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A revered hilltop shrine in Hyderabad dedicated to Hazrat Ali, offering panoramic city views after a climb of about 484 steps.
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Perched atop a hillock known as Moula Ali, this dargah is a significant Sufi shrine in Hyderabad. The main attraction for visitors is the spiritual journey that involves climbing approximately 484 well-laid steps to reach the top. The effort is rewarded with a sense of peace at the shrine and breathtaking panoramic views of the entire city of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. The dargah is dedicated to Hazrat Ali, the son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad.
Plan your trip around the ideal season for the best experience
During the annual Urs festival (in the Islamic month of Rajab), on the 17th of Muharram, and on weekends.
Weekday evenings, especially between 5 PM and 8 PM.
Weekday mornings and afternoons, particularly during the hot summer months (April-June).
Plan ahead with accurate pricing and visiting hours
Indian Visitors
Free
No entry fee
Opening Hours
5:30 AM — 10:00 PM
Open on all days of the week. Timings might be extended during special occasions like Ramadan and the annual Urs festival. It is advisable to complete the visit before it gets too dark.
Entry is free for all visitors. Donations are accepted but are not compulsory.
Find your way to this destination with ease
Address
Moula Ali Hill, Moula Ali
Coordinates
17.4688, 78.5567
Nearest City
Hyderabad
Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) is the nearest airport, situated about 40 km away. A taxi from the airport to Moula Ali will take around 60-90 minutes.
Secunderabad Junction (8 km) and Hyderabad Deccan (Nampally) Railway Station (15 km) are the main railway stations. Both are well-connected to major Indian citi...
Moula Ali is well-connected by road within Hyderabad. It is easily accessible from major areas like Secunderabad, Tarnaka, and ECIL. Regular city buses, taxis, ...
Auto-rickshaws are a common mode of transport to reach the base of the hill. App-based services like Ola and Uber provide convenient cab services. TSRTC buses o...
Learn about the story and cultural importance of this destination
The dargah's history dates back to the 16th century, during the reign of the Qutb Shahi dynasty. According to legend, a courtier named Yakut had a dream in which he saw Hazrat Ali on top of this hill. In the dream, Ali left an impression of his hand on a stone. The next day, Yakut visited the hill a...
Moula Ali Dargah is one of the 11 protected heritage sites in Hyderabad identified by the Heritage Conservation Committee. Its primary significance is religious, especially for Shia Muslims, who gather here in large numbers during the annual 'Urs' festival. The dargah is also a powerful symbol of co...
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