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July 6, 2019 By Admin Leave a Comment

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Safdarjung Tomb : One of the Last Mughal Tombs

good forReasons to be here –
To enjoy picturesque vista, to satisfy the shutterbug in you and enjoy the calmness of seclusion!

entry fee Entry Fee –
Rs.5/ Person (Indians Residence)
Rs.100/ Person (Foreigners Residence)

timings Timings–
Daily, Timings: Sunrise to Sunset

directionWay to reach –
Located at the intersection of Safdarjung Road and Aurobindo Marg, you can take Metro to the Jor Bagh and then board public transport to reach your destination.

travellerTraveller’s Pick – About Safdarjung Tomb

Historical facts about Safdarjung Tomb
The Tomb of Safdarjung in Delhi is the resting place of Safdarjung, Nawab of Oudh (Awadh). It was built in 1754 and was based on Mughal architecture. Safdarjung was a viceroy of Muhammad Shah Sayyid and ruled over Awadh independently. Later on, after the death of Muhammad Shah, he was made the Prime Minister by Muhammad Shah Ahmad Shah, his successor to the throne. Soon, he usurped all power and became so powerful that the Emperor had to call Marathas to drive him out of Delhi. He died in 1753 and his son, Shuuja ud Daula, built this tomb for him after getting the permission of Emperor.

Key Features of the Tomb

  • Char Bagh Plan with Mausoleum at Center- Tomb is surrounded by square garden on all sides with each side being about 280 meters long.
  • Ninefold Floor Plan
  • Five-part Façade
  • Large Podium with hidden stairway- the podium measures 50 meters on each side.

The main entrance to the tomb is ornamented and decorated. It has a purple façade. The main mausoleum is made of Red and buff stones. The central chamber is square in shape and it has eight partitions. Interior of tomb is covered with rococo plaster. There are four pillar at the four corners outside the tomb. The walls of the tomb are high and made of rubble stone masonry.

There are three pavilions in the complex located in the western, northern and southern parts and named as “Jangli Mahal”, “Moti Mahal” and “Badshah Pasand” respectively.

Reasons for visiting this tomb

  • This is one of the oldest monuments of the Mughal era and this is the reason innumerable travelers come down to visit this popular tomb.
  • There are many more popular places that are directly connected with this tomb like Moti Mahal, jangli Mahal and others.
  • This tomb is full of grandeur and pomp and different luxurious styles have been implemented for signifying the golden era.
  • The tomb is very much close to Lodi road and there are many more attractive places around this road.
  • You will find many popular market places in around this tomb from where you can purchase different kinds of hand-craft items that bear traditional designs. These designs will definitely make you remind of ancient Mughal culture and art.

You need to visit the tomb during the daytime so that you can thoroughly enjoy the outstanding beauty and architectural glory of the tomb. The enclosed garden has got amazing decorations as it is being equipped with elaborated plaster carvings.

You can now get a great ambience around this tomb and thus you can thoroughly enjoy the natural beauties with your family. If you are planning to choose any historical place for excursion, then this tomb is the best option. You can take pictures of this monument very closely so that you can preserve them as memories.

“Been outshined by myriad of monuments and places in Delhi, Safdarjung tomb still hasn’t lost its sheen in terms of artistic value and the cultural significance which are implicitly embodied in every inch of this symbolic representation of Indian heritage.”

Location and Metro Connectivity

Safdarjung tomb is located at the intersection point of Lodi Road and Sir Aurobindo Marg. It is right next to Delhi Golf Club.

Jor Bagh Metro Station of the Yellow Line is the closest station to this historic monument.

It is also in close vicinity of Safdarjung airport.

nearby Nearby Attractions –

Library – A library is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India over the main gateway which is not just for bibliophiles.

Nearby market places – Go on shopping spree. Buy handicrafts, various artifacts, books, and luxury goods from the nearby market places when at Safdarjung Tomb.


travel tip TRAVELER’S ESSENTIALS –

Anyone looking to justify their excursion to Safdarjung Tomb must carry a camera to capture the moments spent in the secluded nirvana of this tomb!

