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Moth Ki Masjid - Nearby Attractions

The Moth Ki Masjid is a splendid mosque that marks the golden period of Mughal Architecture. It is characterized by remarkable ornamentation and certain unique features. Built of red sandstone there is a very interesting story associated with the construction of Moth Ki Masjid. This is a must see and so are the other Nearby Attractions of Moth ki Masjid. The Nearby Attractions of Moth Ki Masjid are as follows

Hauz Khas

Feroz Shah Tughlaq repaired the tank built by Ala-ud-din Khilji. By and by several monuments including his tomb, a mosque a madrasah and several other unknown structures were built in this complex. Presently the whole area is known as Haus Khas or Royal Tank. It houses shopping complexes and particularly mention worthy is the cosmopolitan Haus Khas village.

Siri Fort

Built by Ala-ud-din Khilji, the Siri Fort is so named because it is believed that he buried the heads of 8000 Mongol soldiers here. There is no evidence to support this story. At one time there were palaces, gates and a hall of thousand pillars but it is nearly in ruins now. What remains are the south eastern gate and remnants of the Tohfewala Gumbad Masjid.

Kalkaji Temple

The surviving portion of this temple dates back to the year 1764. It is dedicated to Goddess Kalka Devi. The myth that revolves around this temple is that it is in reality three thousand years old and the Pandavas as well as the Kauravas came to offer their prayers here.

Lotus Temple

The temple has been so named because it is shaped like a lotus which is the symbol of tenderness and purity. It belongs to the Bahai Faith which is the world's youngest relihgion. They advocate unification for they believe that there is just one caste in the world and that is Humanity. The quiet and serene atmosphere of this temple is the ideal place for meditation.

Nizamuddin's Shrine

This is the tomb of the famous Sufi saint Hazrat Nizamuddin. The original tomb does not exist any longer. It was rebuilt by Faridun Khan. The present one was ornamented by Shahjahan and Akbar. There are several other tombs and mosques in this area.

Chirag-i-Dihli's Dargah

This is the Dargah of the Sufi saint Nasir ud din Mahmud who was honored with the title of Chirag i Dihli. This tomb which has a square chamber supported by 12 pillars has a dome akin to that of Mubarak Shah. There are several other tombs, mosques, halls within the premises of this Dargah.

Make sure you visit all the Nearby Attractions of Moth Ki Masjid as they are all architectural marvels and historically important too.

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