Dil Walo ki Delhi

Delhi - At a Glance

#1 Best Time To Visit: October to March#2 Official Language: Hindi#3 Languages Spoken: Hindi, Punjabi, English#4 Climate/Season: Extreme Hot & Cold#5 Main Attractions: Red Fort, India Gate, Akshardham Temple, Lotus Temple, Humanyun’s Tomb

What to See?Top 5 Places to Explore in Delhi

RED FORT

Entirely built with Red Sandstone, Red Fort was built in 1648 after Shah Jahan shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi. On every 15th of August, the Prime Minister hoists the flag at India Gate to celebrate the Independence Day.An Interesting Fact: The Red Fort is built 33 meters above the city level. This illustrates the magnificence of this icon of India.

India Gate

Unveiled in 1931, India Gate was initially built as a war memorial for the 82,000 soldiers who lost their lives in the First World War from the British Army. Built by Edward Lutyens, India Gate is now a symbol of bravery of the soldiers of the Indian Army. An Interesting Fact: The Amar Jawan Jyoti, a black plinth with a reversed rifle and the war helmet on top burns 24x7 here at the India Gate.

Lotus Temple

Built in 1986, Lotus Temple is one of the last Bahai Temples in the world. Built in the form of a lotus, this temple is one of the major symbols of equality. It spreads the idea of worshipping and believing in all religions without any pre-determined denomination. An Interesting Fact: This temple has 9 blooming petals and each petal has a pool to itself. It looks spectacular during dusk when the pool is floodlit.

Akshardham Temple

Akshardham Temple, or Swaminarayan Temple, is a symbol of Hindu spirituality and beliefs. Made entirely of stone, this temple depicts the life of Swaminarayan and the history of India with other details on Hindu beliefs. An Interesting Fact: This temple is a piece of modern technology blended with rich architecture of India completely built according to the Vaastu Shastra and Pancharatra Shastra.

Humayun’s Tomb

Built in 1569 by Humayun’s first wife, Haji Begum, this tomb is the first ever tomb to use red sandstone at such a large scale. Located in Nizamuddin East, this is a must visit monument!An Interesting Fact: Its not only Humayun’s tomb, other members of the Mughal family were also buried here, including Haji Begum herself!

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Lodhi Garden

Spread over 90 acres of land amidst the chaos of Delhi, Lodhi Garden houses tombs of many rulers of Afghan Dynasty. The first tomb was built in 1444 of Mohammed Shah of Sayyed Dynasty!

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

A prominent Sikh house of Worship, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib was built to honor its association with the Eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan. Situated near Connaught Place, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is prominently recognizable for its majestic golden dome. An Interesting Fact: Gurudwara Bangla Sahib was originally Jaisinghpura Palace. Guru Har Krishan resided here in 1664.

National Museum

Established in 1949, The National Museum houses remnants from the pre-historic times to the Modern History. Sporting more than 15 departments, it is one of the biggest museums in the country.

Nizamuddin Dargah

Visited by thousands of Muslims every week, Nizamuddin Dargah is the Dargah of one of the most famous Sufi saints of the world, Nizamuddin Auliya. It also houses the tombs of Poet Amir Khusro and Princess Jehan Ara Begum!

Republic Day

Celebrated on 26th of January every year, Republic Day honors the adoption of the Constitution of India putting the Government of India Act at rest. It marks the journey of India to being an Independent republic.An Interesting Fact: This date is specifically chosen because it was in 1930 that Purna Swaraj was proclaimed by the Indian National Congress.

What to Eat?

Galli Paranthe Waliin Chandni Chowk

A cramped lane in Chandni Chowk, Galli Paranthe Wali is known to serve the best paranthas, or stuffed Indian bread. Paranthas ranging from Matar, Paneer, Gobhi, Khoya, Kaju and Badaam are a few that you can find here.

An Interesting Fact: The lane got its name in 1911 and still houses 3 of the original paranthe serving shops since its inception.

Nizam's Kathi Kabab Connaught

Place

Very famous for its Kathi Rolls, Kakoris, Chicken Korma and Biryani, Nizam’s Kathi Kebab serves one of the most delicious Kolkata- Mughlai rolls. An Interesting Fact: Nizam’s Kathi Kebab have been serving rolls for the past 30 years! Its definitely come a long way!

Bon Appétit?

Delhi is a Foodie’s Hub! From mouth watering street food to top notch food joints, restaurants, pubs, lounges, hotels… you’d find an endless choice that will leave you asking for more…

What to Shop?

Paharganj Main Bazaar

Stretching for just about a kilometer, Paharganj Main Market offers everything from hippy clothing to kaftaans, hukka, textiles and handicrafts. Very noisy and crowded, this is a budget traveler’s paradise. An Interesting Tip: You can get funky, hip stuff here. Bargaining is the key.

Connaught Place (CP)

Sporting the best of Indian as well as international brands for shopping, CP also has hordes of book sellers, jewellery and everything under the sun. An Interesting Fact: CP is built in a circular manner divided in three arenas called inner circle, middle circle and outer circle.

Dilli Haat

An open air plaza where sellers display their wares, is one of its kind in Delhi. Everything ranging from paintings, handlooms, textiles, jewelery to eating spots can be found here. One can find wares from all over the country at this one place.

The cottages and kiosks which display the products gives Delhi Haat the look of a village. It is different and interesting to be here!

And There’s More

There’s no dearth of shopping places in Delhi. You’d find malls, flee markets and more at every few steps… as Delhi knows - for shopping ye dil mange more!

Where to Stay?

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