Makli Necropolis

Makli Necropolis near Thatta - UNESCO site. The largest Muslim burial ground in the world - super impressive place. Could have spent all day wandering around and soaking it up but it was a thousand degrees outside and having to wear long pants had me overheating. I would recommend a few hours here. It's a stunning location and the tombs are very well preserved.

The Makli Necropolis, located near Thatta in Pakistan, is one of the largest funerary sites in the world.

Dating back to the 14th century, Makli is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its vast array of tombs and mausoleums.
Spread across an expansive area, Makli is a testament to the diversity of Islamic architecture, with influences from Persian, Timurid, and Indian styles.
The necropolis serves as the final resting place for rulers, Sufi saints, scholars, and nobles, reflecting the region's rich cultural and religious history.
Among its notable monuments is the mausoleum of Shaikh Isa Khan Tarkhan II, known for its intricate tile work and architectural grandeur.

The site also features the tomb of Sultan Ibrahim, distinguished by its imposing dome and elaborate carvings.
Despite natural wear and occasional damage from seismic activity, efforts are ongoing to preserve and protect this invaluable heritage site.

As a sacred site and a treasure trove of history, Makli Necropolis stands as a poignant reminder of the region's rich and storied past.

Pls carry a water bottle and hats during summer.

Have a fantastic time there.

Just visited the Makli Necropolis, a mesmerizing burial ground with 14th-century mausoleums adorned with intricate tiles. The historical richness is beautifully preserved. A captivating journey through history, highly recommend exploring this architectural marvel! #MakliNecropolis #HistoricalGems

It's a beautiful place to visit. As someone who loves to learn about history this place is the best. Super impressive. I didn't have a guide so i got to interact with the locals to explore and learn.

It was my dream to visit this place and finally get a chance to visit it. It’s well managed and clean. I had a great time exploring this place. Highly recommended.

Oldest graveyard of Pakistan. Covering huge area with oldest shrines of Sufis, Kings, Ministers etc. It is UNESCO Heritage Site. Tourists must visit.

Largest Graveyard of Asia..
Makli Necropolis is one of the attractive portion of Makli Graveyard..
Its situated on National Highway (Karaachi to Thatta Dual Highwy) About 4 km from Thatta City..
Situated on Makli Hills..
People who love to explore Historical places Should Visit This place.
Attractive Heritage famous Buildings are build and maintained by Cultural Department Govt Of Sindh.
Good Place for Families, Students Picnic point of View..

It’s extremely hot in June so he did a great job trying to keep us in shaded areas as much as possible. Also, it was nice to be able to walk around freely in a lot of the areas. We even got access to parts of the Necropolis that were closed off to other guests. He was very knowledgeable and it’s always interesting to hear fun facts that you can’t pick up easily in a google search. I would definitely recommend this tour if you have time and want to see something outside of the city center.

Makli Necropolis - more than 600 years old and world's largest cemetery and also prominent UNISCO World Heritage Site. Its really sad that this place seems very underrated. Very less people visit this place. However as being historic place this should be more highlight. The place shows rich culture of sindhi culture.

The place is safe for families. Also there are very good hotel facilities by government. Anyone can stay there.

Just a a few weeks ago, we visited the world's largest graveyard which has approx one million graves in it, with the team of Sindh Tourism Development corporation team.
I visited this historical graveyard some years ago, but by the great efforts of the tourism department, now the place is changed and you can visit it by the 10 seaters electric car (just like a golf car) in just 2000 Rs per Car for one hour trip. They will let you visit almost the whole graveyard in 30 minutes tour.
If someone have ♿ different abilities, they have arrangements to pick him/her from their vehicle directly to their electric car for Makli Qabristan trip.
We visited some of the famous and historical tombs, like Isa Khan Tarkhan, Jam Nizam, Deewan's tomb and many others.

The place should have been preserved but now that it's one of the UNESCO heritage site i think they will for future. Some beautifully decorated tombs can be seen in the necropolis. Detailed artwork and quranic verses on graves are so beautiful.

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The Makkli Necropolis, located near Thatta in Sindh, Pakistan, is an extraordinary archaeological site that dates back to the 14th century. This vast cemetery sprawls over an area of about 10 square kilometers and contains hundreds of thousands of tombs and graves, making it one of the largest necropolises in the world.

