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It stands on the site that is believed to be Indraprastha, the capital
of the Pandavas in the Mahabharata epic, though
the construction was carried out by Sher Shah Suri any time between 1538
to 1545 A. D. The structure houses a mosque which has a double storied
octagonal tower. The small lake in front, is popular for boating. The
Delhi Zoo is next door. |