Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is the most prominent Sikh gurdwara (house of worship), in Saddi Dilli, known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Hari Krishan, it houses a beautiful “fish laden” pond inside its complex known as the "Sarovar", the water from this Sarovar is considered holy and is commonly known as "Amrit". Gurudwara Bangla Sahib was first built as a small … [Read more...]
Saddi Dilli’s Chhatarpur Temple….
Shri Adhya Katyani Shakti Peeth Mandir popularly known as the Chhatarpur Temple gets its name from Saddi Dilli’s down town area Chhatarpur. The Chhatarpur Temple is one of the most popular Hindu temples in Dilli, it is located at a distance of about 4 kms from Qutab Minar. Extended over a wide area in serene ambiance, the temple presents a classic example of modern temple … [Read more...]
Nizamuddin Dargah in Saddi Dilli….
The Nizamuddin Dargah is close to the imposing Humayun’s Tomb in Dilli, which shoots into limelight during high profile visits, lays a humble marbled tomb of the 14th century saint, Nizamuddin Auliya. He lived in Dilli through the realms of 13 sultans. However, the palaces, forts and resorts built by his contemporary monarchs are now a wilderness of ruins. Yet, people from … [Read more...]
Saddi Dilli’s Lotus Temple….
In the heart of Saddi Dilli, the bustling capital of India, a lotus-shaped outline has etched itself on the consciousness of the city's inhabitants, capturing their imagination, fuelling their curiosity, and revolutionizing the concept of worship. This is the Baha'i Mashriqu'l-Adhkar, better known as the "Lotus Temple". With the dawning of every new day, an ever-rising tide of … [Read more...]
Saddi Dilli’s Jama Masjid….
Jama Masjid also known as 'Masjid-i-Jahanuma' or Mosque commanding view of the world was the principal mosque of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, who also built the Taj Mahal. This great mosque of Old Dilli is the largest in India, with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees. Its construction began in 1650 and it took 6 years to complete this magnificent example of the … [Read more...]
