Hazrat-Dauda Cave

The Cave of Hazrat Daud in Uzbekistan is a historical monument that is overgrown with many legends about the Jewish king and prophet David, whom Allah endowed with supernatural power to hide from enemies through prayer. At the entrance to the cave are clearly visible traces of huge knees and fingers, symbolizing the sincerity of the prayer of David. A huge number of pilgrims and tourists visit the Cave of Hazrat Dauda every year to heal from illnesses and pray by touching the footsteps of the prophet. The cave is located at an altitude of 1250 meters, at the foot of the Zeravshan and Turkestan Ridges, in the Nurban district of Samarkand region.