Lodhi Gardens in New Delhi

History of Lodhi Gardens

The earliest tomb in the garden, the tomb of Mohammed Shah, was built in the year 1444 by Ala-ud-din Alam Shah. The tomb was built in the loving memory of the then ruler, Mohammed Shah. As compared to other Mughal architecture in India, Lodhi Garden has only a limited architecture from these two periods. It is considered as an important place of preservation. During the rule of emperor Akbar, the Garden was remodeled to be used as an observatory and to safeguard the records in a library built there. 

Structure of Lodhi Gardens

The Lodhi Garden was originally named after Lady Willingdon, the then-wife of the British Resident. The Garden was a venture to protect the Lodi-era tombs and preserve it as a tourist attraction. The garden is equipped with more than one hundred species of trees and more than fifty species of rare birds and butterflies. The Garden is not only home to flora and fauna but also acts as a protected habitat for them. Inside the Lodhi Garden, there are more than a dozen fabulous Mughal monuments that were constructed in the 15th century. The most notable structures of the Lodhi Garden are Mohammed Shah’s tomb, twin tombs of Bada Gumbad and Sheesh Gumbad and the walled complex of Sikander Lodi's tomb. Spot the Athpula which is an eight-pierced bridge running a small lake. This dates back to Emperor Akbar’s reign.

Things to do at Lodhi Garden

Lodhi Garden is a great place for photography. Visit early in the morning to capture some stunning pictures. 

There are a lot of options to explore the local food of Delhi near the Lodhi Gardens. Spare some time in the evening to taste these items. 

Lodhi Garden is also a perfect spot for relaxing. Grab a book along and head out early in the morning for a refreshing experience. 

Attractions Near Lodhi Garden

India International Centre: Located just 500 m away from the Lodhi Garden, India International Centre is a cultural hub where a plethora of events and workshops take place.     

Khan Market: Named after Khan Abdul Jabbar Khan, an incredible freedom fighter, Khan Market is located just 800 m away from Lodhi Garden. It is one of the best places to shop in Delhi.

Humayun Tomb: Humayun Tomb is located just 2.8 km away from Lodhi Garden. It is one of the finest Mughal structures.   

Swaminarayan Akshardham: Akshardham is one of the best places to visit from Lodhi Garden. The distance between the two placed is 9.6 km.