Hauz Khas Ruins site features

The complex stretches in an L along two sides of the reservoir. One madrasa arm runs about 76 metres; the other about 138 metres. Rows of open rooms and balconies face the water from two levels.

At the corner stands Firuz Shah’s square tomb, 14.8 metres on each side and in maximum height, under an octagonal dome. A small mosque terminates the northern arm. Scattered domed pavilions and graves occupy the garden above.

From across the lake, the eye follows the long horizontal madrasa walls; from within them, repeated arches frame water and parkland below.

The reservoir

Late 13th–early 14th century; restored later. The former water supply of Siri gives the whole complex its name and orientation.

The madrasa

1352–1354. Two linked wings contain rooms, balconies and stairs facing the water.

Firuz Shah’s Tomb

1352–1354. A 14.8-metre square tomb anchors the meeting point of the madrasa arms.

The mosque

1352–1354. An open prayer hall at the northern end projects its central niche toward the reservoir.

The garden pavilions

14th century. Domed square, octagonal and hexagonal forms mark graves above the lake.