Indo Islamic Heritage

Pir Baba

Pir Baba Dargah is a local Sufi shrine located in Shahberi, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh 201009, India. It serves as a spiritual centre where devotees gather to offer prayers, seek blessings, and pay respects at the tomb (mazar) of a revered saint known locally as Pir Baba.

Pir Baba Dargah in Shahberi is a locally venerated Sufi shrine reflecting the longstanding spiritual traditions of the region. The title “Pir Baba” denotes a respected spiritual guide or saint, whose resting place has become a site of devotion for residents of Shahberi and surrounding areas. Devotees visit the dargah to offer dua (supplication), place chadar (ceremonial cloth) over the tomb, light incense, and seek spiritual solace. Like many Sufi shrines in North India, the site may observe an annual Urs (death anniversary of the saint), which is commemorated with prayers, recitations, and community gatherings. Although Shahberi has rapidly urbanized in recent years due to NCR expansion, such shrines often predate modern development and form an important part of the locality’s cultural and spiritual heritage. The dargah may be visited not only by Muslims but also by people of diverse backgrounds, reflecting the inclusive character often associated with Sufi traditions.

Year of Built: Not Available

Address: JC8J+PWF, Shahberi, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh 201016

Country: India

State: Uttar Pradesh

District: Ghaziabad

Pincode: 201016

Longitude: 77.4359° E

Latitude: 28.6206° N