The tomb’s architecture is categorized as a precursor to the Tughlaq style of funerary monuments found in Delhi.
The structure incorporates blue-glazed ceramic tiles, an iconic decorative element of Multani architectural history.
Bahauddin Zakariya established the Suhrawardiyya Sufi order in South Asia during the 13th century.
The tomb is situated near the ruins of the Prahladpuri Temple, reflecting the site's long history of religious layering in the Multan Fort area.
The interior contains the graves of Bahauddin Zakariya and several of his descendants.
The Tomb of Hazrat Bahauddin Zakariya is a 13th-century funerary monument located in Multan, Pakistan, serving as the resting place of the founder of the Suhrawardiyya order of Sufism. The structure is recognized for its architectural design, featuring a square base, an octagonal drum, and a hemispherical dome. The exterior is decorated with intricate blue-glazed tiles and brickwork characteristic of the Tughlaq style. It sits within the historic Qila Kohna Qasim Bagh, the site of the ancient Multan Fort. The site holds significant spiritual importance for Sufi devotees who visit for meditation and prayer. It has undergone multiple restorations, most notably after sustaining damage during the Siege of Multan in 1848.
The main entrance archway captures the classic blue-tile work and the height of the dome simultaneously.
Visit during the early morning to avoid the high desert temperatures typical of the Multan region.
Ensure your phone or camera is ready before entering, as the lighting changes significantly under the dome.
Hire a local guide within the Qasim Bagh complex to explain the historical context of the different tomb structures.
Avoid taking photographs of people in prayer, as this is considered disrespectful.
Visitors must remove footwear before entering the mausoleum, dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered, and women should carry a headscarf.
