Hazrat Babajan Dargah
The shrine of Hazrat Babajan, a woman Sufi saint who lived under a neem tree in Camp and is revered by people of all faiths.
Quick facts
- Location:
- Char Bawdi, Camp
- Known for:
- Sufi saint Hazrat Babajan
- Timings:
- Check before visiting
About
Hazrat Babajan was a woman Sufi saint who spent her last years in Pune, sitting under a neem tree at Char Bawdi in the Camp area. People of every faith came to her for blessings. She died in 1931, and her dargah was built at the same place, around the tree.
Visiting
The dargah is in a busy part of Camp. Cover your head and dress modestly. The yearly urs brings many visitors.
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Sources: Written by PuneDiary. Facts checked 10 October 2026.