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Dargah Hz Sayyed Shafi Shah R.A (also referred to as Dargah Hazrat Sayyed Shafi Shah) is a local revered shrine and dargah in the Basai Mohammadpur area of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a spiritual site dedicated to the Sufi saint Hazrat Sayyed Shafi Shah (R.A), attracting devotees from the local Muslim community and beyond for ziyarat (pilgrimage), prayers, and seeking blessings. This modest local dargah exemplifies the rich tradition of Sufi shrines in Uttar Pradesh, promoting peace and devotion.
The Dargah of Hazrat Sayyed Shafi Shah R.A is a cherished local Islamic shrine located in the village of Basai Mohammadpur (often shortened to Mohammadpur), in the Firozabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India. This dargah is dedicated to the revered Sufi saint Hazrat Sayyed Shafi Shah (Rahmatullah Alaih), whose tomb serves as a focal point for spiritual solace, dua (supplications), and community gatherings. As a typical local dargah in rural Uttar Pradesh, it reflects the enduring Sufi heritage in the region, where saints are venerated for their piety, miracles, and role in spreading Islamic teachings and harmony. While detailed historical records about the saint's life and the shrine's origins are limited in widely available sources, it stands as a modest yet significant pilgrimage spot for locals and nearby residents. Devotees visit to offer prayers, especially during Urs (annual commemoration) or on Thursdays and Fridays, when qawwalis or milad may be held, fostering a sense of unity and faith. The site underscores the cultural importance of Sufi dargahs in India as centers of interfaith respect and spiritual healing.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 3CJ3+XMC, Basaimohammadpur, Uttar Pradesh 283203
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Firozabad
Pincode: 283203
Longitude: 78.40°E
Latitude: 27.15°N