Hazratbal, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir India

Hazratbal is also known as Dargah Sharif, Assar-e-Sharif and Madinat-Us-Sani, Hazratbal Mosque on the western shores of majestic Lake Dal is considered one of the most important shrine for Muslims. With the impressive Nishat Bagh around, this lovely white marble mosque offers great views of the lake in the backdrop of the majestic Himalayas.

The mosque is a combination of Kashmiri and Mughal styles of architecture, with historical significance dating back to the 17th century. The distinctiveness of the Hazratbal Mosque is that enshrines the 'Moi-e-Maqdis' (the sacred hair) of Prophet Muhammad, shown to the public only on special occasions.

Hazratbal’s special significance is derived from the fact that it houses a hair of the prophet Muhammad. This is displayed to the public on religious occasions, usually accompanied by fairs. Apart from these occasions, Friday prayers are offered at Hazratbal and attended by throngs of people. Hazratbal is remarkable for being the only domed mosque in Srinagar; the others having distinct pagoda like roofs. The shrine – mosque complex is situated on the western shore of the Dal Lake opposite Nishat Bagh and commands a grand view of the lake and the mountain beyond.