Timeline
16:21
Pick up a light snack or drink. Anokhi sells women's clothing, children's wear, and men's wear in Khan Market. While it is a shop, the surrounding Nizamuddin East Market area has ample options for a quick bite. Enter via gate #9 for the discount store section.
16:51
Walk to Khan-i-Khana's Tomb. It is located right north of Barapullah Elevated Rd. Take bus #40, 101, 181, 274, 402, 403, 405, 405A, 408, 409, 410, 411, 429, 436, 438 and get off at Hazrat Nizamuddin. The tomb is a 10-minute walk from the station. Built in 1598, it shares the architectural motif of Humayun's Tomb.
17:36
Find a quiet spot within the tomb complex. The sun sets toward the WSW. This direction aligns with the view of Waste to Wonder Park, which lies ENE from the anchor (meaning the anchor is WSW of the park). As the light fades, the silhouettes of the park's replicas like the Colosseum and Taj Mahal will be visible in the distance against the darkening sky.
17:51
Stay for sunset. At 17:51 on 15 October, the sun dips below the horizon. The golden light that started at 17:19 will have softened into twilight, perfect for reflecting on the history of Khan-i-Khana, Akbar's composer and Navaratna.
Local tip
The walk between the metro station and the tomb is short, but the area can be busy. Arriving an hour before sunset ensures you have time to explore the tomb grounds before the crowd gathers for the evening view.
Check before you go
- Bus routes 40, 101, 181, 274, 402, 403, 405, 405A, 408, 409, 410, 411, 429, 436, 438 stop at Hazrat Nizamuddin.
- Sunset on 15 October is at 17:51.
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