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Saturday 28 January 2017

TOP 10 PLACES TO VISIT IN NEW DELHI

There are many places, monuments to visit in Delhi. But before we jump into our top 10 places to visit in Delhi list, let throw some light on this beautiful city.


A century ago, the British moved their empire from Kolkata to Delhi. And since then New Delhi has been the Capital of India. Delhi is a city where ancient and modern blend seamlessly together.         
New Delhi boasts its sound cultural values & rich tradition as Culture is the specialty of New Delhi and this can be seen in their lifestyle, art, music, craft & demography.

The following phrase perfectly explains New Delhi:

“ Ye Sheher Nahi Mehfil Hai ”



Top 10 Places To Visit In New Delhi


1. Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple



Akshardham Temple is considered to be one of the largest Hindu Temples in the world. The Akshardham Temple was built in 2005 and sits near the banks of River Yamuna. It has been constructed in a way similar to the Akshardham temple in Gujarat.


2. Humayun’s Tomb



Also know known as Maqbara e Humayun is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. He was the first Mughal Emperor, Babur, was succeeded by his son, Humayun. Humayun ruled in India for a decade. Haji Begum or Bega Begum, Humayun’s first wife had commissioned and Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect had designed this first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent.

Explore Humayun's Tomb with your 2 days Delhi tour.


3. Chandni Chowk


Chandni Chowk is the perfect place to shop in. It is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi and located near to the Old Delhi Railway Station.

Chandni Chowk is one of the best market for the one who love to do shopping. I will not be wrong if I say that people specially women from different countries come to buy some apparel for their weddings, festival celebrations and other major events. So what are you waiting for, visit Delhi and buy something for yourself as well as your family with Delhi shopping tour.


4. Jama Masjid


The Masjid-i Jahān-Numā commonly known as the Jama Masjid. It is one of the largest mosques in India and located in the central heart of old Delhi. Jama Masjid is usually the place of gathering for Eid prayers and Friday prayers.


5. Red Fort 


Red Fort got his named from its massive enclosing walls of Red Sandstone. Until 1857, Red Fort was the main residence of the emperors in the Mughal dynasty for nearly 200 years.


6. Qutub Minar


Qutb Minar (also spelled Qutub Minar) was commissioned by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate in 1192 AD. It is located in the Mehrauli area of Delhi and well known historical place of India.

 


7. Lotus Temple


Lotus Temple is a Baha'i­ House of Worship. The Baha'i laws preach the equality of all humans and all of humankind. So regardless of religion, it is always open to all.


8. Hauz Khas Village



Hauz Khas is derived from the words ‘Hauz’ as “water tank” (or lake) and ‘Khas’ as “royal”- the “Royal tank”. Now it is a relatively expensive tourist cum commercial area with numerous art galleries, upscale boutiques and restaurant.

9. India Gate


India Gate originally called the All India War Memorial. It is the 42m high, an "Arc-de-Triomphe" like archway located in the middle of a crossroad at the center of New Delhi.



10. Hazrat Nizamuddin (Nizamuddin's Shrine)


Hazrat Nizamuddin is the dargah of one of the world's most famous Sufi saints, Hazrat Khwaja Syed Nizamuddin Auliya. This place is also known for its Qawwali sessions, that held every Thursday after Maghrib prayer i.e. sunset time namaz/salat.

Hazrat Nizamuddin is known for historic land of culture and traditions, but it also have the other side which is waiting for your visit i.e. the mouthwatering dishes - biryani and kebabs. So, don't go without tasting these dishes. Fill your soul with Delhi food tour.

These are some of the most famous attractions that can be enjoyed by the tourists as well as the domestic visitors. Come and experience these historical and beautiful monuments resides in the capital city of India - Delhi with Delhi day tour packages.

However, you can also visit the different states or cities of Incredible India during your existence in Delhi. You can avail following tour options which not only make you experience the different parts of India but will make you fall in love with the culture, tradition, religions of this beautiful countries. Such as;


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