Ziyarat of the Saliheen
Visiting the graves of the righteous (Saliheen) is a means of remembering Allah, seeking His mercy, and connecting with the spiritual legacy of those who lived in obedience to Him. The Prophet ﷺ encouraged visiting graves as it reminds the heart of the Hereafter. When we remember the Saliheen and make du‘a for them, we hope that Allah will show us His kindness and grant us a share of their blessings. May Allah fill our hearts with love for His friends and accept our ziyarat.
International Ziyarat / Makbara
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
Madinah, Saudi Arabia
The final Messenger and Prophet of Allah , and the beloved Messenger of Islam. He was sent as a mercy to the worlds and conveyed the final revelation of the Qur’an. His blessed resting place is in Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah, where millions of Muslims visit to offer Salam and send blessings upon him .
Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (رضي الله عنه)
Najaf, Iraq
The cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet ﷺ, the fourth Rightly Guided Caliph, and the gate of knowledge. His blessed Makbara in Najaf is one of the most sacred and visited places in the Muslim world. Countless people come here seeking nearness to Allah through the love of Ahl al-Bayt.
Imam Hussain ibn Ali (رضي الله عنه)
Karbala, Iraq
The beloved grandson of the Prophet ﷺ and the leader of the youth of Paradise. His Makbara in Karbala stands as a powerful symbol of sacrifice, truth and resistance against oppression. Millions visit every year to renew their love for the Ahl al-Bayt and to seek the mercy of Allah.
Sheikh Abdul Qadir al-Jilani (رحمة الله عليه)
Baghdad, Iraq
The great Ghaus-e-Azam, founder of the Qadiri path. His mausoleum in Baghdad is one of the most visited spiritual sites in the Muslim world. Devotees from every continent come seeking barakah, healing and spiritual elevation.
Junaid al-Baghdadi (رحمة الله عليه)
Baghdad, Iraq
One of the greatest early Sufi masters, known as Sayyid al-Ta’ifa. His teachings on sobriety, sincerity and pure tawhid shaped classical tasawwuf. His resting place continues to inspire seekers of the path of knowledge and spiritual refinement.
Imam Muhammad ibn Idris al-Shafi‘i (رحمة الله عليه)
Cairo, Egypt
The great Imam and founder of the Shafi‘i school of jurisprudence. One of the four major Imams of Ahl al-Sunnah. His blessed mausoleum in Cairo is a centre of knowledge, reverence and ziyarat, visited by scholars and devotees from across the world who seek the barakah of this immense scholar of the Ummah.
Maulana Rumi (رحمة الله عليه)
Konya, Turkey
The beloved Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi, author of the Mathnawi. His mausoleum (Yeşil Türbe) is a major centre of spiritual gathering where the message of divine love continues to draw hearts from every corner of the world.
Imam al-Ghazali (رحمة الله عليه)
Tus, Iran
Hujjat al-Islam, the great reviver of the religious sciences. His resting place remains a destination for students of knowledge and seekers who wish to honour the scholar who reconciled outward law with inward purification.
Indian Ziyarat / Makbara
Khaja Gareeb Nawaz (رحمة الله عليه)
Ajmer, Rajasthan, India
The beloved Khwaja of Ajmer, whose dargah is one of the most visited spiritual centres in India. People of every background come seeking peace, barakah and fulfilment of needs.
Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya (رحمة الله عليه)
Delhi, India
The great Chishti saint of Delhi whose teachings of love, service and remembrance continue to draw seekers to his peaceful dargah.
Mahim Dargah (رحمة الله عليه)
Mumbai, India
Haji Ali Dargah (رحمة الله عليه)
Mumbai, India
A unique dargah situated in the sea, known for its spiritual atmosphere and the devotion of countless visitors.
Baba Tajuddeen (رحمة الله عليه)
Nagpur, India
Veliyamkode Ummer Kazi (رحمة الله عليه)
Kerala, India
Mamburam Makam (رحمة الله عليه)
Kerala, India
Sheikh Muhyuddin Muttupetta Makkam (رحمة الله عليه)
Muttupetta, Thiruvarur District, Tamil Nadu, India
The Muttupetta Makkam is a revered Sufi Makbara associated with Sheikh Muhyuddin, a local saint in the Qadiri tradition known for his spiritual power, compassion and miracles. It serves as a sanctuary of peace where devotees from all faiths seek blessings, healing and spiritual solace through dhikr and vows at the saint’s mausoleum. The site reflects the syncretic Sufi heritage of coastal Tamil Nadu.
