Holy shrines of Pakistan

Locals visiting the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Musicians perform Sufi music at the shrine of Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai, Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Local man staying inside the shrine of Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai, Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Man praying inside the shrine of Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai, Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

An invalid praying inside the shrine of Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai, Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

The graves and the exterior of the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

The graves and the exterior of the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

The graves and the exterior of the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

The exterior of the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Musicians perform Sufi music at the shrine of Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai, Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Man sitting on a stairs at the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Musicians perform Sufi music at the shrine of Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai, Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Sufi priest at the shrine of Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai, Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Locals visiting the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Locals visiting the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Sufi priest at the shrine of Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai, Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Locals visiting the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

The exterior of the shrine of the Sufi saint and poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai in the town of Bhit, Pakistan

The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Bhit, Sindh, Pakistan; 27 November 2019. The Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was built by Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro. It is a structure covered with traditional Iranian qashani tiles, glazed in the colours such as blue and turquoise. The final resting place of Shah Latif is under the main-dome of the building. Musicians are often seen serenading the constant trickle of devotees who visit the saint.

Part of the mosque of Ali Abuzar, the most conspicuous structure of Sukkur town in Pakistan

The minaret of Ali Abuzar, Sukkur town, Pakistan; 29 November 2019; The minaret of Ali Abuzar is the most conspicuous structure of Sukkur town, dating back to 1607 during the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent. The minaret was built in about 1607 the monument, built of red brick, is more or less conical in shape, slightly off the perpendicular and surmounted by a dome to which an internal stone staircase gives an access. It is about 26 metres in circumference and has 84 steps to the top.

The exterior of the minaret of Ali Abuzar, the most conspicuous structure of Sukkur town in Pakistan

The minaret of Ali Abuzar, Sukkur town, Pakistan; 29 November 2019; The minaret of Ali Abuzar is the most conspicuous structure of Sukkur town, dating back to 1607 during the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent. The minaret was built in about 1607 the monument, built of red brick, is more or less conical in shape, slightly off the perpendicular and surmounted by a dome to which an internal stone staircase gives an access. It is about 26 metres in circumference and has 84 steps to the top.

The graveyard and the main building of Ali Abuzar mosque and minaret in Sukkur town, Pakistan

The minaret of Ali Abuzar, Sukkur town, Pakistan; 29 November 2019; The minaret of Ali Abuzar is the most conspicuous structure of Sukkur town, dating back to 1607 during the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent. The courtyard around the minaret is the cemetery where Mir Mausum Shah and his family members are buried.

The exterior of the minaret of Ali Abuzar, the most conspicuous structure of Sukkur town in Pakistan

The minaret of Ali Abuzar, Sukkur town, Pakistan; 29 November 2019; The minaret of Ali Abuzar is the most conspicuous structure of Sukkur town, dating back to 1607 during the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent. The minaret was built in about 1607 the monument, built of red brick, is more or less conical in shape, slightly off the perpendicular and surmounted by a dome to which an internal stone staircase gives an access. It is about 26 metres in circumference and has 84 steps to the top.

The exterior of the minaret of Ali Abuzar, the most conspicuous structure of Sukkur town in Pakistan

The minaret of Ali Abuzar, Sukkur town, Pakistan; 29 November 2019; The minaret of Ali Abuzar is the most conspicuous structure of Sukkur town, dating back to 1607 during the Mughal Empire in the Indian subcontinent. The minaret was built in about 1607 the monument, built of red brick, is more or less conical in shape, slightly off the perpendicular and surmounted by a dome to which an internal stone staircase gives an access. It is about 26 metres in circumference and has 84 steps to the top.