Data Durbar Complex

The Data Durbar Complex is a mausoleum in Lahore Pakistan built from white marble with prayer halls and a large courtyard. The central tomb sits beneath a dome surrounded by columns and walkways where visitors pray or sit quietly.

Sultan Zakiruddin Ibrahim commissioned the shrine in the 11th century to honor Sufi saint Ali Hujwiri who worked as a spiritual teacher in the region. Since then the complex has been expanded and renovated several times but kept its central role for pilgrims.

The name Data Ganj Bakhsh means 'bestower of spiritual treasure' a title given to the Sufi saint whose teachings drew followers across Central Asia. The free kitchen continues this tradition of generosity by serving simple meals to anyone who enters.

The shrine receives between thirty thousand and sixty thousand visitors daily who enter at any hour. Women and men use separate areas and modest clothing is expected.

A network of underground chambers lies beneath the main tomb and is used by caretakers for quiet devotion. The dome was decorated with mirror mosaics that catch light and brighten the interior space.

Location: Lahore

Architectural style: modern architecture

GPS coordinates: 31.57900,74.30470

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:49