HISTORICALSOFINDIA: Jamali Kamali Tomb

The Jamali Kamali mosque and tombs are located near the Archaeological survey Park, on the western side of the Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, Mehrauli, about 300 meters south of Balban’s tomb. The construction of the mosque was started around 1528-29 during the rule of Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire but was completed during Humayun’s reign. His tomb was also built in 1528-29, though he died in the year 1535-36. Jamali was the nom de plume of a saint and poet, Shaikh Fazlullah who was also known as Jalal Khan. He lived from the reign of Sultan Sikander Lodi till that of Mughal emperor Humayun and was a favorite of both kings.

Information for Tourist

Address of the Tomb: - Near the Archaeological survey Park, on the western side of the Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, about 300 meters south of Balban’s tomb, Mehrauli, Delhi, India.

How to Reach: Visitors can either take local buses, or they can hire auto-rickshaws and taxis or take the metro rail from any part of the city.

Time to Visit: Open on all days.

Best Timings: sunrise to sunset.Fees: The tomb is Free for all the people.

Photographs: You can also take photograph easily.

Nearest Railway Station: Nizamuddin Railway Station.

Nearest Metro Station: Central Secretariat.

Functional Metro Station: Central Secretariat.

Nearest International Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport

Time required for sightseeing: About 30 minutes

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