Nagore Dargah

Nagore Dargah is an Islamic shrine in Nagore, Tamil Nadu, that features five minarets and four entrance gates. The western minaret rises to approximately 131 feet (40 meters) and dominates the surrounding skyline.

The tomb was built in the 16th century for Sufi mystic Syed Abdul Qadir, who lived between 1490 and 1579. Over the centuries, rulers and devotees expanded the complex with additional structures and decorations.

The name Shahul Hamid comes from the Sufi saint whose veneration brings together Muslims and Hindus alike. Visitors often see people of both faiths laying flowers and lighting incense together.

The compound opens in the morning from 4 to 7 AM and in the evening from 6 to 10 PM. On Fridays there is an additional midday opening between noon and 2:30 PM for communal prayer.

A sacred pool called Shifa Gunta lies within the grounds and attracts pilgrims who perform ritual baths in its waters. The water is considered healing and is often taken home in small bottles.

Location: Nagapattinam district

Architectural style: Islamic architecture

Website: http://nagoredargahshariff.org

GPS coordinates: 10.81800,79.85800

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:20