Persian · noun · Faith & Sacred History

Aastana

आस्ताना

said aas-taa-na

also written: Astana

Meaning

The threshold or shrine of a saint, used to mean the saint's resting place.

Literally: threshold, doorstep

Related words

The shrine complex built over the grave of a Sufi saint, a centre of devotion.

The shrine or tomb of a saint, visited by pilgrims for blessings.