Shahi Eidgah

The Shahi Eidgah sits on a low hill in the northeast of the city and is one of Sylhet's most impressive Mughal-era monuments. The complex consists of a long stepped terrace, an enclosed prayer area, a mihrab niche, and surrounding gardens, all in a coherent late-Mughal style adapted to the local sandstone.

Outside of Eid, the Eidgah is quiet and easy to visit; the climb to the terrace gives one of the best views over the city. Pilgrims do come on Thursdays and during other festivals. Modest dress required; remove shoes before entering the prayer area.

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Built in 1700 by the Mughal subahdar Farhad Khan, the Shahi Eidgah is one of the largest open-air prayer grounds in the subcontinent — its terraces can hold an estimated 100,000 worshippers, which fills up during the two Eid prayers and gives the city its largest annual gathering.