Bara Shaheed Dargah — Attraction in Andhra Pradesh

Famous and great darga in ap. Bara Shaheed Dargah is one of the well-known Dargahs in Nellore. According to the legend, the mortal remains of the 12 Muslim martyrs are buried here. These soldiers fought against the British but lost their lives in the battle. Thus, the shrine of the "12 martyrs" is named as 'Bara Shaheed Dargah'. 'Bara' means twelve and 'Shaheed' means martyrs.Another legend is about the beginning of the Roti Festival, once the wife of the Nawab of this region was very ill. None of the doctors (vaidyas) were able to cure her disease. So, the Nawab announces that anyone who suggests a proper medicine will be rewarded.Meanwhile, a washerman couple comes to Bara Shaheed Dargah and sees an ill woman praying in the shrine. They decide to return after their prayers but it gets dark. So, they stay on the banks of a tank near the Dargah. Next morning they hear about the Nawab's announcement and realise that the ill woman in Dargah was none other than Nawab's wife. They visit the Nawab and suggests him to take the soil from the Dargah and apply it on his wife's forehead. The Nawab follows their instructions and soon his...

Bara Shaheed Dargah is located at Ambedkar Nagar, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh 524003 next to the Nellore Lake banks. "Bara Shaheed Dargah" literally means "Shrine of twelve martyrs" in Urdu. This Dargah is historical and religious site dedicated to twelve martyrs who lost their lives in a battle believed to have occurred over 1200 years ago. This Dargah is a symbol of communal harmony and attracts devotees of all faiths, especially during the holy month of Muharram.

The “urs” festival is celebrated here as part of the death anniversary of Sufi saint. The urs festival is celebrated annually for three day known as urs “Rotiyaan ki Eid” / “Rottela Panduga” is observed in the month of Muharram and exchange bread “Rotis” from others. It is known for fostering religious harmony and attracting people to...

This is the most famous Dargha in Nellore city in Andhra Pradesh. Several people visit this Dargha every day. Rottela panduga (festival of rotis) is held here every year. Lakhs of people from various states attend this festival. Nellore tank (cheruvu) is just behind this Dargha. This year, 2022, the festival will be held from August 9 to 13. Those whose wishes are fulfilled will distribute rotis to the people there. Those who have wishes will receive the rotis. People from different states of the country, irrespective of religion, attend the festival. 2023 July Here is an update. The festival of rotis this year will be held from 29th July 2023 to 2nd...