In pictures: 394th Urs of Hazrat Mian Mir

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In pictures: 394th Urs of Hazrat Mian Mir

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(Web Desk) – Thousands of devotees from across the country have gathered at Hazrat Mian Mir’s tomb in Lahore to take part in his 394th annual Urs ceremony.

Baba Sain Mir Mohammed Sahib, popularly known as Mian Mir was a Sufi saint who resided in Lahore during the 16th and the 17th century. A direct descendant of the Muslim Caliph Umar (RA), the saint is famous for being Dara Shikoh’s spiritual instructor.

Having spent a life of virtuosity, Hazrat Mian Mir passed away in 1635 at the age of eighty-eight. Located in Lahore, the mausoleum of the Sufi saint attracts hundreds of devotees every day, which include both Sikhs and Muslims.

Shrine of Baba Sain Mir Mohammed Sahib, popularly known as Mian Mir being decorated with colorful lights in connection with his 394th annual Urs celebrations. Photo: OINN

A beautiful view of the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir Sarkar illuminated with lights. Photo: OINN

Devotees lighting candles at the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir Sarkar during his 394th Urs ceremony. Photo: OINN

An elderly devotee lighting lamps at the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir Sarkar. Photo: OINN

Devotees placing lamps on the trees at the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir in Lahore. Photo: OINN

A devotee standing with lamps in her hands at the 394th Urs ceremony of Hazrat Mian Mir Sarkar. Photo: OINN

Devotees perform dhamal at the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir. Photo: OINN

A devotee performs dhamal at the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir during his 394th Urs ceremony. Photo: OINN

A young devotee blows a horn at the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir in Lahore. Photo: OINN

A devotee offers dua at the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir during his 394th Urs ceremony. Photo: OINN

A large number of people have arrived at the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir during his 394th Urs ceremony. Photo: OINN

A devotee blows a horn while holding a lamp at the shrine of Hazrat Mian Mir during his 394th Urs ceremony. Photo: OINN