CM Madvoor (رحمة الله عليه)
Kerala, India
Hazrat Tipu Sultan (رحمة الله عليه)
Srirangapatna (near Mysore), India
The Tiger of Mysore – remembered for his courage, justice and defence of the faith. His resting place continues to be visited by those who honour his legacy.
Ibrahim Badusha (رحمة الله عليه)
Tamil Nadu, India
Ibrahim Badusha (رحمة الله عليه) was a revered spiritual figure known for helping people suffering from mental distress and those affected by evil spirits. Many sought his blessings and guidance, believing his prayers brought peace, healing and relief. His legacy continues to inspire faith and hope.
Sayyid Muhammad Shareeful Madani (رحمة الله عليه)
Ullal, Karnataka, India
A revered saint who came from Madina to spread Islam and peace in South India. The Ullal Dargah near Mangalore is known for its spiritual power and attracts thousands of devotees every year.
Table Alam Badusha (رحمة الله عليه)
Tamil Nadu, India
Bardan Thangal (رحمة الله عليه)
Kerala, India
Abrahamic Prophets / Ziyarat
Places associated with the prophets mentioned in the Qur’an and the Abrahamic tradition.
Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) عليه السلام
Hebron, Palestine
Prophet Ibrahim (عليه السلام) is one of the greatest prophets of Allah and a central figure in the Abrahamic tradition. He is known for his unwavering faith, devotion to Allah, and his role in establishing the foundations of the Ka‘bah with his son Ismail (عليهما السلام).
Prophet Ismail (Ishmael) عليه السلام
Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Prophet Ismail (عليه السلام), son of Prophet Ibrahim (عليه السلام), was known for his patience, obedience and truthfulness. He assisted his father in raising the foundations of the Ka‘bah and is closely connected with the sacred history of Makkah.
Prophet Ishaq (Isaac) عليه السلام
Hebron, Palestine
Prophet Ishaq (عليه السلام) was the son of Prophet Ibrahim (عليه السلام) and the father of Prophet Yaqub (عليه السلام). Allah blessed him with prophethood and made righteousness and guidance continue through his descendants.
Prophet Yaqub (Jacob) عليه السلام
Hebron, Palestine
Prophet Yaqub (عليه السلام), also known as Israel, was the son of Prophet Ishaq (عليه السلام) and the father of Prophet Yusuf (عليه السلام). He was known for his patience, trust in Allah and steadfastness during hardship.
Prophet Yusuf (Joseph) عليه السلام
Hebron / Palestine
Prophet Yusuf (عليه السلام) was the son of Prophet Yaqub (عليه السلام). His life is beautifully detailed in Surah Yusuf, including his trials, patience, forgiveness and eventual rise to authority in Egypt.
Prophet Musa (Moses) عليه السلام
Sinai / Egypt / Palestine
Prophet Musa (عليه السلام) was one of the greatest messengers of Allah. Allah spoke to him and gave him the Tawrah. He was sent to Pharaoh and called the Children of Israel to worship Allah alone.
Prophet Harun (Aaron) عليه السلام
Sinai / Palestine
Prophet Harun (عليه السلام) was the brother and companion of Prophet Musa (عليه السلام). Allah appointed him as a prophet and helper to Musa in calling Pharaoh and the Children of Israel towards the worship of Allah.
Prophet Dawud (David) عليه السلام
Jerusalem, Palestine
Prophet Dawud (عليه السلام) was both a prophet and a king. Allah granted him wisdom, judgment and the Zabur. He is remembered for his worship, justice, beautiful recitation and devotion to Allah.
Prophet Sulayman (Solomon) عليه السلام
Jerusalem, Palestine
Prophet Sulayman (عليه السلام) was the son of Prophet Dawud (عليه السلام). Allah granted him a unique kingdom, wisdom and extraordinary abilities. He ruled with justice and constantly acknowledged the blessings of Allah.
Prophet Ilyas (Elijah) عليه السلام
Levant
Prophet Ilyas (عليه السلام) called his people away from the worship of false gods and towards the worship of Allah alone. The Qur’an praises him among the righteous servants of Allah.
