Thursday, December 26th, 2024

There is a Taj Mahal not only in Agra but also in Delhi, there is also one here where Mughals used to eat food, entry is free.


What we plan before traveling is that we get to have adventures in one place and see some things. But it is a bit difficult to get all this at one place. Yes, there is one place in Delhi where you can get all this. We are talking about the Archaeological Park located in Mehrauli, Delhi, where entry is absolutely free and couples in love come here the most. Not only this, people also call this park the Taj Mahal of Delhi and the best picnic spot of Delhi. It is also known as Couples Park. If you want to go, then first know about this place. (All photos courtesy: wikimedia commons)

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The park is surrounded by dense forest, due to which people find it a very adventurous place. The entire park is spread over 200 acres and has more than 100 monuments. Remains of Rajput, Mughal and British periods can also be seen in this park, and that is why this place is unique for the people.

This is the Taj Mahal of Delhi

This is the Taj Mahal of Delhi

In this park there is Jamali Kamali Mosque, Jamali people know as Kavi. There is also a grave of someone close to him/her, Kamali. This place is called Jamali Kamali, people know it as a symbol of love like Taj Mahal. Apart from this, Metcalfe Boat House, Metcalfe Guest House, Rose Garden, Quli Khan’s Tomb and Rajas Ki Baoli can also be seen here.

The place is no less than an adventure

The place is no less than an adventure

People call the Baoli of the Kings a maze, because here one has to go inside from one room and come out from another room. Such a maze is truly an adventure for humans. Quli Khan’s tomb here Delhi Tomb Apart from this, there is another mausoleum inside the park, which has only four graves. That’s why people also consider it haunted.

You can get the shoot done for Rs 5000

You can get the shoot done for Rs 5000

People like the beauty of this park very much. Being historical buildings, video shoots and photo shoots also take place here. This is the reason if you do a pre-wedding shoot, you will have to pay Rs 5000. This park remains open from 7 am in the morning till 9 pm, this place closes at 9 pm.

The stone café here is also unique

The stone café here is also unique

Inside the park you will also find Stone Café, which was started a few months ago, the place where people used to sit and eat food during the British Mughal and Rajput times. That place has been converted into a restaurant. This is a round shaped restaurant, with round shaped seats all around.

In food, you will get Chinese, Continental, Desi tea and coffee. The food in the restaurant is cheap, while the unique view while sitting here also attracts people a lot. However, before entering the restaurant, you will have to buy a ticket of Rs 50 and pay for the food separately.

How to reach Mehrauli Archaeological Park

How to reach Mehrauli Archaeological Park

By Metro:
Travel by Yellow Line of Delhi Metro and get down at Qutub Minar Metro Station.
After exiting the metro station, Mehrauli Archaeological Park is about 1-2 kilometers away. You can take an auto rickshaw or cab to reach there.
If you prefer walking, you can reach there in about 15-20 minutes.
By bus:
Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses ply around Qutub Minar or Mehrauli. Get down at Qutub Minar bus stop and take an auto rickshaw or walk from there.
From your car:
If you are going by your own car, set the location “Mehrauli Archaeological Park” using Google Maps.
Parking facility is available near the park.

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