Delhi Public Library, Delhi

Name: Delhi Public Library
Address: Shyama Prasad Mukherji Marg, Delhi, India

#336 among attractions in Delhi

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Delhi Public Library is a national depository library in the Indian Union Territory of Delhi. The library has 37 branches across the state. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1951 (73 years ago)Coordinates: 28°39'36"N, 77°13'47"E

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Shyama Prasad Mukherji MargCentral Delhi (Chandni Chowk)Delhi India

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Delhi Public Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, Lothian Cemetery.

0.7 miS
Vast, 17th-century Mughal-style mosque
Jama Masjid, Delhi
18 min walk • The Jama Masjid stands as a monumental example of Mughal architecture in the heart of Delhi, India. This grand mosque, completed in 1656, was commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, who is also known for the creation of the Taj Mahal.
0.7 miSE
Iconic 1600s imperial residence and museum
Red Fort, Delhi
20 min walk • The Red Fort, a majestic historical monument, stands as a testament to India's storied past in the heart of its capital, Delhi. This grand fortress, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638, served as the main residence of the Mughal dynasty for nearly 200 years.
~1630 ftSE
Red Fort and crowded, colorful markets
Chandni Chowk, Delhi
8 min walk • Chandni Chowk, the beating heart of Old Delhi, India, is not just a market; it's an experience that transcends time, bringing alive the rich tapestry of Indian history and culture. Established in the 17th century by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and designed by his...
0.4 miE
Memorial
Lothian Cemetery, Delhi
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Delhi, India, lies the Lothian Cemetery, a solemn reminder of the city's colonial past and a testament to its historical richness. This ancient burial ground, one of the oldest Christian cemeteries in the region, has been the final resting place...
0.5 miSW
Lively mosque dating to the 17th century
Fatehpuri Mosque, Delhi
13 min walk • Fatehpuri Mosque stands as a testament to the Mughal architecture in the heart of Delhi, India. Built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan's wives, the mosque is a striking example of the grandeur of the Mughal era.
0.5 miSE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir, Delhi
13 min walk • Shri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir is the oldest and best-known Jain temple in Delhi, India. It is directly across from the Red Fort in the historical Chandni Chowk area. The temple is known for an avian veterinary hospital, called the Jain Birds Hospital, in a second building behind the main temple.
0.4 miN
Church
St. James' Church, Delhi
11 min walk • St. James' Church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner, is one of the oldest churches in the city, and part of the Church of North India Diocese of Delhi. It is situated near Kashmiri Gate, at the intersection of Church Road and Lothian Road.
0.7 miS
Mosque
Masjid Mubarak Begum, Delhi
19 min walk • The Mubarak Begum Mosque also known as Randi ki Masjid is a 19th-century historical red sandstone mosque belonging to the Mughal Empire located in Hauz Qazi, Shahjahanabad, Delhi, the Chawri Bazaar metro station in India.
~1590 ftSE
Mosque, Flea market, Shopping
Sunehri Masjid, Delhi
8 min walk • The Sunehri Masjid is an 18th-century mosque in Old Delhi. It was built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah. It is located near the Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib in Chandni Chowk, once an imperial boulevard leading to the Red Fort.
~1210 ftSW
City hall
City Hall, Delhi
6 min walk • The Delhi Town Hall is a landmark building, at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi. It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi from 1866 during the British Raj till late 2009, when offices shifted to the new MCD Civic Centre on Minto Road in Central Delhi formally inaugurated in 2010.
0.8 miN
Palace
Qudsia Bagh, Delhi
20 min walk • Qudsia Bagh is an 18th-century garden complex and palace located in Old Delhi, India.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Delhi Public Library?

Nearby attractions include City Hall, Delhi (6 min walk), Gali Paranthe Wali, Delhi (8 min walk), Sunehri Masjid, Delhi (8 min walk), Chandni Chowk, Delhi (8 min walk).

How to get to Delhi Public Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Delhi Public Library:

Bus

Old Delhi Railway Station • Lines: 405, 425, 502 (4 min walk)
Gpo • Lines: 118Ext, 148, 347, 348 (9 min walk)

Metro

Chandni Chowk • Lines: Yellow Line (3 min walk)
Lal Quila • Lines: Violet Line (12 min walk)

Train

Delhi Junction (4 min walk)
Sadar Bazar (20 min walk)