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Shrine of Sultan Ahmad Qattal, Jalalpur Pirwala
The 35-metre shrine of Sultan Ahmad Qattal at Jalalpur Pirwala near Multan, a copy of Shah Rukn-e-Alam's tomb, famed for its calligraphy.
The shrine of Sultan Ahmad Qattal stands in Jalalpur Pirwala, on the Jalalpur–Lodhran road about 90 km from Multan. It is nearly 35 metres high and is considered a copy of the great tomb of Shah Rukn-e-Alam in Multan. The building is admired for its construction and calligraphy.
Why go
- ✦A 35-metre tomb in the Multani style
- ✦Modelled on Shah Rukn-e-Alam's tomb
- ✦Fine calligraphy
- ✦Nearly fifty years in the building
History
The register gives the saint's death as 1041 AH. Four generations later, in 1157 AH, the governor of Multan began the shrine at a cost of 200,000 rupees, and it took almost fifty years to finish. It was built by Mohammad Murad of Muzaffargarh district. It is listed as PB-P-157.
How to Reach
In Jalalpur Pirwala, on the Jalalpur–Lodhran road, about 90 km south of Multan.
Planning tip
Best Time to Visit, November to February; Multan is very hot from April to September.
Getting there, In Jalalpur Pirwala, on the Jalalpur–Lodhran road, about 90 km south of Multan.
Allow, About 30 minutes.
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