Tomb of Safdar Jang
Monument 18th-century Mughal-style tomb in Delhi
In Delhi’s Safdarjung district, the Tomb of Safdar Jang is an 18th‑century Mughal‑style mausoleum set in formal gardens; tourists study its domes, pietra dura details and proximity to Humayun’s Tomb and Lodi-era sites.
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The Tomb of Safdar Jang is an 18th-century Mughal-period mausoleum in Delhi, built as the funerary monument for Safdar Jang, a powerful noble of the late Mughal court.
Erected in the mid-1700s, the tomb represents one of the later examples of Mughal funerary architecture in northern India and reflects regional adaptations of the charbagh garden plan and late Mughal ornament.
The tomb stands in south-central Delhi within the National Capital Territory, accessible from major city roads and public transport corridors.
- Date and style: Constructed in the mid-18th century as the tomb of Safdar Jang, it is a late Mughal-period monument notable for its scale and garden layout.
What to See #
- Central mausoleum: Central mausoleum building set within a formal charbagh-style garden, featuring a large central dome and high plinth typical of late Mughal funerary architecture.
- Gateway and pavilions: Main entrance gate and flanking pavilions with decorative sandstone and marble inlay motifs added during the 18th century construction.
How to Get to Tomb of Safdar Jang #
The Tomb of Safdar Jang is on Safdarjung Road in South Delhi near the Safdarjung Enclave/Aurobindo Marg area. From the Delhi Metro, the nearest station is Jor Bagh on the Yellow Line - expect about a 1 km / 10-15 minute walk or a short auto/taxi ride from the station. The site is also served by multiple Delhi Transport Corporation buses that run along Safdarjung Road; taxis and app-based cars can reach it directly via Aurobindo Marg/Safdarjung Road.
Tips for Visiting Tomb of Safdar Jang #
- Enter via the main gate on Safdarjung Road where security and ticketing are concentrated; arriving just after opening reduces queueing and local school-group crowds.
- Visit early morning or late afternoon for the best light on the monument and far fewer visitors than mid-day when tour groups and buses arrive.
- Many visitors pass by without noticing the finer Mughal-era garden layout and carved stone details around the central tomb - take time to walk the full garden quadrants and inspect the plinths and inlaid ornamentation.
Best Time to Visit Tomb of Safdar Jang #
Best visited in Delhi's cool, dry months (November-February) when outdoor sightseeing is most comfortable.
Weather & Climate near Tomb of Safdar Jang #
Tomb of Safdar Jang'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 (723 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 26°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is the hottest month with highs of 39°C and lows of 28°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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July
July is hot, feeling like 35°C. Heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 36°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (233 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 33°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
