26-11-2017
The shrine of Syed Siraj-ud-Din Gilani is located close to the Tomb of Mir Niamat Khan, just south of Ghorey Shah Road and east of Bhogiwal Road. The 300-year-old mausoleum has ruthlessly resurfaced in modern cement in overzealous attempts to renovate.
The dome is sloping like that of Mian Mir's shrine. The walls were
originally covered with lime plaster which over the years had turned black,
giving it the name "Kala Burj" or Black Tower.
The building is of quadrangular form, and the north, east, and west
sides have latticed brickwork, to the height of a man, applied to the walls.
The entrance is provided by a flight of steps to the south.
The grave of the saint is in an underground chamber. There is a small
door along the southern face of the stairs, providing access to the underground
chamber. The saint died in 1727 AD during the reign of Muhammed Shah.
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