Mehrauli Archaeological Park
महरौली पुरातत्व उद्यान
A large wooded area beside the Qutub Minar, scattered with more than 100 monuments from different eras, including the Jamali Kamali Mosque and stepwells. It is free to enter and rarely crowded.
The park sits on the site of Delhi's oldest urban ruins, with architecture spanning the Delhi Sultanate, the Mughal era and the British period. Balban's Tomb is one of the earliest structures in India built with a true arch. The Jamali Kamali Mosque and Tomb are famous for their exquisite interior paintings, and Rajon ki Baoli is a well-preserved stepwell. Walking trails wind through the woods, making it a good pairing with the Qutub Minar on the same day. Entry is free, but some monuments are locked, so you may need to ask a caretaker for access. Visiting in a group during daylight is recommended.
Opening hours
About sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Qutb Minar
- Chhatarpur Temple
- Hauz Khas Complex & Village
- Dilli Haat (INA)
- National Rail Museum
- Safdarjung's Tomb
- Tughlaqabad Fort
- Lotus Temple