Dargah-e-Aala Hazrat

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Location: Bhoor, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh 243003, India

Estimated Visiting Time: 1 to 2 hours as per your exploration.

Dargah-E-Aala Hazrat, is also known as Bareilly Sharif Dargah. It is a monument to Ahmad Raza Khan Barelvi, an Islamic scholar and polymath of the 19th century. He was the best known for his staunch opposition to the Wahhabism movement in India.
The dargah is situated in Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India. Shah Mehmood Jaan Qadri was beautifully designed the dome of the dargah. It has an unique structural feature which is eye-catching. He was used matchsticks in it’s construction. In 2014, when the death anniversary of Ahmad Raza Khan was celebrated at Dargah-e-Aala Hazrat, the Muslim clerics slandered the Talibani terrorism and their ideology of Wahhabism. Once upon a time, the dargah is the actual place for the Urs-E-Razavi but it is now celebrated in different countries of the world to avoid the large crowds and the gathering of many Islamic scholars.

Attraction

The main attraction of the dargah is Urs-E-Razvi, which is the death anniversary of Ahmad Raza Khan. It is a three-day program. During this occasion, people from various countries and many Islamic scholars gathered there. They seek blessings. It is a time of spiritual reflection. It attracts scholars and attracts large crowds. The dargah help it’s believers to spread love, to keep patience, increasing tolerance and developing understanding. They remember the teachings of Ahmad Raza Khan Barelvi.

History

Ahmad Raza Khan Barelvi was born on 14th June 1856 in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India. He was popularly known as A’la Hazrat. He was an Indian Islamic scholar, preacher, poet, and theologian. He stands strongly opposed to the theology of Wahhabism. Dargah-e-Aala Hazrat was built to recall the renowned Islamic scholar Ahmad Raza Khan Barelvi in 1921. Every year, it celebrates the three-days-long anniversary of the death of Ahmad Raza Khan Barelvi.

Inside/Outside Views

The outside view of Dargah-e-Aala Hazrat is alluring. It has a unique architectural feature that can attract people from all spheres of life. Intricate architecture welcomes the pilgrims cordially. It stands as a symbol of unity. When you enter into the dargah, you can feel deep peace and spiritual satisfaction. You’ll get the opportunity to pay homage to the great Islamic scholar and polymath Ahmad Raza Khan Barelvi. The entire atmosphere is quite which is filled with much love, devotion and the echoes of heartfelt exhortations.

Opening Hours

Saturday 6AM- 11PM

Sunday 6AM- 11PM

Monday 6AM- 11PM

Tuesday 6AM- 11PM

Wednesday 6AM- 11PM

Thursday 6AM- 11PM

Friday 6AM- 11PM (Hours might differ)

Entry & Others Fees

No entry fee is needed

Near Restaurants

Near Hotels

How to Reach

By Air: Pantnagar Airport is the nearest airport to the Dargah-e-Aala Hazrat. It is approximately 40km away from Bareilly. In Bareilly, work on a civil airport is underway.

By Road: The location of Bareilly is at National Highways 24. Major cities like Agra, Lucknow, Delhi, Nainital, Haridwar, etc. are well connected to it. Bareilly Satellite Bus Station is 1.5 km away from the Dargah. You can get any local taxis or cabs to reach your desired destination very easily.

By Train: Bareilly is well-connected by train with every part of India. The closest station to the Dargah is the Northern Railway Station. Bareilly Junction Railway Station is about 9.5 km away from the Dargah.
There are cars, taxis, and local buses available to reach there.

Tips for Travellers

First, you should remember that you are going to visit a religious place.
Please cover your head and shoulders while visiting the Dargah. Try to wear modest but respective dresses.
Put off your shoes before entering the premises. It will be a sign of reverence.
November to February, which means winter is the best time to visit the Dargah. It will give you pleasant weather throughout the visit.
Don’t forget to seek blessings from Ahmad Raza Khan, the reverent saint of the Dargah.
Bareilly is famous for Its delicious street foods. So, don’t miss the food.
Try to explore the local markets.
Carry your necessary papers, water bottles, medicines, and other emergency contacts.
Maintain the guidelines given by the Dargah authorities.
Take care of yourself and your belongings.