Hazratbal Shrine facts for kids

The Hazratbal Shrine is a very important Muslim holy place in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is famous for holding a special relic. Many Muslims in India believe this relic is a hair of the Islamic prophet Muhammad.

What is the Hazratbal Shrine?

The name "Hazratbal" tells us a lot about this special place. The word "Hazrat" comes from Arabic and means "holy" or "majestic." The word "bal" comes from Kashmiri and means "place." So, Hazratbal means "Majestic Place."

Where is the Shrine Located?

The Hazratbal Shrine is found on the left side of the beautiful Dal Lake in Srinagar. This makes it a very peaceful and scenic spot. It is considered the holiest Muslim shrine in the Kashmir region.

The Sacred Relic: Moi-e-Muqqadas

The most important thing about the Hazratbal Shrine is the Moi-e-Muqqadas. This means "the sacred hair." People believe that a hair of Prophet Muhammad is kept safe here. This relic makes the shrine very special to many people.

Other Names for the Shrine

The Hazratbal Shrine is known by a few different names. Besides Hazratbal, people also call it Assar-e-Sharief. Sometimes it is called Madinat-us-Sani, or simply Dargah Sharif. All these names show its importance as a holy place.

Images for kids

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  Close-up of the dome

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  History of Moi-e-Muqaddas of Prophet Mohammed present in the Hazratbal Shrine

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  Dome view of the shrine in February 2019