Delhi Travel Guide
DELHI being the national capital of India always have a special place for tourist. Delhi was founded by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the year 1649 and named it Shahjahanabad. According to legend, the city was named for Raja Dhilu, a king who reigned in the region in the 1st century BCE. Delhi has lots of things to offer, be it food, monuments, sightseeing or shopping.
Delhi food has been influenced by Mughal culture which we can witness in their foods such as Butter chicken, Chaat, Dahi Vada, Chole Bhature, Kulche, Jalebi, Lassi and much more.
In case you are tempted you can visit the following places for their authentic flavor
Parantha at Paranthe Wali Gali, Chandni Chowk. …
Dal Makhani at Masala Art, Taj Palace Hotel. …
Paneer Tikka at QD’s, Hudson Lane. …
Butter Chicken at Moti Mahal. …
Mutton Korma at Karim’s, Jama Masjid. …
Pav Bhaji at New Arjun Bombay Pav Bhaji, Model Town 3. …
Sambhar, Idli and Masala Dosa at Saravana Bhawan, Connaught Place
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Monuments in Delhi
India gate
India Gate is the most famous landmark of Delhi as well as India, The All India War Memorial in New Delhi is the one of tallest gate in India.
Humayun’s Tomb
Humayun’s Tomb is one of the most magnificent tomb in India and first garden tomb on the Indian subcontinent
Lotus Temple
Lotus Temple is probably the finest crafted structure in Delhi, as the name suggested it is in a shape of lotus.
Qutab Minar
Qutab Minar World’s tallest brick minaret. The Qutub Minar complex is a UNESCO world heritage site.
Rashtrapati Bhavan
Rashtrapati Bhavan of New Delhi is the official home of the President of India. The Presidential Residence house many halls, Dome and a beautiful Mughal Garden. Parliament House-Parliament House of Delhi is a circular shape building surrounded by large gardens. Sansad Bhavan is also one of the most impressive buildings in Delhi.
Purana Qila
Purana Qila in Delhi is one of the oldest forts in India and managed by Archaeological Survey of India.
Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar of Delhi is one of the five Jantar Mantar monuments in India, largest Jantar Mantar in Jaipur. Delhi Jantar mantar monuments was constructed by Maharaja of Jaipur.
Lodi Gardens
Lodi Gardens is a city park in New Delhi, protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Red Fort
Red Fort is one of the historical place in Delhi and a designated a world heritage site
Akshardham Temple
Akshardham Temple of New Delhi is the must visit attractions of Delhi, visited by large number of tourists every year. Swaminarayan Akshardham complex houses Theatre, BoatRide, Musical fountain and Garden of India.
Tomb of Safdarjung
Tomb of Safdarjung is a garden tomb, located near the Safdarjung Airport. The structure is the last monumental tomb garden of the Mughals in India.
National Museum
National Museum of Delhi is one of the largest museums in India, situated at the corner of Janpath. The Museum House Archaeology, Manuscripts, Jewelry and has various art facts from the Indus Valley Civilization.
Tughlaqabad Fort
Tughlaqabad ruined fort is another famous tourist destination in Delhi and one of the abandoned place around Delhi. The fort consists of massive stone fortifications and house many monuments.
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is the most prominent Sikh gurdwara in Delhi, situated near Connaught Place. The Gurudwara shrine is dedicated to Guru Harkrishan Sahib, eighth Sikh Guru.
Chhatarpur Temple
Chhatarpur Temple is dedicated to Goddess Katyayani and has the second largest temple complex in India. The temple is biggest temple in India and the complex also has dedicated temples of Lord Rama, Lord Ganesha and Lord Shiva.
Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid of Delhi is one of the largest mosques in India, built by Shah Jahan. The mosque has four towers, two 40 m high minarets and three great gates.
Cathedral Church of Redemption
Cathedral Church of Redemption is one of the 7 wonders of Delhi and one of the oldest Anglican church in Delhi. The Cathedral is also known as Viceroy Church and listed as one of the most magnificent churches in India.
National Rail Museum
National Rail Museum in New Delhi offers the exhibition of rail heritage of India and house Fairy Queen train, world’s oldest working steam locomotive along with toy train, Kalka Shimla Rail Bus and Matheran Rail Car.
ISKCON Temple
ISKCON Temple is a famous Lord Krishna temple in New Delhi and one of the largest temple complex in India. The temple is well known Vaishnav temple of Lord Krishna in India and Radha Parthasarathi is the premier deity of temple.
National Zoological Park
National Zoological Park of Delhi is home to more than 130 species of animals and birds, situated near the Old Fort. The zoo has underground reptile house, in house swamps for water birds and number of non-Indian wild animals such as hyenas, jaguars, chimpanzee, hippopotamus, African wild buffalo, Giraffes and Zebras.
Shopping in Delhi
- Janpath and Tibetan Market
- Dilli Haat
- Paharganj
- Chandni Chowk
- Sarojini Nagar
- Khan Market
- Lajpat Nagar (Central Market)
The hectic Lajpat Nagar market provides an interesting glimpse into Indian culture. clothing, shoes, bags, accessories (including Indian bangles), and home furnishings.
- Sundar Nagar
- Matka Market
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