Mehrauli Archaeological Park

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The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has told the Supreme Court that two structures inside the Mehrauli Archaeological Park bear religious significance.

Mehrauli Archaeological Park - It is an archaeological area spread over 200 acre in the Mehrauli neighbourhood of the South Delhi district of Delhi.
It is Located adjacent to the Qutub Minar (a World Heritage Site) and the Qutb complex.
It houses over 50 historically significant monuments built by different rulers of Delhi.
Uniqueness – It's the only area in Delhi that has seen 1,000 years of continuous occupation.
From the Tomar Rajputs to the Khaljis, Tughlaqs, Lodhis, Mughals, and even the British Raj.

Architectural landmarks of Mehrauli Archaeological Park
Monuments	Significance/Uniqueness
Lal Kot (1060 AD)	Oldest surviving fort in Delhi.
Tomb of Balban (1287 AD)	Country's first true arch and dome.
Jamali Kamali Mosque and Tomb (1526-1535 AD)	Blend of Indo-Islamic architecture.
Rajon Ki Baoli	16^th century stepwell of the Masons.
Dargah of Qutab Sahib	A serene white marble shrine.
Hijron ka Khanqah	A Sufi hospice, shelter and spiritual solace to the transgender community.
Jahaz Mahal / Ship Palace	Boat-like shape and arched openings.
Ashiq Allah Dargah	Tomb of Shaikh Shahibuddin
Chillagah of Baba Farid	Baba Farid was the revered 13th century Sufi saint.

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