Nili Chhatri, Delhi

#144 among attractions in Delhi

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Nili Chhatri Temple is an ancient Hindu temple in New Delhi, India dedicated to Shiva. It is believed that the eldest Pandava brother, Prince Yudhishthira of Mahabharata, established the temple and the Nigambodh Ghat adjacent to it, and conducted Aswamedha Yajna from here. The temple located in the Yamuna bazaar area close to the Baharadur Shahi Gate of Salimgarh Fort, on Ring Road close to the banks of the Yamuna river exists even today. The temple has been mentioned only infrequently in various chronicles of Delhi. ()

Coordinates: 28°39'46"N, 77°14'33"E

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Central Delhi (Civil Lines)Delhi India

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Nili Chhatri – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

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Iconic 1600s imperial residence and museum
Red Fort, Delhi
13 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.
0.8 miSW
Red Fort and crowded, colorful markets
Chandni Chowk, Delhi
20 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 miW
Memorial
Lothian Cemetery, Delhi
10 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...
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Mosque
Moti Masjid, Delhi
11 min walk • The Moti Masjid is a white marble mosque inside the Red Fort complex in Delhi, India. Located to the west of the Hammam and close to the Diwan-i-Khas, it was built by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb from 1659-1660.
0.6 miSW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir, Delhi
16 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.
0.7 miW
Church
St. James' Church, Delhi
19 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.
0.8 miSW
Mosque, Flea market, Shopping
Sunehri Masjid, Delhi
21 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.
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Forts and castles
Diwan-i-Am, Delhi
13 min walk • The Diwan-i-Am, or Hall of Audience, is a room in the Red Fort of Delhi where the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and his successors received members of the general public and heard their grievances.
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Shopping, Market
Chhatta Chowk, Delhi
14 min walk • The Chhatta Chowk is a long passage way that contains a bazaar, or market, located in the Red Fort of Delhi, India. The Chhatta Chowk is located behind the Lahori Gate and is set within an arched passage.
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Forts and castles
Lahori Gate, Delhi
14 min walk • The Lahori Gate is the main entrance to the Red Fort in Delhi. The fort is approached through a covered street flanked by arcaded apartments called the Chhatta Chowk.
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Forts and castles
Diwan-i-Khas, Delhi
12 min walk • The Diwan-i-Khas, or Hall of Private Audiences, was a chamber in the Red Fort of Delhi built-in 1648 as a location for receptions. It was the location where the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan received courtiers and state guests. It was also known as the Shah Mahal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nili Chhatri?

Nearby attractions include Princes' quarter, Delhi (7 min walk), Shahi Burj, Delhi (8 min walk), Hayat Bakhsh Bagh, Delhi (9 min walk), Nigambodh Ghat, Delhi (10 min walk).

How to get to Nili Chhatri by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nili Chhatri:

Bus

Lal Quila • Lines: 118Ext, 347, 348, 405, 419, 425, 502 (12 min walk)
Gpo • Lines: 118Ext, 148, 347, 348 (13 min walk)

Metro

Lal Quila • Lines: Violet Line (13 min walk)
Shastri Park • Lines: Red Line (17 min walk)

Train

Delhi Junction (23 min walk)