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Coronation Memorial




Coronation Memorial is situated just 2 km from north of Kingsway Camp in Delhi. This stone pillar memorial stands in memory of the 1911 Coronation Durbar of King George V and Queen Mary. It is at this place the announcement was made that the country capital would be shifted from Kolkata to Delhi.

Coronation Memorial stands on a high terrace with stairs leading down in four directions. It is now used as a park by children from the neighboring areas.



Updated on 17th June, 2005
District: New Delhi
Location: Bhai Parmanand Marg
New Delhi    

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