Shah Allah Ditta Caves

Shah ALLAH Ditta caves can be found in centuries-old village located in Sector D-12 (a few kilometers from Sector E-11) at the foothills of the Margalla Hills in Islamabad. These Caves in Shah ALLAH Ditta village are surrounded by the stunning lush green, saffron fields beyond the first layer of the Margalla Hills. It is believed that the village is as old as 700 years. It was used as a route from Kabul to Taxila by Alexander and Sher Shah Suri. Shah Allah Ditta road, is said to be built on the exact path followed by the emperor Sher Shah Suri during his visit to the area. Mughal Rulers also passed through this area while traveling between Afghanistan and Lahore / Delhi. The remains of the Buddhist era dating back to the eighth century can be found in the area. The village is named after a Mughal period Dervish Shah Allah Ditta and bears significant importance of its natural beauty and historical background. There are old caves in the village which were in use by Shah ALLAH Ditta, the eremite and afterwards by a Hindu Sadhu. These caves are next to the shrine of Shah ALLAH Ditta. The caves in shah ALLAH Ditta temples are located around a naturally occurring streamlined with ancient Banyan trees adding magic to the glory of this ancient site.