Golra Sharif Shrine
دربار گولڑہ شریف
The shrine of the Sufi saint Pir Mehr Ali Shah, with a white dome and richly colourful tilework. It is Islamabad's most important Sufi pilgrimage site.
Golra Sharif lies in western Islamabad and is the burial place of Pir Mehr Ali Shah, a 19th- to 20th-century Sufi scholar. The tomb has white and green domes, and its interior is decorated with mirror mosaics and coloured tiles. Pilgrims come daily to offer flowers and recite prayers, and during festivals, Sufi music events are held. Non-Muslims may visit. Shoes must be removed, dress should be modest, and women should wear headscarves. Do not take photos casually inside the prayer area. The Golra Railway Museum is nearby.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Golra Sharif Railway Museum
- Shah Allah Ditta Caves
- Faisal Mosque
- Daman-e-Koh
- Pakistan Monument
- Lok Virsa Heritage Museum
- Pakistan Museum of Natural History
- Saidpur Village