Delhi is the city that enjoys the charm of both the worlds. While on one hand you can rejoice modernization, on the other hand there is a part of the city that will take you on a time travel journey of culture and traditions. Contemporary yet historical, this capital city of India has been blessed with the relics of lost empires, Indo-Gangetic plains, and Mughal mausoleums narrating stories of the past world. You are bound to fall in love with its jovial culture. Take a city tour to walk down the memory lanes or visit the most contemporary edifices, Delhi has a range of attractions to offer.
Drenched in a multihued culture, the traditions adapted in Delhi are inspired from Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. Turning the pages of India?s history mysteriously, multiple palaces and forts crown its horizon. Explore the Humayun?s Tomb, which is the mausoleum of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. India Gate, a war memorial of martyred soldiers; Jantar Mantar, mausoleum built inside a garden; and Parliament House, accommodating the two Houses of Parliament - Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, are the major historical attractions here.
Delhi?s religious hubs are not just architecturally magnificent, but are also historically significant. The popular temples here are Chattarpur Mandir, Akshardham Mandir, Hanuman Mandir, Isckon Temple and Lakshmi Narayan Temple, which are renowned for their grand structures. Dargah of Nizamuddin Auliya, Jama Masjid Delhi, Moth Ki Masjid and Chiragh-I-Delhi Dargah, are among the popular mosques here.
Delhi is also a paradise for the shopaholics, where every nook and corner of the city is crowded with shopping marts and markets, selling amazing stuff at knock down prices. Visit street markets such as Karol Bagh, Janpath, Palika bazaar and Sarojini Nagar to bag clothing, junk jewellery, household items and a lot more. Those who wish to explore the real charm of a shopping spree in Delhi must visit the Chandni Chowk Market, a haven for shopping as well as food lovers.
Delhi remains soaked in the waters of festivities all year long, and that?s one thing that attracts tourists from far and wide. Those who wish to see the real fervour of the locals must witness festivals like Durga Puja, Diwali, Eid, Dussehra, Holi, Guru Nanak Jayanti, Republic Day, Maha Shivratri and Lohri.
How to Reach Delhi
By Air - Travellers planning air travel land at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, connecting Delhi with all over the globe.
By Road - Delhi also enjoys great road connectivity with cities such as Jaipur, Agra, Alwar, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Shimla, Manali, Dharamsala, etc. Many local and state bus services are available that offer comfortable travelling experience.
By Train - Delhi boasts five major railway stations including New Delhi Railway Station, Old Delhi Railway Station, Nizamuddin Railway Station, Anand Vihar Railway Terminal and Sarai Rohilla.
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