Delhi has buried with many tales of wars in it, with romance and history in its heart. If you seek to untangle those, you would have to do it in the old school way, by exploring each every street of Delhi, visiting every neighbourhood and asking old people about the past and heritage of the city. While doing so you might hear about the Qudsia Bagh or Qudsia Garden. A forgotten monument in the Old Delhi, today which is left in ruins, narrating the glorious past of the time of its origin. Constructed by Begum Qudsia, who is the wife of Muhammad Shah, the complex was a palace in itself with all the luxury  required for which one could wish for. It had its waterfalls, gardens, palace and a private mosque to. Today only one Gateway stands big, paving way for Qudsia mosque. The garden was constructed in the Persian Charbagh style, with the four symmetrical gardens, with water canals running through. The surviving Baradari has 12 doors and it is a blend of both Persian and British architecture. The mosque which was a private worshipping place for the king and the queen these days serves to the locals of the neighbourhood.

HISTORY OF THE ATTRACTION

The Qudsia Bagh is believed to be built around 1748 for Qudsia Begum,The wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah. The monument complex resembled a palace constructed with all luxuries. The monuments suffered some damages during the time of rebellion of 1857. Over that time, the monument was let as ignored, with the locals offering Namaz in the mosque. Although, during its restoration drive in merger with INTACH (Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage), stored the remains of the monument. These days, tourist can witness the royal beauty of the monument. A water tank has been placed for worshippers to wash hands earlier to offering Namaz. Preserved by Archeological Survey of India, Qudsia Garden is an significant heritage site in Delhi.

GETTING THERE

The nearest metro station to get is the Kashmiri Gate Metro Station on the Yellow Line of Delhi Metro.

THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND

Situated in the popular neighbourhood of Old Delhi, tourist can visit monuments and markets in Kashmiri Gate.Tourist can also visit the Red Fort and Jama Masjid in Chandni Chowk, which is 4 km away from the Qudsia Bagh. Tourist can also explore the local markets of Chandni Chowk and Old Delhi.

OPENING AND CLOSING TIMING

These monument can be accessed at any time of the day. The Qudsia Garden is opened on all days of the week.

ENTRY FEES

There is no entry fee charged for Qudsia Garden

BEST TIME TO VISIT QUDSIA BAGH

It’s best advised to befall during winters and the cool climate helps in excruciating Delhi Darshan. You can befall the Qudsia Garden at any time of the year.