Mehrauli

Mehrauli is a neighborhood in the southern part of Delhi, India. It lies at the southern edge of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, near the Mehrauli-Badarpur road and adjacent to the Qutub Minar complex. It is one of Delhi’s oldest inhabited areas, with a history that extends from early medieval times.

The area is known for the Mehrauli Archaeological Park, a protected site that contains ruins spanning from the 8th to the 18th centuries. Highlights include Lal Kot, the medieval fortress of the Tomara dynasty; the Qutub Minar complex, which encompasses the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, the Iron Pillar, and the Alai Darwaza; as well as monuments such as Jamali Kamali Tomb and Mosque, Adham Khan’s Tomb, and Rajon ki Baoli. The park covers a substantial area and contains numerous tombs, mosques, and other remnants from successive eras.

In contemporary times Mehrauli is a mixed residential and commercial neighborhood with historic sites that attract visitors. The area is connected by road and is served by the Delhi Metro’s Yellow Line via the nearby Qutub Minar station, providing access to central and south Delhi. Local markets, schools, and recreational spaces coexist with heritage sites, reflecting Mehrauli’s role as a historic core within a modern urban milieu.