Situated at the outskirts of the city of Hyderabad and around 10 kms from Secunderabad is a dome shaped hill located in Moula Hill and well known for the Moula Ali Dargah - one of the most famous pilgrimage spots in India and also recognized as one of the 11 heritage sites by the Heritage Conservation Committee.
📍 Hyderabad | Telangana | India
Distance (from Hyderabad): 15 kms
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The Moula Ali hill welcomes you to some long distance mesmerizing views of the city along with a Dargah once you have climbed up close to 500 steps to the top. The Dargah was built in the memory of Hazrat Ali, the son in law of Prophet Mohammed and it contains what's believed to be the hand-print of Ali. The Dargah only allows entry for non-Muslims during the four days Moula Ali Urs Festival during Muharram - since my visit was not during these holy days, I missed out on the opportunity.
It is also said that during the rule of the Nizam, the Nawab used to lead processions from the arch to the shrine.
In case you are not of the religious type, this little hillock also provides you with some breathtaking sunset views and will leave you enthralled and coming back for more. This place is also on the to do list of the trekkers owing to its rocky terrain.
The Moula Ali Dargah was in quite bad shape with paints and plaster coming off and added to this were the people who further added litter to the ruins when I had visited in Feb 2020. However thanks to the Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAUD) Department who had recently announced restoration of this place amounting to Rs. 50 lakhs which will involve painting works and the structure along with widening of the approach roads to the hilltop.
As usual, I would request everyone not to litter and leave every place better for our future generations to be also able to enjoy the beauty that these places have to offer.
Travel Tips: Carry sufficient water - and ensure to carry a garbage bag to ensure that you do not leave the waste and litter behind.
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