Sher Mandal, Delhi

Pragati Maidan

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Entry Fee & Ticket

Timings :- Sher Mandal remains open from 7 am to 7 pm. Entry Fee:- The entry fee for visiting Sher Mandal is Rs.5 per Indian person and Rs.100 for foreigner. | Indians - ₹30/-, Foreigners - ₹300/-, Children below 15 years - Free

Opening Time & Days

Sher Mandal opening and closing timing is 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Open Days

Sher Mandal is open every day for visitors.

Best Time to Visit

July, August, September

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Place Type

Monument

Nearest Metro Stations

Indraprastha Metro Station

1.4 km away

Supreme Court (Pragati Maidan) Metro Station

1.5 km away

Khan Market Metro Station

1.6 km away

Mandi House Metro Station

1.9 km away

Sher Mandal Nearby Bus Stops

Sunder Nagar Bus Stop

0 m away

Buses from Sunder Nagar

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Zoo Bus Stop

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Buses from Zoo

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National Stadium Bus Stop

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Buses from National Stadium

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Kaka Nagar Bus Stop

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Buses from Kaka Nagar

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How to Reach Sher Mandal

Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from Sher Mandal.

By air · Nearest Airport

Fly into IGI New Delhi Airport

14.8 km away
By rail · Nearest Railway Station

Take a train to Pragati Maidan Railway Station

1.5 km away
By road · Nearest Bus Terminal

Catch a bus from Kashmere Gate ISBT

7.0 km away

About Sher Mandal

Sher Mandal is a 16th-century octagonal pavilion located within the Purana Qila complex at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. It was originally built during the reign of Sher Shah Suri (c. 1540–1545) and later completed and used by Mughal emperor Humayun. As one of Delhi’s oldest surviving palaces, it draws scholars, history enthusiasts, and tourists interested in early Indo-Islamic architecture. The tower is made mainly of red sandstone and marble and stands prominently within the Purana Qila grounds, which cover about 30 hectares. Its design reflects the Afghan-Mughal architectural style, showcasing the evolving architectural influences of the period.

Architecture of Sher Mandal

Sher Mandal is a fine example of Indo-Afghan architecture, reflecting the Sur dynasty’s simple yet elegant design. Built under Sher Shah Suri in the early 1540s, the octagonal structure stands on a raised platform and is made mainly of rubble masonry with red sandstone plaster. The two-storey building has arched doorways and windows, allowing natural light and air while also serving defensive purposes. During the Mughal period, Humayun used the pavilion as a library and reportedly met his tragic death there in 1556. Its thick walls and vaulted interiors show an early example of a building combining residential and scholarly spaces, demonstrating both practicality and architectural skill of the period.

Main octagonal tower
Raised plinth platform
Vaulted interior rooms
Arched doors and windows
Terraced rooftop
Surrounding courtyard within Purana Qila

Interesting facts about Sher Mandal

The Sher Mandal symbolizes the contribution to architecture, education and intellectual pursuits during the early rule of the Mughal dynasty in India.Inside are the remains of decorative plaster-work and traces of stone-shelving where, possibly, the emperor's books were kept.Contrasting red sandstone with white marble inlays showcases early Mughal decorative restraint.It is a beautiful looking two storied and octagonal building with an Islamic dome on top. Its original work highlights Humayun's interest in astronomy and scholarly pursuits.Artifacts and excavation at Purana Qila indicate much older cultural layers beneath Sher Mandal’s site.Humayun’s reputed use of the upper chamber for astronomical observation reflects early Mughal scientific interests.

Sher Mandal FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Pragati Maidan, Delhi.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Sher Mandal: Timings :- Sher Mandal remains open from 7 am to 7 pm. Entry Fee:- The entry fee for visiting Sher Mandal is Rs.5 per Indian person and Rs.100 for foreigner. | Indians - ₹30/-, Foreigners - ₹300/-, Children below 15 years - Free Sher Mandal opening and closing timing is 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM..

𝒜. You should visit Sher Mandal during July, August, September months for best experience.