Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dargah

Noun
/ˈdɑːrɡə/
Definition
A dargah is a shrine built over the grave of a revered religious figure, especially in Sufi Islam.
Examples
  • The dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti in Ajmer attracts thousands of visitors every year.
  • Visitors often light candles and offer flowers at the dargah to show reverence.
Meaning
It serves as a place of worship and pilgrimage where devotees come to pay their respects and seek blessings.
Synonyms
  • shrine
  • sacred site