Moth Ki Masjid, Delhi

South Extension II

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Entry Fee & Ticket

Timings:-There is no visitor fee to the Moth Mosque and it is open on all days from sunrise to sunset. | No Entry Fee

Opening Time & Days

Moth Ki Masjid opening and closing timings is 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Open Days

Moth Ki Masjid is open to visitors every day.

Best Time to Visit

July, August, September

Place Visit With

Family Married Couples Friends Parents Siblings

Place Type

Religious Place

Nearest Metro Stations

South Extension Metro Station

984 m away

Moolchand Metro Station

1.2 km away

Green Park Metro Station

1.5 km away

AIIMS Metro Station

1.7 km away

Moth Ki Masjid Nearby Bus Stops

Yusuf Sarai Bus Stop

977 m away

Buses from Yusuf Sarai

465 505 507CL

Green Park Bus Stop

977 m away

Buses from Green Park

465 505 507CL

Central School Bus Stop

977 m away

Buses from Central School

419LSTL 425CL 425STL

Central School (KV) Bus Stop

977 m away

Buses from Central School (KV)

425CL 425STL 445A

How to Reach Moth Ki Masjid

Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from Moth Ki Masjid.

By air · Nearest Airport

Fly into IGI New Delhi Airport

11.7 km away
By rail · Nearest Railway Station

Take a train to Lajpat Nagar Railway Station

3.0 km away
By road · Nearest Bus Terminal

Catch a bus from Kashmere Gate ISBT

12.2 km away

About Moth Ki Masjid

The Moth Mosque is a heritage building located in Delhi, and was constructed in the early 16th century during the reign of Sikandar Lodi, ruler of the Lodi dynasty. The mosque was built by Miya Bhoiya, a nobleman of the Lodi court, which was completed in 1505. It was a new type of mosque developed by the Lodis in the fourth city of Delhi during the medieval period of the Delhi Sultanate. The mosque is now completely surrounded by the modern locality of South Extension Part II, Uday Park and Masjid Moth, which consists of residential and commercial establishments in the urban setting of South Delhi.

Architecture of Moth Ki Masjid

The Moth Mosque displays a mixture of Islamic and Indian architectural styles. It is built of red sandstone and adorned with decorative elements including intricate carvings and geometric designs. The mosque has a three-domed structure, with the central dome being the largest. The prayer hall has a mihrab (prayer niche) and a pulpit. The beautiful architecture and design reflect the artistic sensibilities of the Lodi period.The mosque's central dome stands as a focal point, while the use of white marble enhances its visual appeal.

Interesting facts about Moth Ki Masjid

Moth ki Masjid is a relatively quiet and less crowded historical site in Delhi.It is a great place for history buffs and those interested in exploring lesser-known monuments.This mosque is famous for its beautiful structure and unique history.Moth's mosque has an elaborate prayer hall that is rectangular and measures 41 (north-south) x 9 (east-west) meters. Its interior is connected by five bays located on the eastern elevation.The innermost space is made of white marble with rectangular red sandstone panels.The northern and southern walls of the mosque have windows opening at ground level. They also have balconies supported by raised stone brackets over the windows.

Moth Ki Masjid FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at South Extension II, Delhi.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Moth Ki Masjid: Timings:-There is no visitor fee to the Moth Mosque and it is open on all days from sunrise to sunset. | No Entry Fee Moth Ki Masjid opening and closing timings is 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM..

𝒜. You should visit Moth Ki Masjid during July, August, September months for best experience.