Prophet Al-Yasa (Elisha) عليه السلام
Levant
Prophet Al-Yasa (عليه السلام) was among the righteous prophets mentioned in the Qur’an. He continued the call towards faith and obedience to Allah among the Children of Israel.
Prophet Yunus (Jonah) عليه السلام
Nineveh, Iraq
Prophet Yunus (عليه السلام) was sent to the people of Nineveh. After leaving his people, he was tested in the belly of the great fish and called upon Allah in repentance. Allah accepted his supplication and saved him.
Prophet Zakariyya (Zechariah) عليه السلام
Jerusalem, Palestine
Prophet Zakariyya (عليه السلام) was a righteous prophet who devoted himself to worship and served the sacred sanctuary. He supplicated to Allah for a righteous child despite his old age.
Prophet Yahya (John the Baptist) عليه السلام
Jerusalem, Palestine
Prophet Yahya (عليه السلام) was the son of Prophet Zakariyya (عليه السلام). Allah granted him wisdom and purity from a young age. He was known for righteousness, devotion and courage in upholding the truth.
Prophet Isa (Jesus) عليه السلام
Jerusalem / Palestine
Prophet Isa (عليه السلام) was born miraculously to Maryam (عليها السلام). Allah sent him as a messenger to the Children of Israel and gave him the Injil. Muslims believe that he is a mighty prophet and Messiah, and that he was not crucified but was raised by Allah.
Historic Islamic Mosques
Masjid al-Haram
Makkah, Saudi Arabia
The holiest mosque in Islam, surrounding the Ka‘bah. It is the direction of prayer (Qibla) for all Muslims and the destination of Hajj and Umrah. Continuously expanded over the centuries, it remains the spiritual heart of the Ummah.
Masjid an-Nabawi
Madinah, Saudi Arabia
Built by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself. It contains his blessed resting place along with the graves of Abu Bakr and Umar (رضي الله عنهما). One of the most visited and spiritually significant mosques in the world.
Masjid al-Aqsa
Jerusalem (Al-Quds)
The third holiest site in Islam and the first Qibla of the Muslims. Part of the larger Al-Haram al-Sharif complex. Deeply connected to the Isra and Mi‘raj of the Prophet ﷺ.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Completed in 2007 and named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder of the United Arab Emirates. Famous for its brilliant white marble, grand domes, elegant minarets, vast prayer hall, Swarovski chandeliers, and the world-renowned hand-knotted carpet. It is one of the most iconic examples of modern Islamic architecture.
Al Bidya Mosque
Al Bidya, Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
The oldest existing mosque in the UAE, traditionally dated to around 1446 CE. Built in the historic village of Al Bidya, the mosque is renowned for its distinctive four-domed roof and simple traditional architecture. It remains an important historical and religious landmark in the Emirates.
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque
Muscat, Oman
The largest mosque in Oman and one of the country’s most important Islamic landmarks. Commissioned by Sultan Qaboos bin Said and inaugurated in 2001, the mosque is renowned for its magnificent Islamic architecture, grand prayer hall, enormous crystal chandelier, and one of the world’s largest hand-woven Persian carpets. It serves as a major center of worship and a prominent symbol of Oman’s Islamic heritage.
Mosque of Amr ibn al-As
Cairo, Egypt
The first mosque built in Egypt and Africa (641–642 CE). Established by the companion Amr ibn al-As (رضي الله عنه) after the conquest of Egypt. A living link to the early generations of Islam.
Great Mosque of Kairouan
Kairouan, Tunisia
Founded around 670 CE by Uqba ibn Nafi. One of the most important mosques in the Maghreb and a major centre of Islamic learning for centuries. Its minaret is among the oldest in the world.
Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Blue Mosque)
Istanbul, Turkey
Built between 1609–1616 by Sultan Ahmed I. Famous for its cascading domes, six minarets, and exquisite blue Iznik tiles. One of the masterpieces of Ottoman architecture.
Jama Masjid
Delhi, India
Commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and completed in 1656. One of the largest mosques in India, it stands as a magnificent example of Mughal architecture and a major centre of worship.
Quba Mosque
Madinah, Saudi Arabia
The first mosque built by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ upon his arrival in Madinah during the Hijrah. Praying two rak‘ahs here carries special reward according to authentic narrations.