The Dargah of Baley Miyan is also known as Bale Miyan Ki Dargah. It is situated near the Chandi Devi Mandir in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. The Dargah was built by Qutubuddin Aibak in the year 1194; Qutubuddin was the first ruler of Delhi. Many worshippers pay visit to the Dargah regularly, and many tourists flock to the place. During the Navchandi fair a Urus is organised every year at the Dargah.

History

\The Dargah of 'Hazrat Bale Mian', and the Temple of 'Navchandi Devi’ are situated in such a position that they face each other. From the ancient times, the Baley Miyan Dargah and the Navchandi fair acts as a mark of unity between two religions. During the Navchandi fair the sound of azan from the Dargah and the temple bells together generate a divine and holy echo.

Best Time to Visit

Meerut is exceptionally hot during summer season; the temperature goes up to 43 degree Celsius. Best time to visit Meerut is between the months of October to March when the temperature is colder.

How to Reach

Meerut can be reached from Delhi as it is located 70 kilometres away from the capital.

By Airways

Meerut is accessible through air; the nearest airport is Delhi which is 99 kilometres away.

By Railways

Meerut is well connected to all metro cities like Lucknow, Allahabad, Varanasi, Kanpur, and Agra. Meerut cantonment and Meerut City are the prime rail junctions.

By Roadways

Meerut is connected to all national highways and metro bus stations like Sohrab Gate Bus stand and Delhi bus stand. Kanpur, Dehradun, Lucknow and Delhi are connected through state transport buses and private vehicles.

Tourism

Baley Miyan Dargah is situated in the city of Meerut which is an urban town of Uttar Pradesh. Meerut is popular for production of sports goods in large number and is marketed in different parts of the state. The metropolitan city consists of high end malls, shopping complexes, flyovers and the biggest cantonment area in India. Some popular tourist’s attractions include Jama Masjid, Baley Miyan Dargah, Gandhi Bagh, Suraj Kund, St.John’s Church, Jain temple etc.

Visitor Information

Meerut is located 121 metres above sea level. Best time to visit Meerut is from October to March. Tourists can find budget and luxury accommodation options in Meerut. Common languages used in the city are Hindi and English. Tourists can take off for nearby excursions like Sardhana, Hastinapur, Barnawa, Sukaratal, Brii Ghat and Garhmukteshwar.

Tourists can contact Uttar Pradesh tourism office for queries on any working day between 10:00am to 05:00pm. Their address is Regional Tourist Office, II floor, Meerut Development Authority Building, Meerut. Tele - 0121-2656164; E-Mail- tourLsm_[email protected]