Ghaziuddin Khan Madarsa Information :

Location:Near Ajmeri Gate in Old Delhi
Open: On all days
Admission: Free and open to all.
Preferred Timings:Sunrise to sunset
Nearest Railway Station: Old Delhi Railway Station
Nearest Metro Station: Chawri Bazaar
Functional Metro Station: Chawri Bazaar
Nearest International Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport
Time required for sightseeing: 30 minutes

Ghaziuddin Khan Madarsa in Delhi :  

Located near Ajmeri Gate in Old Delhi, Ghaziuddin's madarsa and tomb was built Mir Shahbuddin, a highly respected and influential courtier and minister during the reign of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. The title of 'Ghazi-ud-Din Khan' was conferred on him and his son Mir Qamar-ud-Din was the founder of the dynasty of Nizam of Hyderabad. The madarsa was built in 1692. English classes were introduced in 1824 and it came to be known as Anglo-Arabic School and later Anglo-Arabic College. The building has a large enclosure of arcaded apartments where the madarsa used to function. The entrance to this madarsa, which is one of the fine examples of madarsa architecture in Delhi, is through the eastern gate.

There is a mosque just west of the madarsa, which is surmounted by three domes and flanked by minarets. The prayer hall of the mosque has arched openings. Further on both sides of the mosque towards its north and south lie the two enclosures, which contains some graves. The enclosures have perforated stone screens. Among the three graves in the southern enclosure is one of the graves of Ghaziuddin Khan. Red sandstone has been used in each structure here, which gives a unifying look to the building.

Tourist Places near Ghaziuddin Khan's Madarsa and Tomb:

Jama Masjid:
The Jama Masjid is one of the largest and principal mosques of India which is visited by people from world over.

Chandni Chowk:
One of the biggest trading centers of Delhi, Chandni Chowk or the Moonlight Square is known for its exquisite handicrafts, beautiful jewellery, exotic food and its old world charm.

Red Fort:
This sandstone citadel of Delhi, the Red Fort or the Lal Qila on the western banks of Yamuna, is Shah Jahan’s majestic creation. The massive fort with pavilions and palatial mansions draws tourists from world over.

Rajghat:
This is the place where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. On the banks of Yamuna, the Rajghat is the perfect serene locale to take a stroll and recollect the unforgettable contribution of this great leader.

Ajmeri Gate:
One of the oldest gates of Delhi, the Ajmeri Gate used to be a gateway of Shahjahanabad. The gate with its arched openings still reminds us of the Mughal rule in India.

Kashmeri Gate:
During Sepoy Mutiny, the Kashmiri Gate was the place where the English and Indian troops fought a valiant war.

Dara Shikoh Library:
This was built by Shah Jahan’s son and later used as the residential place for David Octerlony who was the first British Resident of Delhi.

St James Church:
Consecrated in the year 1836, this church is quite similar to the St. Paul’s Cathedral in London.

Lothian Cemetery:
The first cemetery in Delhi which was built for the European soldiers who lost their lives in the 1857 Sepoy Mutiny.

Salimgarh Fort:
Built by Salim Shah who was Sher Shah’s son, the Salimgarh Fort was used as a artillery unit by the British during the 1857 revolt.

How to Reach:
Tourists can either take local buses from various points within the city to reach this monument or they can hire auto-rickshaws and taxis from Old Delhi.