Golra Sharif

Golra Sharif (Urdu: گولڑہ شریف‎) is a town situated near the Margalla Hills in the Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan, at about 520 m (1,710 ft) above sea level, 17 km (11 mi) from the ancient city of Taxila. It is known for the Mausoleum of Meher Ali Shah that yearly attracts thousands of devotees. Prior to the arrival of Meher Ali Shah's ancestors Golra Sharif was just a small village in the suburbs of Rawalpindi

Shrine of Meher Ali Shah in Golra Sharif

Railway

Golra Sharif Railway station is situated on Golra Road in Golra Sharif town. The station was established in 1882. It is an important junction of Pakistan Railways to link Peshawar, Kohat, Havelian and Multan. It hosts Railways Heritage Museum.

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