Tomb of Moti-Gohram, Jhal Magsi

A tall octagonal tomb of the 19th century on the Kachhi plain west of Gandhawa, with traces of blue glazed tile.

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The tomb of Moti-Gohram stands about 20 km west of the tomb of Iltaz Khan near Gandhawa, in Jhal Magsi district. It is an octagonal tomb on a square plinth, each side about 3.6 metres wide and 9.1 metres high, with eight tapering pillars at the corners rising to an octagonal drum and a semicircular dome. Traces of blue glazed tiles still cling to its walls inside and out, and arches with carved designs line the interior.

Why go

✦A tall octagonal tomb of the 19th century
✦Traces of blue glazed tilework
✦On the plain west of Gandhawa

How to Reach

About 20 km west of the tomb of Iltaz Khan, near Gandhawa, Jhal Magsi district.

Planning tip

Best Time to Visit, November to February; the Kachhi plain is among the hottest places in Pakistan in summer.

Getting there, About 20 km west of the tomb of Iltaz Khan, near Gandhawa, Jhal Magsi district.

Allow, Half an hour.

What to Do

◆See the dome and drum against the plain

◆Look for the remains of blue tile

◆Combine with the tomb of Iltaz Khan and Gandhawa

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