Chor Minar, Delhi

Name: Chor Minar
Address: Aurobindo Marg, Delhi, India

#169 among attractions in Delhi

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Chor Minar or 'Tower of Thieves' is a 13th-century minaret with 225 holes, situated just off Aurobindo Marg in the Hauz Khas area, in New Delhi. The Chor Minar is nearly 700 to 800 years old. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 28°32'57"N, 77°12'25"E

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Aurobindo MargSouth Delhi (Sewa Nagar)Delhi India

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Chor Minar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ansal Plaza, Siri Fort Sports Complex, Hauz Khas Complex, Khirki Mosque.

1.4 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Ansal Plaza, Delhi
37 min walk • Ansal Plaza, nestled in the heart of Delhi, India, stands as a premier shopping destination that redefines the retail experience for the city's discerning shoppers. Opened in the late 1990s, this shopping center was among the first to bring the concept of a mall...
0.8 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Tennis court
Siri Fort Sports Complex, Delhi
20 min walk • The Siri Fort Sports Complex is a premier sports venue located in the heart of Delhi, India, and stands as a testament to the city's commitment to fostering a culture of physical fitness and sporting excellence. This expansive facility, which is managed by the Delhi...
0.9 miNW
Neighbourhood, Archaeological site
Hauz Khas Complex, Delhi
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Delhi, the Hauz Khas Complex stands as a testament to the rich historical tapestry of India. This archaeological site, with its ancient water tank, Islamic seminary, mosque, and tomb of Feroz Shah Tughlaq, is a remarkable blend of medieval...
1.4 miSE
Mosque, Historical place
Khirki Mosque, Delhi
37 min walk • Khirki Mosque, approached from the Khirki Village in South Delhi and close to the Satpula or the seven arched bridge on the edge of southern wall of Jahanpanah, was a mosque built by Khan-i-Jahan Junan Shah, the prime minister of Feroz Shah Tughlaq of the Tughlaq Dynasty.
1.1 miNE
Mosque
Jamali Kamali Mosque and Tomb, Delhi
29 min walk • Jamali Kamali Mosque and Tomb, located in the Archaeological Village complex in Mehrauli, Delhi, India, comprise two monuments adjacent to each other; one is the mosque and the other is the tomb of Jamali and Kamali.
0.9 miNW
Park, Garden, Playground
Deer Park, Delhi
24 min walk • Deer Park South Delhi also known as A.N. Jha Deer Park, is located in South Delhi. It was named after famous social worker Aditya Nath Jha. This place is popular for walking, jogging and weekend outings. Deer Park comprises many subsections such as Duck Park, Picnic Spots Rabbit Enclosures etc.
0.5 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Archaeological museum
Siri Fort Auditorium, Delhi
12 min walk • The Children's Museum, Siri Fort, established by the Archaeological Survey of India is a museum specifically created to educate children on the cultural, archaeological and historical heritage of India through replicated sculptures created from the existing well known sculptures in various museums and heritage sites in the country.
0.4 miW
Church
St. Mary's Orthodox Cathedral Hauz Khas, Delhi
11 min walk • St. Mary's Orthodox Cathedral, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, is a parish under the Delhi Diocese of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church.
1.1 miNE
Mosque
Moth ki Mosque, Delhi
30 min walk • Moth ki Mosque is a heritage building located in Delhi, and was built in 1505 by Wazir Miya Bhoiya, Prime Minister during the reign of Sikander Lodi of the Lodi dynasty. It was a new type of mosque developed by the Lodis in the fourth city of the medieval Delhi of the Delhi Sultanate.
0.7 miNE
Park
Gulmohar Park, Delhi
17 min walk • Gulmohar Park is a neighbourhood in South Delhi. This park lies between Hauz Khas and Gautam Nagar and is named after the red-flowered Gulmohar trees growing inside.
1 miW
Area
Delhi/South Delhi, Delhi
25 min walk • South Delhi is an administrative district of the National Capital Territory of Delhi in India with its headquarters in Saket. Administratively, the district is divided into three subdivisions, Saket, Hauz Khas, and Mehrauli.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chor Minar?

Nearby attractions include Hauz Khas, Delhi (9 min walk), St. Mary's Orthodox Cathedral Hauz Khas, Delhi (11 min walk), Green Park, Delhi (11 min walk), Shahpur Jat, Delhi (12 min walk).

How to get to Chor Minar by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chor Minar:

Bus

Shah Pur Jat • Lines: 413, 540, 540A (6 min walk)
Padmini Enclave • Lines: 335 (1), 335 (2), 344, 502, 507, 516, 517, 519, 548 (6 min walk)

Metro

Hauz Khas • Lines: Magenta Line, Yellow Line (10 min walk)
Green Park • Lines: Yellow Line (16 min walk)