Hotels near Safdarjung Tomb

hotel THE CLARIDGES NEW DELHI
Address: 12, Aurangzeb Road, New Delhi, DL 110011
Star Rating: 5 star hotel *****
Distance: 2.4 km
Phone: 011 4133 5133
Website: www.claridges-hotels.com
hotel THE TAJ MAHAL HOTEL
Address: No.1, Mansingh Road, New Delhi, DL 110001
Star Rating: 5 star hotel *****
Distance: 2.7 km
Phone: 011 2302 6162
Website: www.tajhotels.com
hotel VIVANTA BY TAJ – AMBASSADOR
Address: Sujan Singh Park, Subramania Bharti Marg, Behind Khan Market, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Star Rating: 5 star hotel *****
Distance: 3.2 km
Phone: 011 2463 2600
Website: www.tajhotels.com
hotel AHUJA RESIDENCY GOLF LINKS
Address: 193, Golf Links, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Distance: 3.0 km
Phone: 011 2461 1027
Website: www.ahujaresidency.com
hotel AHUJA RESIDENCY SUNDER NAGAR
Address: 3, Mathura Road, Sunder Nagar, New Delhi, DL 110003
Distance: 4.0 km
Phone: 011 4578 5000
Website: www.ahujaresidency.com
hotel SHERVANI NEW DELHI
Address: 11, Sunder Nagar, New Delhi, DL 110003
Star Rating: 4 star hotel ****
Distance: 4.1 km NW
Phone: 011 4350 8686
Phone: www.shervanihotels.com
hotel JUKASO INN, NEW DELHI
Address: Sundar Nagar, New Delhi, DL 110003
Distance: 3.7 km
Website: www.jukaso.co.in
hotel MAULSARI BED & BREAKFAST
Address: Sundar Nagar, New Delhi, DL 110003
Distance: 3.3 km
Phone: 098 10 808281
Website: www.maulsari.com
hotel THE OBEROI, NEW DELHI
Address: Opposite Delhi public School, Dr Zakir Hussain Marg, New Delhi, DL 110003
Star Rating: 5 star hotel *****
Distance: 4.2 km
Phone: 011 2436 3030
Website: www.oberoihotels.com
hotel AMAN NEW DELHI
Address: Lodhi Road, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Distance: 3.6 km
Phone: 011 4363 3333
Website: www.amanresorts.com
hotel BLOOMROOMS
Address: 7, Link Rd, Jangpura, New Delhi, DL
Distance: 3.9 km
Phone: 011 4126 1400
Website: www.bloomrooms.com
hotel MEGHA HOMESTAY
Address: Megha Homestay, K-50, Jangpura Extn, Near Post Office, Jangpura, New Delhi, DL
Distance: 4.6 km
Phone: 098 11 788885

Restaurants near Safdarjung Tomb

restaurant MASALA JUNCTION
Multi-Cuisine (Indian, Chinese)
Timings: Noon to 3pm, 7pm to Midnight
Meal for two – Rs. 1000/-
Address: C-2, SDA Commercial Complex, Opp. IIT Gate, New Delhi
Phone: 26601414-15
restaurant PIZZA SQUARE
Fast Food (Pizzeria)
Timings: 11am to 1am
Meal for two – Rs. 400/-
Address: C-14, 1st Floor, Community Centre, SDA, Opp. IIT Gate, New Delhi
Phone: 41011234, 64511234
restaurant RAINBOW’S BAKERY AND PATISSERIE
Bakery & Confectionery, Fast Food, Multi-Cuisine
Timings: 10am to 11pm
Meal for two – Rs. 300/-
Address: C-15, SDA Community Centre, Opp. IIT Main Gate, New Delhi
Phone: 26513300, 26964700, 41657300
restaurant RAJINDER EXPRESS
Multi-Cuisine (North Indian, Chinese)
Timings: 11am to Midnight
Meal for two – Rs. 600/-
Address: AB-14, Safdarjung Enclace, Opp. Safdarjung Club, DDA Market, New Delhi
Phone: 26100355, 46036644/55
restaurant ROSANG
Multi-Cuisine (North-Eastern, Chinese)
Timings: 11am to 10.30pm
Meal for two – Rs. 300/-
Address: 112, Ground Floor, NCC Gate, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi
Phone: 9711925422, 9711925133

 

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