Delhi is the capital city of India. It is an ancient and historical city in country. It had been seat of several empires and has a long history. The modern city of Delhi (New Delhi) is combination of several successive ancient cities such as Indraprashtha, Dhilli, Lal Kot (Qila Rai Pithora), Siri, Tughlaqabad, Jahanpanah, Feroz Shah Kotla, Purana Quila, Shahjahanabad (presently referred to as Old Delhi), and Lutyens’ Delhi (New Delhi). Modern Delhi also referred to as Nai Dilli or New Delhi includes all the above. This historical city is perfect amalgamation of the ancient and the modern. It attracts travellers from all over the world with its historical and heritage monuments. There are also many modern buildings and religious monuments in this city appealing tourists through out the world. Red Fort, Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb are three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in this city.
Highlights of Delhi Sightseeing:
There are many historical, heritage and modern attractions to see in Delhi. Major attractions are Red Fort (Lal Quila – one of the most opulent mughal forts in India), Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in India), Qutub Minar (one of the longest brick & stone tower in the world), Humayun’s Tomb (a beautiful tomb monument built by Humayun’s widow in remembrance of mughal emperor Humayun), Lotus Temple (The Bahai House of Worship – one of the seven wonders of India), Birla Temple (Laxmi Narayan Temple), Akshardham Temple (a recently built temple complex – the largest Hindu temple complex in the world), President House, Parliament House, Chandani Chowk, Connaught Place, Old Fort, India Gate (All India War Memorial), Safdarjang’s Tomb, etc.
Nearest Destination from Delhi:
Delhi is base to visit almost all the major cities and important tourist destination of northern India. Major cities and tourist destinations near Delhi are Jaipur (the Pink City of India), Agra (the city of Taj Mahal), Corbett National Park, Ranthambhore National Park, Sariska National Park, Pushkar, Ajmer, Kashmir, Varanasi, etc.
Major Hotels in Delhi:
Some important hotels in Delhi are Inter-Continental, Grand Hayat, Hayat Regency, Radisson, Taj Palace, Le-Meridian, the Park, the Oberoi, Ashok Country Resort, etc.
How to Reach Delhi:
Delhi is easily accessible by road, train and air. There are two airports in Delhi – Delhi Domestic Airport and New Delhi International Airport.
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