Nearest Metro Station: R.K. Puram Metro Station Nearest Railway Station: Delhi Safdarjung Nearest Bus Stop: Hauz Khas

The Munda Gumbad is an intriguing historical pavilion originally constructed at the center of Hauz Khas Lake. According to historian Zafar Hasan, this monument dates back to the era when the lake, known as Hauz Alai, was built by Sultan Alauddin Khilji in 1295 CE and originally covered around 70 acres. Enclosed by a stone masonry wall, the lake fell into disrepair until Firoz Shah Tughlaq’s reign in 1354 CE, when he restored it to ensure it filled with water annually. Architecturally, the Munda Gumbad reflects elements typical of its period, although only partial remains survive. Currently situated on the lake's northern edge, it may have once been connected to the southern side by a causeway, indicating its central placement in the lake. The lower story of the building remains intact, and pillar bases on the roof suggest the original presence of a domed pavilion. The structure is rectangular with horseshoe arches and features a unique clockwise staircase, providing insight into its architectural style and layout.