Delhi | 30.06.2019 | 04:30 pm ~ 06:30 pm

The Mosques We Miss - Untold Stories of Lodi Architecture

About the walk

'A story that is not told, is not heard.'

The Lodi dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate has contributed immensely to the architectural heritage of the city. A great number of beautiful mosques and tombs were constructed during this period, and stand today as splendid examples of late-Sultanate architecture. However, only a handful of buildings from this period—specifically a few structures within the Lodi Gardens—feature in popular narratives of Delhi’s built heritage. Many other equally important monuments remain scattered across the urban fabric of the modern metropolis, neglected and unappreciated.

This walk will weave through three mosques built during Lodi rule, between the late-15th and early-16th centuries—the Muhammad Wali Masjid, the Mosque of Darwesh Shah, and the Nili Masjid. Despite being fine specimens of Lodi mosque architecture, they remain mostly unknown and left out of the dominant narratives of Sultanate architecture. The walk will focus on appreciating the architectural value of these beautiful but lesser-known mosques. Participants will engage with these monuments primarily from an architectural standpoint, against the backdrop of how architectural and historical narratives play significant roles in defining the ‘value’ of buildings.  

So, join us as we celebrate the untold stories of Lodi architecture!

This guided tour is free.

Walk Time
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Walk Date
Meeting Time
04:15 pm

About the walk

'A story that is not told, is not heard.'

The Lodi dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate has contributed immensely to the architectural heritage of the city. A great number of beautiful mosques and tombs were constructed during this period, and stand today as splendid examples of late-Sultanate architecture. However, only a handful of buildings from this period—specifically a few structures within the Lodi Gardens—feature in popular narratives of Delhi’s built heritage. Many other equally important monuments remain scattered across the urban fabric of the modern metropolis, neglected and unappreciated.

This walk will weave through three mosques built during Lodi rule, between the late-15th and early-16th centuries—the Muhammad Wali Masjid, the Mosque of Darwesh Shah, and the Nili Masjid. Despite being fine specimens of Lodi mosque architecture, they remain mostly unknown and left out of the dominant narratives of Sultanate architecture. The walk will focus on appreciating the architectural value of these beautiful but lesser-known mosques. Participants will engage with these monuments primarily from an architectural standpoint, against the backdrop of how architectural and historical narratives play significant roles in defining the ‘value’ of buildings.  

So, join us as we celebrate the untold stories of Lodi architecture!

This guided tour is free.

Led By

Rohit Priyadarshi Sanatani
Rohit Priyadarshi Sanatani is an architect and urban designer based in Delhi. Having graduated with a Masters in architecture from CEPT University with a specialisation in urban design, history and theory, he has travelled extensively across North India, and has conducted tours focusing on specific narratives within the evolution of Islamic architecture in the Indian subcontinent. His area of interest lies in the architecture of the Delhi Sultanate. He loves writing about…

Meeting Time

04:15 PM

Meeting point

Siri Fort Wall ruins, Opposite ASI Children’s Museum, Khel Gaon Marg

Nearest Bus/Metro station

Green Park Metro

Disclaimer

The information & views presented by walk leaders and individual speakers are based on personal perspectives and points of view and do not necessarily represent views, opinions and official policies of Sahapedia.

Sahapedia reserves the right to cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed accordingly.

Maintaining safety during our events is our main priority. We have implemented several social distancing and safety measures to limit physical interactions between all attendees at the walk. Sahapedia/ India Heritage Walks is not responsible for any illnesses developing due to participation in physical events. 

 

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Email: ihw@sahapedia.org

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Please Note

  • No entry fee.
  • Photography allowed.
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes and carry water.
  • Please carry scarves/cap and wear ankle-length clothing for entry into the Nili Masjid.  Please maintain decorum in sacred places.
  • No authorised parking available at the meeting point.