About Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, Delhi
Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya was one of the greatest saints of the Chishti Sufi order, famous for his compassion and his kitchen open to all. His tomb lies in the old village of Nizamuddin West, reached through a maze of lanes selling rose petals, sweets and caps. The marble shrine with its dome dates largely from the sixteenth century.
Nearby lie the graves of his disciple, the poet and musician Amir Khusrau, and of the Mughal princess Jahanara. On Thursday evenings and Fridays, after sunset prayers, qawwals sing the saint's praises in the courtyard in one of Delhi's most moving musical traditions. Humayun's Tomb is a short walk away.
What to see
- Tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya
- Grave of poet Amir Khusrau
- Thursday evening qawwali
- Jamaat Khana Mosque
- Baoli stepwell
Visiting Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, Delhi: practical guide
- Best time
- October to March
- Hours
- Open daily, roughly 5 am to 10:30 pm
- Entry
- Free; donations requested
- Dress code
- Head covered; modest clothing; remove shoes
- Nearest airport
- Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (DEL), 17 km
Tips from experienced pilgrims
- Arrive before sunset on Thursday for a seat
- Women cannot enter the inner tomb chamber but can view from outside
- Politely ignore aggressive donation requests
Festivals and special days
- Urs of Nizamuddin Auliya
- Basant at the dargah
- Urs of Amir Khusrau
Etiquette for visitors
Guidance drawn from Islam tradition. Always follow signs and local custodians.
- Dress modestly, covering arms and legs; women usually cover their hair in mosques.
- Remove shoes before entering the prayer hall.
- Avoid visiting during prayer times unless invited, and never walk in front of someone praying.
- Be discreet about eating, drinking and smoking in public during Ramadan days.
- Use your right hand for eating and giving or receiving items.
- Some mosques and the holy cities of Mecca and Medina are closed to non-Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, Delhi?
Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, Delhi is in New Delhi, Delhi, India, Asia. GPS coordinates: 28.5912, 77.2425. The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (DEL), 17 km.
What is the best time to visit Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, Delhi?
October to March
Is there an entry fee for Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, Delhi?
Free; donations requested Opening hours: Open daily, roughly 5 am to 10:30 pm
What should I wear when visiting Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, Delhi?
Head covered; modest clothing; remove shoes
Which religion is Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, Delhi sacred to?
Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, Delhi is sacred to Islam. Active place of worship.
