Delhi

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Introduction Also known as Dilli, the capital city and the second largest metropolis in India after Mumbai, Delhi is a beautiful city bustling with people, an epitome of diversity and a paradigm of unity. It is a place that represents a perfect amalgamation of the old and new and is a mirror to the developments taking place in other parts of the country. Delhi is divided into Old Delhi and New Delhi. With several archaic buildings and traditional culture, Old Delhi marks off the historical background of the city whereas skyscrapers and contemporary fashion reflecting the latest developments form a part of New Delhi. The charisma of the city is unique in a way that enthusiasts from all over the world are attracted towards it. Delhi is famous for its sightseeing. From huge forts and monuments to magnificent religious places, Delhi has everything to keep its visitors glued Best Time to travel Round the year India Gate A memorial inscribed with the names of the valiant Indian soldiers who laid down their lives in World War I. The green, velvety lawns at India Gate, particularly, are a popular evening and holiday rendezvous for young and old alike. A must visit place in New Delhi. Red Fort In Old Delhi, you may visit the ramparts of the Red Fort. The decision for constructing the fort was taken in 1639, when Shahjahan decided to shift his capital to New Delhi from Agra. Within eight years, Shahjahanabad was completed with the Red Fort-Qila-i-Mubarak (fortunate citadel)-New Delhi's seventh fort, ready in all its magnificence to receive the Emperor. The Red Fort still retains some of its lost glory. The Red Fort was the last fort built in New Delhi and it witnessed the vicissitudes of fortune, the splendour and the fall of the Mughals, British rule, and finally the dawn of Indian Independence. A place must see by all tourists visiting Delhi. Rashtrapati Bhawan Modern New Delhi, or New Delhi as it is called, centers around the Rashtrapati Bhawan. It is architecturally a very impressive building standing at a height, flowing down as it were to India Gate. This stretch called the Rajpath is where the Republic Day parade is held. The imposing plan of this area conceived by Lutyens does not fade in its charm with the numerous summers or winters that go past. Raj Ghat Raj Ghat On the bank of the legendary Yamuna, which flows past New Delhi, there is Raj Ghat-the last resting place of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. It has become an essential point of call for all visiting dignitaries. Besides Raj Ghat the other near by places must see in New Delhi are the two museums dedicated to Gandhi. Qutab Minar The Qutab Minar is located at a small village called Mehrauli in South New Delhi. Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty, who took possession of New Delhi in 1206, built it. It is a fluted red sandstone tower, which tapers up to a height of 72.5 metres and is covered with intricate carvings and verses from the holy Quran. The landmark of New Delhi is a place to see. Laxminarayan Temple Also called the Birla Mandir, the Laxminarayan Temple was built by the Birla family in 1938. It is a temple with a large garden and fountains behind it. The temple attracts thousands of devotees on Janmashtami day, the birthday of Lord Krishna. The temple is a place to visit by most of the tourist coming to New Delhi. Humayun's Tomb Humayun's wife Haji Begum built his Tomb nine years after his death. Designed by a Persian architect named Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, and completed in 1565, the edifice was a trendsetter of the time by remains a must visit place in New Delhi till date. Chandni Chowk The living legacy of New Delhi is Shahjahanabad. Created by the builder of Taj Mahal, this city, with the Red Fort as the focal point and Jama Masjid as the praying centre, has a fascinating market planned to shine under the light of the moon, called Chandni Chowk. Shahjahan planned Chandni Chowk so that his daughter could shop for all that she wanted. It was divided by canals filled with water, which glistened like silver in moonlight. The canals are now closed, but Chandni Chowk remains Asia's largest wholesale market. A must visit place in New Delhi Shanti Vana Lying close to the Raj Ghat, the Shanti Vana (literally, the forest of peace) is the place where India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was cremated. The area is now a beautiful park adorned by trees planted by visiting dignitaries and heads of state. Bahai Temple/Lotus Temple The Bahai Temple, situated in South New Delhi, is shaped like a lotus. It is an eye-catching edifice worth exploring. Built by the Baha'i community, it offers the visitor a serenity that pervades the temple and its artistic design. Purana Quila The Purana Quila is a good example of medieval military architecture. Built by Humayun, with later-day modifications by Sher Shah Suri, the Purana Quila is a monument of bold design, which is strong, straightforward and every inch a fortress. It is different from the well planned, carefully decorated, and palatial forts of the later Mughal rulers. Introduction Also known as Dilli, the capital city and the second largest metropolis in India after Mumbai, Delhi is a beautiful city bustling with people, an epitome of diversity and a paradigm of unity. It is a place that represents a perfect amalgamation of the old and new and is a mirror to the developments taking place in other parts of the country. Delhi is divided into Old Delhi and New Delhi. With several archaic buildings and traditional culture, Old Delhi marks off the historical background of the city whereas skyscrapers and contemporary fashion reflecting the latest developments form a part of New Delhi. The charisma of the city is unique in a way that enthusiasts from all over the world are attracted towards it. Delhi is famous for its sightseeing. From huge forts and monuments to magnificent religious places, Delhi has everything to keep its visitors glued Best Time to travel Round the year How To Reach Air Delhi is conveniently connected to all the major cities of the world with almost all the major airlines operating out of here. The Delhi airport caters to domestic and international flights. Road New Delhi is connected to all the major cities of the northern India through road. Rail Delhi is connected to almost all the cities in the country by super-fast and express trains. The city of Delhi has three major railway stations at Delhi, Old Delhi, and Nizamuddin.