A monument which was present when India gained its freedom, it was present when India’s freedom struggle begun, it was also there when the Mughals invaded India and it  existed long before when Vasco Degama set foot on Indian sub-continent. A monument which is so old, Gol Gumad which is near JLN stadium lies vacant and unattended. One among the oldest existing tomb in the city, not much known is about the past of Gol Gumbad, but surely it is a testament of its 15-century architecture, which has withstood the wrath of time for over about 6 centuries. Situated on the intersection of Lodhi Road and Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, the Gol Gumbad narrates the past of the medieval city of Delhi. A square shaped monument with a dome on the top  the structure is still complete. Although the entry is cramped with gates of the tomb locked, you can take a visit of the tomb from the outside.

HISTORY OF THE ATTRACTION

Like there are many of the unknown tombs in Delhi, Gol Gumbad near JLN stadium is also a tomb without the past. Believed that it is of of 15 century, because of its constructive design. The board which is near the entry says the Tomb belongs to the Lodi dynasty. The Tomb outlast for all this period. Before 2010 Delhi, Common Wealth Games, the tomb was given a renovation. The paints which had earlier faded were stored and the tomb was fitted with colourful LED bulbs. Today, the monument be upright tall on the Lodhi Road, being a testament of royal past of Delhi. In order to conserve the monument, it has been closed to public befall.

GETTING THERE

The nearest metro station to get is JLN stadium on Violet Line of Delhi Metro. From there you just need to take an auto to reach Gol Gumbad.

THINGS TO DO IN & AROUND

The Gol Gumbad is situated very close to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Humayun’s Tomb. You can explore the Lodhi Garden, with in 10 minutes’ just drive from Gol Gumbad.

OPENING AND CLOSING TIMING

The tomb is open on all the days from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.

ENTRY FEES

There is no entry fee charged.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

Winters in Delhi is preferred as the best time to explore the city with climate being favourable for a sightseeing tour.