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Delhi is the capital city of India. It is an ancient, historic and historical city. It is also one of the most historic capitals in the world. The city of Delhi had been witnessed rise and falls of several empires. The city boasts many historical sites, tourist places and modern attractions as well important places for worship. When you will be on Delhi city tour you will have wonderful opportunity to observe the fascinating blend of traditional charm and modernity. The city is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites - Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb.
Historical Monuments in Delhi
- Red Fort - Originally known as Qila-E-Mubarak
- Qutub Minar - The longest brick minaret in the world
- Humayun’s Tomb - The first garden tomb of India
- Salimgarh Fort - Now a part of Red Fort Complex
- Rajghat - The final resting place of Rashtrapita Mahatma Gandhi
- Safdarjang’s Tomb - A garden tomb in a marble mausoleum
- Jantar Mantar Observatory - houses of 13 architectural astronomy instruments
- India Gate - An imposing ware memorial monument
- Old Fort - Purana Quila - a good example of medieval military architecture
Temples & Places of Worship in Delhi
- Lotus Temple - The Bahai House of Worship
- Akshardham Temple - The largest Hindu Temple Complex in the world
- Birla Temple - Laxmi Narayan Temple
- Jama Masjid - The largest mosque in India
- Gurdwara Bangla Sahib - Equally revered by Sikhs and Hindus
- Nizamuddin Dargah - The Mausoleum of the famous Sufi Saint Nizamuddin Auliya
- Digambar Jain Temple
- ISKON Temple - Dedicated to Lord Krishna
- Chattarpur Mandir Temple Complex
- Sisganj Gurudwara - Noted for beautiful golden domes
- Kalkaji Temple - Dedicated to Goddess Kali - the reincarnation of Goddess Durga.
Government Buildings in Delhi
- Rashtrapati Bhawan (President House) - originally built for the Governor General of India
- Sansad Bhawan - the Parliament of India
Museums & Galleries in Delhi
- National Museum - Just south of ceremonial avenue Rajpath
- National Gallery of Modern Art - Located inside the Jaipur House
- Nehru Museum - The residence of the first Indian Prime Minister, Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
- Rail Transport Museum - Housing an exotic collection of Indian railway coaches
- Tibet House - Housing an amusing collection of ceremonial items brought out of Tibet
- International Dolls Museum - Displays 6000 dolls from 85 countries
- Craft Museum - Displays an elite assortment of traditional Indian handicrafts
- Gandhi Darshan (located near Rajghat) - Displays paintings and photos about the life and deeds of Mahatma Gandhi.
- Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum - The residence of the former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi
Parks & Gardens in Delhi
- Buddha Jayanti Park also called Buddha Garden
- Deer Park - Marvelously landscaped with shady trees and thriving grasses, along with a serene water body.
- Gardens of Five Senses
- Lodhi Garden - Located near the famous Safdarjang’s Tomb
- Mughal Gardens - Situated inside the Rashtrapati Bhawan complex.
- Shalimar Garden, Nehru Park, Delhi Ridge, Mahatma Gandhi Park, etc
Other Attractions in Delhi
- Chandani Chowk - a main marketplace in Delhi
- Connaught Place - one of the largest commercial areas in Delhi
- St James Church - One of the oldest churches in India
How to Reach Delhi
By Air : Delhi is well connected by Domestic and International Flights. It has two airports - Delhi International Airport and Indira Gandhi International Airport.
By Rail : Delhi is well connected by railway networks with all the major cities of India.
By Road : Delhi is well connected by all the major cities of North India.
