Dating back to the Lodi dynasty, the Jahaz Mahal, translating into the 'Ship Palace', stands next to the Hauz-+Shamsi in South Delhi's Mehrauli area. Its name is believed to have been derived from its reflection in the surrounding reservoir that appeared like a ship floating on water. As per some historians, the mahal was built as an inn for the pilgrims travelling to Delhi from Iran, Iraq, Arabia, Afghanistan, Turkey and Morocco.
An impressive feature of the palace is its six square chhatris (dome-shaped pavilions), all of which house a different number of pillars. The best time to visit this place is during the month of October when the popular festival of flower sellers called 'Phool Walon ki Sair' (Procession of Florists) is hosted here. With cultural troops arriving from all over the country, the palace comes alive with amazing theatre programmes, musical soirees and fire dance performances.
Timings 6:00 am - 7:00 pm (Open All Days)
Nearest Metro Station Chhatarpur (Yellow Line) For more details visit: https://www.google.com/Jahaz Mahal Watch a video on Jahaz Mahal