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Maner Sharif: Sufi Heritage & The Secrets of Maner Laddoo

Maner Sharif: Sufi Heritage & The Secrets of Maner Laddoo

Located 25 km west of Patna, Maner Sharif is a historic town celebrated for its Sufi heritage. It houses two famous tombs: Chhoti Dargah (Hazrat Makhdum Yahiya Maneri) and Bari Dargah (Hazrat Makhdum Shah Daulat).

1. Mughal Architecture

The Chhoti Dargah is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture in Bihar, constructed of yellow sandstone and decorated with beautiful geometric carvings and Quranic calligraphy.

2. Maner ka Laddoo

Maner is also globally famous for its 'Maner ka Laddoo', a sweet bundi laddoo made using pure ghee and local sweet water from the Sone River. We review the Sufi history and where to buy the authentic laddoos.

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