Visiting Makkli is a unique and awe-inspiring experience. The site is a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region, showcasing a fascinating blend of architectural styles, including Makli's distinct sandstone and marble monuments adorned with intricate carvings and geometric patterns. Walking through the vast expanse of graves, one can't help but feel transported back in time, surrounded by the silent echoes of centuries past.

Each tomb at Makkli tells a story, reflecting the diverse influences of the Mughal, Persian, and local Sindhi cultures that have shaped this unique burial ground. The sheer scale of the necropolis is humbling, evoking a sense of reverence and wonder for the countless lives memorialized here.

Exploring Makkli also offers insights into the spiritual and religious practices of the medieval period in South Asia. The site's historical significance is recognized globally, and efforts are ongoing to preserve and protect this invaluable heritage site for future generations to appreciate.

In conclusion, a visit to the Makkli Necropolis is not just a journey into the past; it's a profound encounter with the enduring legacy of civilizations long gone, leaving visitors with a deep appreciation for the cultural richness of Sindh and the broader Indian subcontinent.

Pleasantly surprised, good day trip if you're into historical sights. Lots of things to see and very nice staff. Names of staff in picture: Ashraf (left): shows you around the mausoleums, Farman Ali (middle): man's the tourist centre outside, and Mehmood (right): drives the buggy.

The Necropolis of Makli is one of the famous places among the venues declared as cultural heritage. This place is not a picnic spot but a trip down the lane of our Mogul history. If you read the information boards in front of each tomb you will realize how things were during the Mogul dynasty. How one Mogul emperor ordered murders of the whole families including the children. The rivalry and rebellion is clearly visible through the tombs of each family member buried there. It is the world's largest graveyard and also a part of UNESCO World Heritage. The tombs are standing marvels of this regions great architecture. The finesse of calligraphy on the graves and the walls of these tombs speaks the expertise of those who who carved them.

I wasn't able to go through the whole place as it is huge. Visiting Makli reminded me of my trip to Moen Jo Daro where I realized how everything will perish be it strong castles or humans of high casts and breed. I believe, we should reconnect with our heritage and history and visit such places. We should take our children to such cultural places of our country to help them understand our civilization and belonging. I'm glad I visited Makli cause I learned about the history of the place and the people who are buried there. In fact, there is still more to learn. I would recommend that you should plan a day trip to Thatta making three stop-overs: Shah Jahan Mosque (Thatta), The Necropolis of Makli and any of the three lakes (Haleji, Hadero or Keenjhar).

If you are travelling from Karachi to Thatta, it should take you about 2 hours to reach to this place through National Highway.

Great architecture of tombs and graves of whatever is left of them. Must visit place for people who are curious about history and civilisations. Rs 50 parking fee and around Rs 200-500 for a horse cart or a buggy vans. Do take them as kids will be tired of walking. No shops inside. Many beggars around.

The Great Makli Necropolis, Thatta. A relic of the Mughal Empire of India, this cemetery spans 6 square smiles, with over half a million graves from 14th to 18th centuries AD. Most graves are Mughal royal subjects and governors based in Thatta back in their time. There is a lot to see in such a huge space, so it is best to book a tour bus located outside to explore the place effectively.

#Makli Necropolis is one of the largest funerary sites in the world, spread over an area of 10 kilometres near the city of Thatta, in the Pakistani province of Sindh. The site houses approximately 500,000 to 1 million tombs built over the course of a 400-year period. Makli Necropolis features several large funerary monuments belonging to royalty, various Sufi saints, and esteemed scholars. The site was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981 as an “outstanding testament” to Sindhi civilization between the 14th and 18th centuries.

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The capital of three successive dynasties and later ruled by the Mughal emperors of Delhi, Thatta was constantly embellished from the 14th to the 18th century. The remains of the city and its necropolis provide a unique view of civilization in Sindh. I will highly suggest to visit if you are a history lover and you want to go past in 600 years come see the art work and see hero's writers kings tombs here.

Best tourist destination to learn the history and fate of civlization in Sindh Pakistan
mai Makali site must visit near there a fort amazing reminding me of the Alhamra palace in Spain. Several hundred years prior to Nasirid dynasty.

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Makli Necropolis and the drive to and from Karachi. Locals were very friendly and we were asked to be in lots of selfies. A lovely outing. (Remember to take your passport as Intel/security require details of international tourists!) we stayed about two hours.