices we collected. Check before you go.
The Arifail mosque in Sarail upazila is a fine example of Mughal-period mosque architecture in eastern Bengal, with domes over a rectangular prayer hall. It is protected as an archaeological monument. Its rural setting makes it a peaceful stop.
How to get there
From Brahmanbaria town take a CNG to Sarail (about 30 minutes), then a local rickshaw to Arifail.
Good to know
It is an active mosque; avoid prayer times and dress modestly.
Common questions
Where is Arifail Mosque?
Arifail Mosque is in Brahmanbaria district, Chattogram division, Bangladesh. Brahmanbaria is about 100 km from Dhaka by road.
How do you get to Arifail Mosque from Dhaka?
First get to Brahmanbaria, roughly 3–4 hours from Dhaka by bus or car. Then: From Brahmanbaria town take a CNG to Sarail (about 30 minutes), then a local rickshaw to Arifail.
How much does it cost to visit Arifail Mosque?
Free.
When is the best time to visit Arifail Mosque?
The best time is winter (Dec–Jan), spring (Feb–Mar) and late autumn (Oct–Nov). Allow about 1 h for the visit.
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Place Titas River
Brahmanbaria · তিতাস নদীA slow, winding river of fishing boats and riverside villages, made famous by a classic Bengali novel.
Food Chhanamukhi
Brahmanbaria · ছানামুখীSmall, firm cubes of fried chhana coated in a thin crust of sugar, Brahmanbaria's signature sweet.
Food Titas and Haor Fish
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