Indo Islamic Heritage
Nearest Metro Station: Qutub Minar Metro Station: Approximately 1.5 kilometers from Mehrauli, this station on the Yellow Line offers convenient access to various parts of Delhi. Nearest Bus Stand: Mehrauli Terminal: Serving as a major bus terminal, it connects Mehrauli to different parts of Delhi through multiple bus routes. Nearest Railway Station: Lajpat Nagar Railway Station: Located about 27 minutes away by foot, this station provides access to regional train services. Nearest Airport : Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): Approximately 11 kilometers from Mehrauli, the airport is accessible via road and public transport. These transit points ensure that Mehrauli is well-connected to the rest of Delhi and beyond.
Abd al-Haqq al-Dehlawi, born in 1551 in Delhi, was a prominent Islamic scholar, Sufi, and author. In 1587, he undertook the pilgrimage to Mecca, where he spent three years studying hadith and Sufism under various scholars. Upon returning to Delhi, he dedicated himself to teaching for approximately fifty years and authored over 100 works. Notable among his writings are a history of Medina and a compilation on the lives of saints. He passed away in 1642 in Delhi, and his mausoleum is located at the edge of Hauz-i-Shamsi near Qutub Minar in Mehrauli.
Year of Built: 17th Century
Address: Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi, India
Country: India
State: Delhi
District: South Delhi
Pincode: 110030
Longitude: 77.1787
Latitude: 28.5205