Dargah of Shah Ata

Dargah of Shah Ata is a historical building situated in Bangarh, Gangarampur, West Bengal, India. It is adjacent to Dhaldighi Lake. The building was probably constructed in the 14th century, on the site of a temple dating to the Pala Empire (8th to 12th century). The building is a brick and stone mausoleum, the burial site of Mollah Atar-Uddin or Shah Ata.[1]

The grave of a famous muslim saint Atash Fakir. Some carved stone pillars and wall inscriptions can be seen in this grave
The grave of a famous muslim saint Atash Fakir. Some carved stone pillars and wall inscriptions can be seen in this grave

Dargah of Shah Ata
Dargah of Shah Ata, Gangarampur
LocationDhaldighi North, Gangarampur, West Bengal, India
Coordinates25°24′04″N 88°31′52″E
TypeHistorical Place
History
Founded14th century

References
  1. "History of Dargah of Shah Ata". Asikolkata.in. ASI, Kolkata Circle. Retrieved 18 August 2017.
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