About
The Quaid-e-Azam Mausoleum, also known as the Mazar-e-Quaid, is the final resting place of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, founder of Pakistan. It stands in Karachi, in the province of Sindh, on M.A. Jinnah Road, and it is one of the best-known monuments in the country.
The building
The mausoleum is built in white marble and is widely regarded as an iconic symbol of the nation. Its design draws on Islamic architecture, and visitors often remark on the clean lines of the white stone against the sky, which give the structure a calm and dignified presence.
What a visit offers
A visit here suits anyone interested in the history of Pakistan or in the architecture of the region. Many come to pay their respects at the tomb of the man honoured as the Quaid-e-Azam, or "Great Leader." The site is also a natural stop for those who want to see a national landmark up close.
- Location: M.A. Jinnah Road, Karachi, Sindh 74200, Pakistan
- Also known as: Mazar-e-Quaid
- Contact: +92-21-99213445
Around the mausoleum
Karachi is Pakistan's largest city and a busy port with a long history as a commercial centre. Pairing a visit to the mausoleum with time spent exploring the wider city gives a fuller picture of the place Jinnah helped to shape. Check ahead with the contact number above for current arrangements before you travel.