Daryaganj, Delhi

Name: Daryaganj
Address: Delhi, India

#290 among attractions in Delhi

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Daryaganj is a neighbourhood of Delhi inside the walled city of Shahjahanabad. The "darya" refers to the river Yamuna which was just outside the walled city. Daryaganj is one of the three sub-divisions and also the administrative headquarters of the Central Delhi District. It starts at Delhi Gate, at the edge of Netaji Subhash Road, which goes towards Red Fort. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 28°38'46"N, 77°14'35"E

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Daryaganj – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Veer Bhumi.

0.7 miNW
Vast, 17th-century Mughal-style mosque
Jama Masjid, Delhi
17 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 miN
Iconic 1600s imperial residence and museum
Red Fort, Delhi
17 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.
0.6 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
15 min walk • The Arun Jaitley Stadium, formerly known as Feroz Shah Kotla Ground, stands as an iconic cricket venue in the bustling city of Delhi, India. Established in 1883, it is the second-oldest cricket stadium in India and has been a witness to numerous historic moments in the...
0.4 miE
Simple marble memorial to Mahatma Gandhi
Veer Bhumi, Delhi
10 min walk • Veer Bhumi, located in the heart of Delhi, India, stands as a solemn tribute to one of the nation's former Prime Ministers, Rajiv Gandhi. This poignant memorial is dedicated to the memory of a leader whose life was abruptly ended by an assassination in 1991.
0.7 miN
Mosque
Moti Masjid, Delhi
19 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.
0.8 miNW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir, Delhi
21 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 miN
Forts and castles
Diwan-i-Am, Delhi
18 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.
0.8 miS
Memorial
Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi
21 min walk • The Feroz Shah Kotla or Kotla was a fortress built by Sultan Feroz Shah Tughlaq to house his version of Delhi city called Firozabad.
0.7 miN
Shopping, Market
Chhatta Chowk, Delhi
19 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.
0.7 miNW
Mosque
Panja Sharif, Delhi
18 min walk • Panja Sharif the oldest Karbala in the city of Delhi. It is located at Kashmiri Gate. It is a major majlis khana used for Karbala mourning ceremonies. Maulana Kalbe Rushaid Rizvi has addressed the ashrae majalis of Panja Sharif Imambargah for many years. Mirza Muhammad Kamil Dehlavi is buried there.
0.7 miN
Forts and castles
Lahori Gate, Delhi
19 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Daryaganj?

Nearby attractions include Delhi Gate, Delhi (10 min walk), Golden Mosque, Delhi (10 min walk), Veer Bhumi, Delhi (10 min walk), Delhi Gate, Delhi (12 min walk).

How to get to Daryaganj by public transport?

The nearest stations to Daryaganj:

Bus

Golcha Cinema • Lines: 118Ext, 347, 348, 405, 419, 425, 429, 502 (6 min walk)
Daryaganj • Lines: 118Ext, 347, 348, 405, 419, 425, 502 (6 min walk)

Metro

Jama Masjid • Lines: Violet Line (11 min walk)
Delhi Gate • Lines: Violet Line (13 min walk)

Train

Shivaji Bridge (34 min walk)
Delhi Junction (36 min walk)