Haji Ali Dargah

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View of the Haji Ali Dargah, a famous tomb and mosque, on an island out at sea in Mumbai, India.

Floating like a sacred mirage off the coast, this Indo-Islamic shrine (6am–9.45pm; closed only during high tide; free entry) located on an offshore inlet is a striking sight. Built in 1431 as the tomb of Sufi saint Sayyed Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari, it showcases Mughal-era Indo-Islamic architecture, from scalloped arches to marble courtyards; inside, his silver-encased tomb lies beneath an embroidered chaddar (keep your head covered and avoid photography). Linger for the mirrored hall.

It’s only possible to visit the shrine at low tide, via the 640m causeway (check tide times locally). Thousands of pilgrims cross it daily, especially on Thursday and Friday (when there may be qawwali; devotional singing).

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