South Extension

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South Extension or New Delhi South Extension (NDSE) is a neighbourhood of South Delhi, India.{{Cite web| title = South Extension | url = http://delhitourism.gov.in/delhitourism/shopping/south_ext.jsp | website = Delhi Tourism }}{{Cite web|date=2020-01-10|title=40+ Best Residential Areas in Delhi - Middle Class & Posh Areas in Delhi|url=https://www.movingsolutions.in/blog/2020/01/10/best-residential-areas-and-places-to-live-in-delhi/|access-date=2021-03-29|website=Moving Solution's Blog|language=en-US}} It is also described as a premier shopping destination.{{cite web |last1=Tripadvisor |title=South Extension Market |url=https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g304551-d3705491-Reviews-South_Extension_Market-New_Delhi_National_Capital_Territory_of_Delhi.html |website=Tripadvisor |access-date=26 November 2020}} Situated on the Ring Road, Delhi, just east of All India Institute of Medical Sciences.[https://www.movingsolutions.in/blog/2020/01/10/best-residential-areas-and-places-to-live-in-delhi/] The colony is divided into two parts - South Extension I and South Extension II. It has a population of about 50,000 people in South Extension Part 1{{Cite web|title=South Extension 1 {{!}} Locality {{!}} GeoIQ|url=https://geoiq.io/places/South-Extension-1/XvxSxn7Bkq|access-date=2021-02-02|website=geoiq.io}} and 27,000 in South Extension Part 2.{{Cite web|title=South Extension II {{!}} Locality {{!}} GeoIQ|url=https://geoiq.io/places/South-Extension-II/s4DE2wZlB3|access-date=2021-02-02|website=geoiq.io}}

A Delhi Metro station as part of Metro's Phase III extension has started commercial operations from 6 August 2018.

Description

Located on the Ring Road, South Extension (known to locals as "South Ex") is a huge neighbourhood in South Delhi and is divided into two parts: South Extension - Part I and South Extension - Part II. South Extension is also known to be one of Delhi's most high-end markets.{{cite web |last1=TripAdvisor |title=South Extension Market |url=https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g304551-d3705491-Reviews-South_Extension_Market-New_Delhi_National_Capital_Territory_of_Delhi.html |website=TripAdvisor |access-date=26 November 2020}} Along with Connaught Place and Khan Market, South Extension is known to cater to the shopping desires of the rich and the elite. While, plot rates averaging at Rs. 63,169.22/sqft{{Cite web| title = Makaan.com | url = https://www.makaan.com/price-trends/property-rates-for-buy-in-south-extension-2-delhi-51813 | website = Makaan.com }} make the neighbourhood one of the most expensive residential areas in Delhi, the rental rates averaging at Rs.700/sqft, make South Extension the 5th most expensive commercial real estate in India.{{Cite web| title = Top 10 most expensive retail locations in India | url = https://realty.economictimes.indiatimes.com/amp/slide-shows/top-10-most-expensive-retail-locations-in-india/55666989 | website = ETRealty }} The 2023 Knight Frank India survey ranks South Extension at the 4th, among the Top 30 High Streets in India.{{Cite web |title=Bengaluru's 7 streets among India's top 30 high streets, city's MG Road ranks first |url=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bengalurus-7-streets-among-indias-top-30-high-streets-citys-mg-road-ranks-first-591205 |access-date=2023-05-11 |website=WION |date=11 May 2023 |language=en-us}}{{Cite web |date=2023-05-10 |title=Bengaluru Has 4 High Streets In India; Noida Sector 18, Delhi's South Ex In Top 10 |url=https://www.news18.com/business/bengaluru-mg-road-high-streets-mumbai-linking-road-delhi-south-ex-7772497.html |access-date=2023-05-11 |website=News18 |language=en}}

Historical sites

South Extension is also home to two tombs from the Mughal era. The Bade and Chote Khan’s twin tombs in South Extension are preserved in pretty good shape. They form part of one of the major components of the Kotla Mubarakpur complex, which includes several other lesser known tombs, mostly from the pre-Mughal era, belonging to various kings and noblemen of the notable Lodi and Sayyid dynasties. "Bade Khan Ka Gumbad" is slightly bigger of the two tombs, it dates back to the 16th century, as per archaeologists.

The front is intricately carved, while the centre is surrounded by three rows of niches. The central niche in each row is larger than the other two. It looks like a typical Lodhi-era tomb with octagonal turrets at the corners covered by umbrella type structures at the top. The interiors were once intricately crafted, but now they look a bit worn out. The structure is supported by four massive pillars on all four corners.{{cite web |last1=Dweller |first1=Delhi |title=Have You Seen The Ancient Bade & Chote Khan's Tomb In South Ex? Take A Look |url=https://so.city/delhi/article/7-most-beautiful-and-sought-after-residential-areas-in-ghaziabad |website=SO Delhi |access-date=26 November 2020}}

Areas In South Delhi

kotla mubarakpur

References

Category:Neighbourhoods in Delhi

Category:Shopping districts and streets in India

Category:South Delhi district