Parau-bibi shrine

At this sacred site, a mausoleum was erected, and beside it lies a massive stone where Paraw-Bibi is said to have prayed. Local lore holds that the stone still bears the imprints of her hands.

To the right of the steep path leading to the mausoleum, there is a large pile of stones. Tradition has it that the betrayer stood here, guiding the enemies. As a custom, each visitor to the holy site must add five stones to the pile. The local stones also have a surprising feature—they are said to “spin” around their axis, a phenomenon that fascinates visitors.

The mausoleum, built around the 11th century, is situated on a steep hillside southwest of the ancient settlement of Paraw. Visitors must climb 269 steps to reach the mazar. The height of the main facade of the building is 4.8 meters. Inside, sacrificial rugs cover the floor. In one corner of the mausoleum is a small cave, believed to be the very spot where Paraw-Bibi entered the mountain.

Immediately to the left, steps lead to a small side room that houses a collection of hair-related objects, including mirrors and combs. Female pilgrims often comb their hair in this chamber, as it is believed that Paraw-Bibi herself frequently visits this place to groom her hair.