Lodi Garden, located in New Delhi, India, is one of the most significant heritage landscapes blending history, architecture, and ecology in an urban setting. This research paper examines Lodi Garden as a cultural palimpsest that connects medieval Indo-Islamic architecture with contemporary recreational and educational needs. Established during the reign of the Lodi Dynasty (1451–1526 CE) of the Delhi Sultanate, the site houses several tombs and structures, including the Bara Gumbad Mosque, Shish Gumbad, and the Tomb of Sikandar Lodi—each representing the transitional phase of Indian architecture from the late Sultanate to the early Mughal period.

The paper explores the garden’s transformation under British colonial administration in 1936 into a landscaped public park and its subsequent role as a green lung for the city, contributing to biodiversity conservation, air purification, and microclimate regulation. It also discusses the socio-cultural relevance of Lodi Garden as a space for community interaction, heritage education, and urban wellness activities such as yoga, heritage walks, and art workshops.

Challenges such as vandalism, urban encroachment, and increasing visitor footfall are analyzed in the context of sustainable heritage management. Conservation strategies by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and public participation initiatives by organizations such as INTACH are highlighted as key to maintaining the balance between heritage preservation and public accessibility.