Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah, Meerut
| Location | Meerut, Meerut (Map 📍) |
| Entry Fee / Ticket Price | No Entry Fee |
| Opening & Closing Time | The Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah opening and closing timing is 08:00 AM – 06:00 PM |
| Opening & Closing Days | The Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah is open every day for visitors |
| Place Type | Mosques, Monument |
| Place visit with | Solo, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters |
| Best time to visit | September, October, November, December |
| Nearest Metro Station |
About Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah
Shahpir's Tomb is one of the popular monuments of Meerut which is considered to be the oldest tomb of North India. The monument was built in honor of Shahpir by Nur Jahan in 1628 during the Mughal period. Shahpir was the physician and advisor to Emperor Jahangir's teacher Nur Jahan. The monument, the adjoining pillars and the lush green gardens all around make Shapir a must see in the city.
Interesting facts about Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah
- It is believed that the structure went into plan within 24 hours of Shahpir's death.
- It is one of the oldest tombs (450 years old) and has been around even before the construction of the Taj Mahal.
- Despite this tomb having an open roof, the rain water does not reach the main tomb.
- There are two different theories on why the structure is incomplete. One of them is that Jahangir left for the war in Kashmir where he breathed his last. and, the fall of another Nur Jahan with the saint, thereby ordering the construction to stop.
How to reach Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah
By Rail:- It is 4 km away from main railway junction.
By Road:- There are frequent buses, auto rickshaws and taxi services also available by which you can reach Shapir.
Nearby famous places
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- Draupadi-ki-Rasoi
- Mustafa Castle
- Augharnath Temple
- Shapir
- Hastinapur
- Shaheed Smarak
- St John's Church Meerut
- Digambar Jain Temple
Frequently asked questions about Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah:
𝒜. It is located at Meerut, Meerut.
𝒜. You should visit Shahpeer Sahab ki Dargah during September, October, November, December months for best experience.
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📅 Last update: 2024-07-15 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan
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