A place of refuge

A safe haven – that's what Basti Nizamuddin has always been, in the heart of bustling Delhi. A small, manageable world, an urban village. But above all, a center for Islamic mysticism housing one of the most beautiful shrines in India.This rich ethnographic narrative provides a vibrant picture of life at this unique pilgrimage site, depicting the history and daily lives of its inhabitants, their religious rituals, cultural traditions, and extraordinary encounters. Moreover, the author reflects deeply on the challenges of ethnological fieldwork, and on questions of the experience of self and others.