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Jahaz Mahal was built by the Lodi dynasty during 1452 to 1526. According to historians, it was built as an inn. So that the guests coming from far away can get a place to stay. During that period, many travelers from Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Arabia, Turkey and Morocco used to come to Delhi and did not have any accommodation arrangement. That's why this palace was built

Jahaz Mahal was built by the Lodi dynasty during 1452 to 1526. According to historians, it was built as an inn. So that the guests coming from far away can get a place to stay. During that period, many travelers from Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Arabia, Turkey and Morocco used to come to Delhi and did not have any accommodation arrangement. That’s why this palace was built

There is a big story behind naming this palace Jahaz Mahal. Actually this palace was built on the banks of Hauz-e-Shamsi lake. It is said that when the shadow of this building fell on the lake, it looked as if a ship was floating in water. For this reason this building came to be called Jahaz Mahal.

There is a big story behind naming this palace Jahaz Mahal. Actually this palace was built on the banks of Hauz-e-Shamsi lake. It is said that when the shadow of this building fell on the lake, it looked as if a ship was floating in water. For this reason this building came to be called Jahaz Mahal.

With time the Hauz-e-Shamsi lake almost dried up. But Jahaz Mahal still stands with its beauty. However, its walls and stairs are dilapidated. Yet the sandstone pillars, colorful tiles and beautiful umbrellas keep its historical beauty alive.

With time the Hauz-e-Shamsi lake almost dried up. But Jahaz Mahal still stands with its beauty. However, its walls and stairs are dilapidated. Yet the sandstone pillars, colorful tiles and beautiful umbrellas keep its historical beauty alive.

A flower fair is organized every year in the month of October in Jahaz Mahal. This tradition is years old. The British had stopped it in 1942 but Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru restarted it in 1961. Even today, flower sellers and tourists from all over the country come to this fair in large numbers.

A flower fair is organized every year in the month of October in Jahaz Mahal. This tradition is years old. The British had stopped it in 1942 but Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru restarted it in 1961. Even today, flower sellers and tourists from all over the country come to this fair in large numbers.

Jahaz Mahal is located near Hauz-e-Shamsi Lake in Mehrauli area of ​​Delhi. Metro is the easiest option to reach here. This palace is about one kilometer away from Chhatarpur station of Yellow Line Metro. Free entry is available here from 6 am to 7 pm.

Jahaz Mahal is located near Hauz-e-Shamsi Lake in Mehrauli area of ​​Delhi. Metro is the easiest option to reach here. This palace is about one kilometer away from Chhatarpur station of Yellow Line Metro. Free entry is available here from 6 am to 7 pm.

If you are planning to visit Jahaz Mahal then the month of October is considered to be the best. During this time, a flower fair is organized here and the atmosphere becomes completely like a festival.

If you are planning to visit Jahaz Mahal then the month of October is considered to be the best. During this time, a flower fair is organized here and the atmosphere becomes completely like a festival.

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Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday (October 20, 2025) congratulated all the countrymen on the occasion of Diwali. To celebrate the occasion of Diwali in a unique way, Rahul Gandhi reached the famous sweet shop of Old Delhi, Ghantewala Sweet Shop, where he tried to make Imarti and gram flour laddus.

The former Congress President also posted a video of his unique Diwali on social media platform X. In the post, Rahul Gandhi is seen talking to the owner of a sweet shop. During this time, he can also be seen making Imarti and gram flour laddus in the sweet shop.

He wrote in his video post, ‘Tried my hand in making Imarti and gram flour laddus at the famous and historical Ghantewala sweet shop of Old Delhi. The sweetness of this centuries old prestigious shop is still the same – pure, traditional and heart touching. The real sweetness of Diwali is not only in the plate, but also in relationships and society.

Rahul Gandhi further said, ‘Tell us all, how are you celebrating your Diwali and how are you making it special?’

Sweet shop owner is waiting for Rahul Gandhi’s marriage

The owner of a famous sweet shop in Old Delhi, during his meeting with Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on the occasion of Diwali, said that now everyone is waiting for his (Rahul) marriage. The sweet seller said that Rahul Gandhi should get married soon.

In the video, the owner of the sweet shop can be heard saying, ‘We have served your grandfather Jawaharlal Nehru, grandmother Indira Gandhi, father Rajiv Gandhi and sister Priyanka Gandhi. Now just waiting for one thing, you are requested to get married soon. Waiting for your wedding. First of all you get married. You can also take his sweets from us. We are waiting for him. Rahul Gandhi did not give any answer on this and just kept smiling.

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