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Hardinge Bridge

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 The Hardinge Bridge is a historic railway bridge located in Bangladesh, spanning the mighty Padma River. With its rich history and architectural significance, it has become an iconic landmark in the region. In this blog post, we will delve into the fascinating history of the Hardinge Bridge, exploring its construction, purpose, and impact on transportation. The story of the Hardinge Bridge begins in the early 20th century during the British colonial period in Bangladesh, then known as British India. The bridge was erected to connect the districts of Rajbari and Faridpur, serving as a vital link for railways and facilitating the movement of goods and people. Construction of the bridge commenced in 1910 and was completed in 1915, under the guidance of renowned British engineer Sir Robert Gailes. The bridge owes its name to Lord Hardinge, the Viceroy of India from 1910 to 1916, during whose tenure it was constructed. Lord Hardinge's vision was to enhance transportation and connectivi
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Chota Sona Masjid

   Who doesn't like to travel? And if it is the country's old historical monuments! Which is also playing an important role in the foreign trade of the country as it is a land port. I was talking about Chota Sona Masjid in Shahbazpur Union of Shibganj Upazila of Chapai Nawabganj District which is located in the north-west of Bangladesh. Which has remained intact as the pride of Sultanate architecture for almost 500 years. History of Chota Sona Masjid :: Chota Sona Masjid was built by a person named Wali Mohammad during the reign of Sultan Alauddin Hussain Shah [1494-1519 AD]. This information is known from an inscription found on the middle door of the mosque. However, the date portion of the inscription is broken, so the date of construction is not known. When the sun shines on the walls of the mosque, it sparkles. Hence it is known as Sona Masjid. But due to lack of adequate care it has turned coppery. It is known as Chota Sona Masjid as there is another large Sona Masjid nea
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Location: R47V+F7R, Z6801, Shahabazpur, Bangladesh
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