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New Delhi Travel Guide
Exploring the vibrant capital of India: A New Delhi travel guide
New Delhi is the capital city of India and a vibrant metropolis with a rich cultural heritage. Located in the northern part of the country, New Delhi is a bustling and cosmopolitan city that offers a wide range of activities and attractions for visitors.
As a travel destination, New Delhi has something for everyone. The city is home to several iconic landmarks, such as the India Gate, the Rashtrapati Bhavan, and the Red Fort. Visitors can also explore the city's rich cultural heritage at museums and galleries, such as the National Museum and the National Gallery of Modern Art.
In addition to its cultural attractions, New Delhi is also known for its bustling markets and vibrant street food scene. The city is home to a wide range of restaurants, cafes, and food stalls, where visitors can try traditional dishes like chaat, kebabs, and biryani. The city's markets, such as Chandni Chowk and Khan Market, offer a wide range of items, from handicrafts and souvenirs to clothing and jewelry.
Overall, New Delhi is a fascinating city that offers something for everyone. Whether you're interested in history, culture, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, a visit to New Delhi is sure to be a memorable experience.
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India Gate
India Gate has its original name as the All India War Memorial that was built in order to commemorate the 82000 soldiers of the Indian Army who lost their lives during the First World War happened from 1914 to 1921 as well as in the Third Anglo-Afghan War. The war memorial is situated at Rajpath. The architecture of India Gate is world famous as the triumphal arch that looks like the Arch of Constantine and also compared to the Arc de Triomphe and the Gateway of India in Mumbai.
Qutub Minar
A valuable, protected structure of India is Qutub Minar, Delhi which has been considered to be a highly important historical attraction existing currently in India. It is a part of the Qutub Complex which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The structure is situated in the Mehrauli area of Delhi. Qutub Minar is made of red sandstone and marble making its height up to 73 meters and gives a tower like structure to it which is consisted of five stories its diameter is 14.3 meters at the base and it becomes 2.7 meters at the top, and it is also one of the famous places to visit in north Delhi.
Humayun's Tomb
Maqbera e Humayun or the Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi is a major historical site in India and also one of the best places to visit in north Delhi. It is the tomb of the famous Mughal emperor of India Humayun. The completion of the tomb was in 1572. The memorial built for Humayun symbolizes the unpredictable symbiosis between Humayun and his wife Bega Begum who was so grieved over the death of her husband finally decided to create such an astonishing remembrance. UNESCO declared it as a World Heritage Site in 1993 and since then its reputation began to flourish.
Red Fort
The Red sandstone walls of the massive Red Fort (Lal Qila) rise 33-m above the clamour of Old Delhi as a reminder of the magnificent power and pomp of the Mughal emperors. The walls, built in 1638, were designed to keep out invaders, now they mainly keep out the noise and confusion of the city. The main gate, Lahore Gate, is one of the emotional and symbolic focal points of the modern Indian nation and attracts a major crowd on each Independence Day. The fort is managed by the Archeological Survey of India and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
Lotus Temple
The Lotus Temple is among the famous tourist places in Delhi and a major landmark of India that has been attracting tourists from all over the world because of its architecture and beauty. The construction of the temple was finished in 1986. It resembles the lotus flower but created in white colour. The Lotus Temple is open to all people, regardless of region and caste. The structure is built of 27 free-standing marble clad petals in clusters of three to form nine sides. The Lotus Temple is one of the best places to visit if you are planning to spend a day in Delhi.
Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar literally means instruments for measuring the harmony of the heavens. It consists of 13 architectural astronomy instruments. It was designed in order to compile the astronomical tables and to predict the movement and timings of the sun, the moon and the planets. Situated on the Parliament Street, south of Connaught Circus in New Delhi, the Observatory possesses masonry built astronomical instruments.
Jama Masjid
The Masjid-i Jehan-Numa, commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi. This great mosque of Old Delhi is the largest in India, with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees. It was begun in 1644 and ended up being the final architectural extravagance of Shah Jahan, the Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort. The highly decorative mosque has three great gates, four towers and two 40 m-high minarets constructed of strips of red sandstone.
Rashtrapati Bhawan
The Rashtrapati Bhavan is the official residence of the President of India at the western end of Rajpath in New Delhi, India. The design made by Lutyens was grand and extraordinarily classical that was enhanced by different colours and details inspired by Indian architecture. There were around 700 million bricks used for the construction. The design of the building was inspired by the Edwardian Baroque. It has several halls used for different functions and purposes. The main ones are the Durbar Hall and the Ashoka Hall. There is a dome in the middle that reflects both Indian and British styles.
Connaught Place
Connaught Place or 'CP' as it is more commonly known is a massive commercial and financial centre in New Delhi. Named after the Duke of Connaught and Strathearn, this confusing market complex houses almost all famous international chain stores, famous food chains, restaurants and bars. Connaught Place has one of the largest national flags in the country. This circular, greying whitewashed structure has two concentric circles; the inner circle which has blocks A to F and the outer circle which has blocks G to N. The Connaught Place is also the ultimate place to experience the vibrant nightlife of Delhi housing some of the most famous bars and restaurants. Being one of the most popular after dark destinations, no visit to Delhi is complete without a visit to the Connaught Place.
Hauz Khas
An affluent neighbourhood in South Delhi, Hauz Khas has been well known since medieval times. Hauz Khas Village retains the old charm of the place with remnants of Islamic architecture roughly coloured by splotches of urbane refurbished upmarket. is known for its electric nightlife with countless cafes, bars and pubs along with art galleries, and boutiques.
Agrasen ki Baoli
Also referred to as Agar Sain Ki Baoli or Ugrasen ki Baoli, this attraction is a historical monument situated on the Halley Road in New Delhi. A mosaic of different assortment of stones and rocks, Agrasen ki Baoli, is an ancient water reservoir which rises from the depths of the earth to stand atop 103 stone steps. Hidden amidst the business towers and residential apartments of central Delhi, this place is a quiet and serene experience perfect for photography lovers. The old brick walls of the structure take you back in history, and as you go down the steps, a drop in temperature can be experienced. Agrasen ki Baoli is a protected monument under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 of the Archaeological Survey of India.
Indraprastha, Purana Qila
Stoically standing in the placid vicinity of Indraprastha, Purana Qila or the Old Fort is a masterpiece of the ancient glory and sterling architecture of the bygone Mughal Empire, and is one of the oldest forts in Delhi. Built on the banks of river Yamuna and spread over a vast 1.5 kms of area, the monument has tons of myths and legends of the medieval era attached to it. The most interesting of which suggests that the historical city of the Hindu religion- Indraprastha was built here, by Pandavas and the fort was the famous assembly hall, mentioned in the epic Mahabharat. It is also believed that the king Humayun met his end by tumbling down the steps of his library within the fort. Situated in the heart of the city and boasting of idyllic and a serene panorama, the fort radiates romantic vibes and is frequented by couples to enjoy some moments of solitude.
Laxminarayan Temple (Birla Mandir)
Laxmi Narayan Mandir, also known as Birla Mandir, is one of the major temples in Delhi and is a major tourist attraction. Produced by Industrialist Shri JK Birla. This beautiful temple is situated to the west of Connaught Place. Birla MandirThe temple is dedicated to Laxmi (the goddess of prosperity) and Narayana (The preserver).
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