Shaikh Salim Chisti (1418-1572) was one of the famous Sufi saints of the Chishti Order in India. Salim Chisti was the descendant of the famous Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti whose tomb is in Ajmer, Rajasthan.

History of Tomb of Salim Chisti

Salim chisti is one among such revered spiritually to whom the common men to the emperor bowed. He was born in 1478. He comes from the family of Baba Farid of Punjab and after his birth in Delhi later he moved to Sikri close to Agra Mughal capital. Now close to his 450 Urs ceremony you get to know the various facets of his life, deeds and contributions.
Fathehpur city was founded in Sikri village, 40km from Agra by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in honour of the Saint Sheikh Salim Chishti. Emperor Akbar came to Sikri in search of the saint to ask his blessing for a son when all else had failed. The Sufi saint who was Emperor Akbar’s advisor and teacher predicted that the king would have three sons. The prediction came true, and Akbar’s son Jahangir was named as Salim after the saint, and raised by the Sufi holy man. The saint passed away in 1571. To perpetuate the memory of the saint, Akbar constructed a charming mosque in the midst of Sikri complex with its palaces, courts, baths and gardens. The white marble mausoleum of Sheikh Salim Chishti with its unusual carvings, has an ethereal quality about it. Now it is one of the main tourist attractions of India.

Religious Importance of Tomb of Salim Chishti
The entire air in and around the Dargah looked divine with many men and ladies thronged there for the supplications. Explorers, who ask in the Dargah, additionally offer rose blossoms on the tomb. While entering in the Dargah, you are required to cover your head either by means of top or bit of fabric.

Best time to visit Tomb of Salim Chishti
As a vacation destination, the Tomb of Salim Chisti, situated in the territory of Uttar Pradesh, can be visited consistently. During the winters however, the climate is cool and lovely. The normal temperature during this time is 24°C, which is perfect for touring and investigation. Numerous individuals want to visit it during this time.