Lodhi Tomb

Lodhi garden is a famous among all the young people in Delhi, particularly the lovers. The Lodhi garden is also known as the Mecca of lovers in Delhi. It lies in south Delhi on Lodhi road and between the khan market. The gardens are famous tourist spot and also perfect for shooting films. Many bollywood films have been shot here. The Lodhi gardens are famous for the tombs. The tombs include the tomb of Muhammad Shah, the tomb of Sikander Lodi, Sheesh Gumbad, and Bara Gumbad. These are the architectural structures of the 15th century. The Lodhi tomb is now under the protection of the Architectural Survey of India.

The Lodhi Tomb is tomb of Sikander Lodi, situated in the Lodhi gardens. It is similar to the tomb of Mohammad Shah. The tomb has octagonal chamber and is characterized by the roof full of stone Chhajjas. The corners are adorned by the stone Guldastas. The Lodhi Tomb was built by the son of Sikander Lodi, Ibrahim Lodi in year 1517. The Ibrahim Lodi was the last ruler of the Lodi Dynasty. Babar defeated Ibrahim Lodi in 1526, in First Battle of Panipat. The Tomb is octagonal in structure and depicts beautiful Mughal architecture. The Lodhi tomb has double dome top.

The Lodhi gardens were designed over two dynasties- the Saiyyad and the Lodi. During the British rule over India, it was also named as the Lady Wellington Park. The Lodhi Gardens were re landscaped in the year 1968 by J.A. Stein.