Piran Kaliyar,
also known as Kaliyar Sharif is burial site of famous sufi saint Allauddin Ali
Ahmed Sabir. Near Haridwar this place attracts millions of devotees from around
the world. It is about 20 km away from Haridwar and only 10km from the Roorkee.
The shrine is believed to make the wishes of its devotees fulfilled. The tomb
of the dargah was built by Ibrahim Lodhi.The tomb has open grills which allow
the air to move freely in the complex. The saints are considered to be Allah’s messenger
and people want to be buried near the Shrine when they die. The tomb contains
the graves of numerous followers of Saint PiranKaliyar. Many shops have sprung
up around the shrine selling the merchandise and souvenirs. The place faces
rush during the ‘urs’,the festival celebrating the Saint’s death anniversary.
How to reach
PiranKaliyar
Train -Nearest
railway station is Roorkee
Road -Buses from
Haridwar and Roorkee.
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