Indo Islamic Heritage
Nearest Railway Station: Anantapur Railway Station — approximately 3 km Nearest Major Bus Stand: Anantapur APSRTC Bus Stand — approximately 2.5 km Nearest Airport: Kempegowda International Airport — approximately 210 km
Chand Saheb Dargah is a revered Sufi shrine (dargah) located in Kamalanagar, Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh (PIN 515001). Dargahs are sacred sites built over the tombs of Sufi saints or pious figures, and they play an important role in the spiritual and cultural life of local Muslim communities. Chand Saheb Dargah serves as a place of devotion, prayer, and remembrance for followers of Sufi traditions as well as many other visitors. At dargahs, devotees commonly perform duʿā (supplication), ziyārah (visits), and recitation of Qur’ān and naats, seeking blessings, spiritual solace, and guidance. The shrine is often associated with the memory and legacy of a saintly personality known locally as Chand Saheb, whose life and teachings continue to inspire devotion among people in the region. While the precise historic dates tied to the saint’s life may not be widely documented, the dargah’s continued presence reflects longstanding Sufi devotional culture, religious coexistence, and community heritage in Anantapur. In addition to its spiritual significance, Chand Saheb Dargah often serves as a center for charity (sadaqah), communal gatherings, and intergenerational continuity of religious remembrance, especially during annual commemorations (urs) and other local observances. Architecturally, it is typically designed to provide space for prayer, reflection, and the preservation of the saint’s resting place in a dignified and accessible manner.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Kamalanagar, Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh 515001
Country: India
State: Andhra Pradesh
District: Anantapur
Pincode: 515001
Longitude: 77.6029° E
Latitude: 14.6780° N