Indo Islamic Heritage
Approach: Approximately 50 meters west of Delhi Qutub Road, and around 1.5 kilometers north-west of Hauz Khas Metro Station towards Sri Aurobindo Marg. Airport: Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport Railway Station: Nizamuddin Railway Station Bus Station: Hauz Khas Bus Stand
Bibi Zainab was the fortunate daughter of Bibi Jannat, who was the sister of the revered Sufi saint Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya. Her grave continues to attract devotees who visit to offer prayers, sweets, and flowers as a mark of devotion. The site is designed in the Tughlaq architectural style and is located within a modern double enclosure, with an entrance on the eastern side. The inner marble balustrade surrounding the grave is particularly impressive. The grave itself rests on a raised platform measuring approximately 1.7 meters by 1.97 meters. An inscription dedicated to Bibi Zainab is fixed on the northern wall of the inner enclosure, stating: “Her Holiness Bibi Zainab Sahiba, the fortunate daughter of Her Holiness Bibi Jannat—may the blessings of God be upon them.” The enclosure is built using cement concrete, marble, and steel jali, reflecting a blend of traditional reverence and modern construction materials.
Year of Built: 14th - 15th Century
Address: Adhichini village, to the west of Sri Arbindo Marg
Country: India
State: Delhi
District: South Delhi
Pincode: 110017
Longitude: 77 11 50
Latitude: 28 32 15