Prayer times – Bāndarban

Muslim Presence in Bāndarban Bāndarban, a district town in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh, has a long-standing Muslim community that has grown over generations. The city's population includes a significant number of Muslims who have settled here, contributing to the local culture and daily life. The Muslim presence is evident through the establishment of mosques and Islamic centers that serve the spiritual needs of the community.

Community Implantation and Mosques The Muslim community in Bāndarban is well-served by several mosques and prayer places. Notable among them is the Bandarban Sadar Upazila Model Mosque & Islamic Cultural Center, located on Rangamati - Bandarban Road, which serves as a central place of worship. Other mosques such as Baitur Rahman Jame Masjid and Ban Chaya Mosque are also present in the area. Additionally, the Bandarban Central Mosque Pond is a local landmark. The mapped prayer places indicate a widespread presence of Islamic worship facilities throughout the city and its surroundings.

Prayer Time Orientation Muslims in Bāndarban observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the local timezone Asia/Dhaka. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings. The Qibla direction for Bāndarban is oriented towards Mecca, and the distance to the Kaaba is approximately 5,000 kilometers. This information helps worshippers align their prayers correctly.