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Akbarabadi Mosque at a Glance#

About Akbarabadi Mosque#

The Akbarabadi Mosque was a Mughal-period mosque in Old Delhi built by a royal patron known as Akbarabadi Begum. The structure was demolished by British forces in the aftermath of the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

Little of the original mosque survives as a functioning building; its history is tied to the Mughal urban fabric of Old Delhi and to events of the mid 19th century. The site lies within the National Capital Territory of Delhi.

1857 demolition: The mosque was a Mughal-era foundation and is notable for having been demolished by British forces after the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

Tips for Visiting Akbarabadi Mosque#

If seeking the site connected to 1857 events, consult local archives or the Archaeological Survey of India-street-level signage is often absent.
Respect the fact that the mosque was demolished in the 19th century; there is no functioning mosque at the historic site today.
Visit nearby Humayun's Tomb or Nizamuddin for surviving Mughal-era architecture if interested in period context.

Best Time to Visit Akbarabadi Mosque#

For historical exploration in Delhi, the cool winter months (November-February) are most comfortable.

Winters

November-February · 5-20°C

Cool, dry weather suitable for exploring Delhi's historic sites and monuments.

Monsoon shoulder

September-October · 25-35°C

Heat easing after summer with occasional rain; crowds are fewer than in peak winter.

Weather & Climate near Akbarabadi Mosque#

Climate

Akbarabadi Mosque's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 40°C. Moderate rainfall (736 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 179 Unhealthy

Best Time to Visit

NovemberAprilOctober

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

49°

Warmest Month

-1°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	Excellent	8° - 21°	15°	21 mm	mostly sunny	44%	0.9 m/s	0.6 moderate	10.4h
February	Ideal	10° - 24°	17°	13 mm	mostly sunny	41%	1.3 m/s	1.0 moderate	11.1h
March	Ideal	15° - 30°	23°	15 mm	mostly sunny	33%	1.6 m/s	1.5 high	11.9h
April	Ideal	21° - 37°	29°	8 mm	mostly sunny	24%	1.6 m/s	1.9 very high	12.7h
May	Excellent	26° - 40°	33°	11 mm	mostly sunny	23%	1.9 m/s	2.1 extreme	13.4h
June	Very Good	28° - 40°	34°	46 mm	some cloud	37%	1.7 m/s	1.9 very high	13.8h
July	Acceptable	27° - 35°	35°	215 mm	overcast	63%	1.5 m/s	1.7 very high	13.6h
August	Acceptable	26° - 34°	36°	241 mm	partly cloudy	75%	1.2 m/s	1.7 very high	13.0h
September	Very Good	25° - 34°	34°	124 mm	mostly sunny	69%	1.1 m/s	1.6 very high	12.2h
October	Ideal	19° - 33°	26°	31 mm	clear	51%	0.9 m/s	1.1 high	11.4h
November	Ideal	13° - 28°	20°	5 mm	clear	43%	0.8 m/s	0.7 moderate	10.6h
December	Excellent	9° - 23°	16°	6 mm	mostly sunny	42%	0.7 m/s	0.5 moderate	10.2h