5 hidden gems in Delhi you must visit

By Afiur
November 04, 2025

Begumpur Mosque (Malviya Nagar)

A 14th‑century Tughlaq‑era congregational mosque, vast and stark, with a dramatic central dome and battered but photogenic arcadesImage Source: iStock

Bijay Mandal + Begumpur cluster (Kalu Sarai)

Ruins of a Khilji–Tughlaq palace complex with layered platforms and an octagonal pavilion offering expansive city views; pairs perfectly with Begumpur Mosque a few minutes away. The site feels raw and

Chor Minar (Hauz Khas)

A small, eerie tower said in lore to display severed heads as a warning—whatever the truth, its pock‑marked facade and pocket‑park setting make for a striking, short stop between Hauz Khas Village and

Satpula “Seven‑arch” Bridge (Khirki)

A medieval weir and part of an old water‑management system near Khirki; the arches and flanking ruins sit oddly amid modern traffic, a reminder of Delhi’s ancient hydraulics. Come at sunrise for soft

Jahaz Mahal (Mehrauli)

A Lodi‑era “ship palace” named for its reflection in the water tank; small, elegant, and often calm between festivals.Image Source: iStock

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