Serakhs Baba Mausoleum
An eleventh-century domed tomb at Serakhs near the Iranian border.
Updated 3 September 2026
The mausoleum at Serakhs is generally attributed to Abul-Fazl, an eleventh-century Sufi teacher, and it is a square brick chamber carrying a dome on squinches, of a type that developed in this region and influenced later Seljuk building across Iran and Central Asia. It stands beside the ruins of the old town on the border. The building has been restored more than once and remains a place of pilgrimage.
What to look for
- The domed chamber - the eleventh-century brick tomb with its squinch construction.
- The building type - a form that shaped later Seljuk architecture across the region.
- The old town ruins - the mounds of medieval Serakhs beside the tomb.
- The pilgrimage - the continuing visits to the shrine.
When to go
April to May and September to October are the workable months. Summer heat is extreme in this area. Border zone rules may require permits.
Practical notes
Serakhs sits on the border and access can require permits arranged in advance. Restoration has replaced much of the original fabric. Facilities in the town are minimal.
Nearby
Mary is east, and Meana Baba is west.
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