Sanctuaire d'Abu Bakr al-Shibli, Sufi grave in Baghdad, Iraq
The sanctuaire d'Abu Bakr al-Shibli contains the remains of a prominent Islamic scholar within the al-Khayzaran Cemetery, marked by traditional architectural elements.
Abu Bakr al-Shibli, born in Samarra in 861 and deceased in Baghdad in 946, served as a high official before dedicating his life to spiritual pursuits.
The grave receives regular visits from people seeking connection with Islamic heritage through prayer and reflection at this memorial site.
The sanctuary maintains specific visiting hours and requires visitors to follow Islamic customs, including appropriate dress and respectful behavior during prayers.
During his lifetime, Al-Shibli underwent a transformation from wealth to asceticism, surviving multiple attempts at self-immolation without physical harm.
Location: Baghdad
GPS coordinates: 33.37118,44.35704
Latest update: March 30, 2025 16:33
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