All our hopes were pinned on such shrines. Mythology and folk lore are really so beautiful and its amazing that people remember the traditions which are then being passed on to the next generations. I am indebted to Namrata for passing on all of this to put up on my blog. The bit about women not entering is there in some Hindu temples as well all over India – its just something a part of the religion and the aspect followed in that particular shrine. It is a famous place of pilgrimage since ancient times. The hill is surrounded by almond orchards, which make a lovely sight during April when the trees blossom, heralding the advent of spring in Kashmir. Very insightful! However, there are some Sufi shrines where women cannot enter, they just have to limit themselves to the main door. Tsrar-e-Shareef is the most revered and loved Sufi Islamic shrine of all Kashmiris. All the religious places in Srinagar, especially shrines, buzzed all day with a considerable number of people. Thats great to hear Natasha- hope you get to visit them soon! The site has two imposing temples, the larger one of Lord Siva - Avantisvara is marked by huge walls, some half a mile beneath the town on the outskirts of village Jaubror. The approach to the temple is through a high security area which houses many VVIPs. A mosque established by him at Shey (near Leh) attracts devotees from far and wide. Kashmir is no exception. Most of the people would have heard of Anantnag in South Kashmir.
I had the good fortune of visiting Kheer Bhawani in 1987 when I was visiting my relatives posted in Ganderbal. Our endeavour to pursue free and fair journalism is possible only when we are both editorially and financially sound.
This shrine is named after the popular Sufi saint from Bukhara in Uzbekistan, Syed Baha-ud-Din Naqshband the founder of a Naqshbandi Sufi order. After staying in Kashmir for many years, he left for Central Asia via Ladakh. He lived and meditated at this location, which became the site of his tomb and a shrine. This shrine has a big minaret and inside the shrine is the Noor Khwan where the grave of the Sufi saint lies. Our endeavour to pursue free and fair journalism is possible only when we are both editorially and financially sound. Jama Masjid: The Jama Masjid at Nowhatta, in the heart of the old city, is the other important mosque in Srinagar at which thousands of people congregate for the Friday prayers. Martand: Located atop a plateau, close to the township of Anantnag, has a temple dedicated to Lord Surya, the "Sun God". All shrines in the district were closed as a precautionary measure to minimize the spread of COVID-19 infection. Devotees who visited various shrines on Sunday expressed happiness, and hope that their prayers will be answered and sufferings eased. Click here for more, By KALEEM GEELANI on 12:16 am August 17, 2020No Comment. Another common sight is the local sweetmeat vendor who has a stall right outside the Ziyarat (shrine), selling Nadir Monje (lotus stem fritters) and other fried breads. Thanks Maria- its indeed a dreamscape place. An inscription in Persian within the Temple traces its origin to the reign of Emperor Shah Jehan.
It was initially built in 1806 in a locality called Khanyar. Practically, every prominent Nag or Sar is considered holy and so are the fish in them. It has been so long, but ultimately it has happened. Kashmir is the seat of Shaivism, therefore, this very ancient temple holds a very special in the hearts of all. Kashmir is blessed with some of the famous Temples & Mosques. Kashmir, in north India, has been the abode of many Muslim saints (Sufis), and there are famous Sufi darghas. The only time I have visited it was in the summer of 2018. These shrines all look very interesting to visit and so unique! Located on the right bank of river Jhelum in downtown Srinagar, it was first built in 1395, by Sultan Sikandar in the memory of the Sufi Islamic preacher Mir Sayyed Ali Hamdani. Built by king Laitaditya Muktapida (7th to 8th century AD), it is a medieval temple with a colonnaded courtyard and the shrine in its centre. Namrata is quite a die-hard fan of her hometown and her knowledge of its tourist spots is incredible. Would love to visit. Namrata has done a fabulous job of describing these shrines! NC shocked over burglary at Rahbab Sahib (RA) shrine Greater Kashmir | National Conference on Wednesday expressed shock over the incident of burglary at the shrine …
Kashmir is known for its mountains, lakes, springs and the mystic shrines that nestle among them.
My oldest memories of this day from childhood are still very fresh in my mind. Since I’ve never been to kashmir, I lapped up the info. Set amidst a cross-section of Shankaracharya mountain and Zabarvan, it overlooks the famous Dal Lake. The horse tonga ride to the temple is still a vivid memory, the driver kept up a running commentary about the place. In fact, most holy springs and lakes have fish in them which are never killed or eaten. In fact, the road below the hill, with residences of high- ranking State Government officials, is still known as Gupkar road. Women are allowed through a dedicated entrance.
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