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Khajamalai Dargah
A dargah set on a small hillock in the Khajamalai suburb of Trichy, where the Sufi saint Khwaja Syed Ahmadullah Shah is interred. It was established in memory of the saint who came to Tiruchirappalli to pay respects to Baba Nathar Vali. It is one of the older Muslim shrines in the city and a local pilgrimage spot.
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Khajamalai Dargah
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Plan Khajamalai Dargah
Typeheritage
Nearest baseKhajamalai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKhajamalai
DistrictTiruchirappalli
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A dargah set on a small hillock in the Khajamalai suburb of Trichy, where the Sufi saint Khwaja Syed Ahmadullah Shah is interred. It was established in memory of the saint who came to Tiruchirappalli to pay respects to Baba Nathar Vali. It is one of the older Muslim shrines in the city and a local pilgrimage spot.
Khajamalai Dargah is planned from Khajamalai, one of the travel bases in Tiruchirappalli district. Use Khajamalai for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Khajamalai Dargah — at a glance
Timings5 AM to 9 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Khajamalai Dargah
In Tiruchirappalli city, about 4 km from the centre; nearest railway Tiruchirappalli Jn (~5 km); Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) airport ~6 km.
Short climb up the hillock to the shrine.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Khajamalai or nearby in Tiruchirappalli, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Khajamalai Dargah — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Khajamalai Dargah?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Khajamalai Dargah?
Entry: Free. Timings: 5 AM to 9 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Khajamalai Dargah?
Base yourself in Khajamalai or nearby in Tiruchirappalli, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Khajamalai Dargah?
About an hour.
What else is near Khajamalai Dargah?
Nearby you can pair Anna Science Centre and Planetarium (2.0 km), Main Guard Gate (3.1 km), Railway Heritage Centre / Golden Rock Railway Museum (4.0 km), Nathar Shah Dargah (Nathar Vali Dargah) (5.2 km).
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