Hajiganj Fort

Nice historical place. Many more to learn on visit. The then powerful estate uses it as a self defense fort from the enemy.

Hajiganj Fort 09/09/2022
We left by bike at 7:00 am to visit the sights of Narayanganj from Mirpur 2 of Dhaka. We reached Hajiganj fort at approximately 8:15 am. We reached here without any difficulty following the Google map directions. It is open to public. We left the bike next to the fort and entered through the main gate. There is a field in the middle of Hajiganj fort which is now used as a playground for the locals. We saw the locals playing cricket inside the field.But they help us to explore. Hajiganj Fort is a water fort built during the Mughal period. It is located on the west bank of Sheetalkhya River in Hajiganj area of ​​Narayanganj district of Bangladesh. It is also known as Khizirpur Fort. This Hajiganj Fort is one of the three water forts that were built before the seventeenth century to protect Dhaka city.

Good place to go back to the past!

Hajiganj Fort also called Khizrpur Fort, situated at Hajiganj locality of Narayanganj on the western bank of the Sitalakshya. Having the characteristics of a water fort, it was originally built just at the point where the old Buriganga discharged into the Sitalakshya. It may have been built soon after Islam Khan established the Mughal capital at Dhaka, and was intended to countercept the raids of the Magh and Portuguese pirates.

Wonderful historical place.

It's a historical place.and we have Passed a great time on this fort

Hajiganj Fort is an great example of historical place. Govt. should preserve this place. It can become a good tourist place...

Great historical place! But need to be more tidy and well maintained

Its historical place named as Hajiganj Fort. So far established on time of Mughal's empire. Some of Locals said that it was used as jail on that time where pirates were being locked up for their judgment from ruler.some others said that it was used for troops parade ground.
You can visit this place easily by rickshaw or by walking from Chasara, Narayanganj. Or if you come through river you can also visit by
Rickshaw or by walik. No certain area for car parking. No wheel chair accessibility and no parking area. Entrance is free. Very nice place to enjoy your afternoon time. But it is vere small area. Hence if there is huge crowd at afternoon you can lose your hope of quiescence. At morning there is no crowd at all.

It's a historical places. it's very good place.

It is a historical place build at 1610 to 1650 by mir jumla or subedar Islam Khan to protect capital Dhaka from the pirates.

Haziganj Fort is a very nice historical place where many visitors or travelers come to visit. It is in Narayanganj District in Bangladesh.

It's a heritage site of Bangladesh. Beautiful fort with a beautiful field inside. It’s really an amazing place to visit.

A heritage that describes the value of city of Narayanganj. This thing presents the value of Narayanganj city started back in hundreds of years ago. In our country there's only 3 remaining Highly fortified Mughal Water Forts. And two of them are still standing high in Narayanganj. Makes me always wonder what kind of importance was Narayanganj holding That it needed two massive forts !!!

Hajiganj Fort is a historical fort in Narayanganj on the western bank of Shitalakshya River. It is also known as Khizirpur fort. The builder of the fort is disputed. According to some historians, it was built by Mughal Subadar Islam Khan, while others say that it was built by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's representative Subadar Mir Jumla.
Though the purpose of the fort is clear. It was built to protect Dhaka and Narayanganj from pirate attacks. At that time, Narayanganj was the capital of the eastern part of Bengal.
The fort doesn't have any inscription that says when it was built, but historians think that it was built in either 1610 or 1650 AD. It was renovated in various stages to bring it to its present state.

Hajiganj Fort is one of the historical place in the list of archeological division of Bangladesh. Its situated just beside Nabiganj Ferry Ghat, Narayanganj. People can visit there from CTG road to Nabiganj Ferry Ghat or from Narayanganj to Nabiganj Ferry Ghat.
People also known it by Khijirpur Fort but my suggestion is to ask people where is KELLAR MAJAR and they will easily understand and show you the way.

A historical place.

History: Built in the 17th century by Mughal general Mir Jumla, the fort was used to protect the city of Dhaka from Portuguese and Arakanese pirates.
Features: The fort is quadrangular in shape and has a pentagonal curtain wall with bastions. There are also musketry holes and an observation tower.
Current condition: The fort is in ruins, but it is still an important historical site.
Visiting hours: The fort is open to the public from 9am to 5pm.
Hajiganj Fort is a popular tourist destination in Bangladesh. It is a great place to learn about the history of the region and to see some of the remaining ruins of the fort.

Here are some things to keep in mind if you are planning to visit Hajiganj Fort:

The fort is located in a rural area, so it is important to be prepared for the heat and humidity.
There are no facilities at the fort, so you will need to bring your own water and snacks.
The fort is not well-maintained, so be careful when exploring the ruins.
I hope this information is helpful.

Popular tourst spot in Narayangonj. This historical fort was made by Mughol Subeder Islam khan for protecting his area from portuguese pirate. There was an observation tower in the south east corner of the fort.

All types of tea are available here and while drinking tea you can see the natural scenery of Meghna river.