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Shah Yousuf Gardez was an Islamic Sufi saint who came to Multan, (present-day Punjab, Pakistan) in 1088 AD. He is said to have restored the city of Multan, converted many people to the Islamic religion, and performed numerous miracles. He came from Gardez in the present-day Paktia Province of Afghanistan.

Shah Yousef Gardez was notable for spreading Twelver Shia Islam in Multan.

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  • The shrine's interior is decorated with extensive mirror-work known as āina-kāri The shrine's interior is decorated with extensive mirror-work known as āina-kāri
  • The shrine is covered in blue tile-work that is typical of Multani style. The shrine is covered in blue tile-work that is typical of Multani style.
  • Tomb of Shah Yousuf Gardezi Multan Tomb of Shah Yousuf Gardezi Multan
  • The tomb's exterior is decorated with couples from Shah Gardez. The tomb's exterior is decorated with couples from Shah Gardez.
  • A side view of the Shah Gardez Tomb A side view of the Shah Gardez Tomb

References

  1. Hasan, Shaikh Khurshid (2001). The Islamic Architectural Heritage of Pakistan. Royal Book Company. pp. 52–54. ISBN 9789694072623.
Muslim saints in South Asia
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