Dastgeer Sahib Shrine

Dastgeer Sahib Shrine is a revered Sufi shrine located in Khanyar locality of Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Dedicated to Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jeelani, founder of Qadiriyya order, it is one of the oldest and most visited shrines in Kashmir. Known for its distinctive Kashmiri wooden architecture, papier-mâché decoration and historic relics, the shrine attracts devotees and visitors for its spiritual significance and cultural heritage in old Srinagar.

Visitors can expect a historic shrine complex in the dense old city area of Khanyar, featuring traditional Kashmiri wooden architecture with carved walnut wood, khatamband ceilings and papier-mâché interiors. The main prayer hall houses relics associated with Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jeelani. The surroundings include narrow lanes, small shops and a courtyard where devotees gather. Inside, visitors observe prayer activities and ornate decoration, with separate areas for men and women.

The shrine was originally built in 1806 by Mir Husam-ud-Din, and later expanded in 1877 by Khwaja Sanaullah Shawl. It is dedicated to Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jeelani (1078-1166), founder of the Qadiriyya Sufi order. The structure suffered a major fire in June 2012 and was subsequently restored to its traditional Kashmiri architectural style, preserving its heritage character.

The shrine is one of the most revered Sufi shrines in Kashmir and holds deep spiritual importance for devotees. It is a centre for Sufi traditions and annual Urs observances commemorating Sheikh Abdul Qadir Jeelani. The shrine reflects Kashmiri cultural heritage through its woodwork, craftsmanship and role as a community gathering place in old Srinagar.