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History Of Chika Mosque
Malda , West Bengal, India
The Chika Mosque is a monument of profound historical and architectural interest, despite its relatively small size compared to the colossal Baroduari and Adina mosques. Located within the heart of the Gour ruins complex, the mosque is believed to have been built in $1486 ext{ AD}$ by Sultan Yusuf Shah or later in the early 16th century. Its name, "Chika" (meaning "bats" or "bats-house"), is a popular local moniker earned centuries ago when the mosque was abandoned and became a nesting place for bats, but historically, its original name is not definitively known. The structure stands out because of its heavily decorated fa ade and the reuse of older Hindu temple stones, a practice common in the Bengal Sultanate architecture that provides a fascinating insight into the use of available materials. The mosque is rectangular, featuring a single, large prayer chamber that was originally covered by a single dome, though the dome is now completely missing. The most striking element is the exquisitely carved stone lintel over the central entrance, which exhibits figures of pre-Islamic deities though heavily defaced clearly indicating its origin from an earlier Hindu structure. This reuse of older religious materials in a new Islamic context makes the Chika Mosque a key site for studying the complex cultural and political transitions of the period. Moreover, the remaining brick and terracotta work on the structure's walls, though fragmented, reveals a high level of craftsmanship, particularly the intricately carved niches (mihrabs) inside. The monument is situated in a quieter part of the Gour complex, offering a more serene and contemplative experience than the major gateways or the larger mosque ruins. The intricate designs, coupled with the mysterious name, make the Chika Mosque a compelling stop for any visitor to the Malda ruins. Its historical narrative, blending political might with architectural resourcefulness, is a microcosm of the entire Gour story.
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