Delhi is India's capital and its largest city by area. Delhi is also considered one of the world's oldest existing cities, along with Jerusalem and Varanasi. It has been India's political capital since ancient times. Delhi's spectacular architecture is evident in its ancient monuments. This city has been built, destroyed, and rebuilt 11 times and witnesses an interesting blend of diverse cultures (some even 2000 years old).

Old Delhi was the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1649 until 1857. Shah Jahan built a new walled city in Delhi called Shahjahanabad. New Delhi, built under British rule, is well-planned and more spacious. This city is a meeting ground of tradition and modernity, blending a rich historical past with a stylish present. Delhi is a fusion of different cultures and religions. Contemporary Delhi is a culmination of seven cities built by different emperors. Delhi is known for its mysterious history and rich past. The city has witnessed empires rise to glory and fall to ashes. Ruins of this ancient city still stand today, and many have been converted into major tourist attractions.

The city is also referenced in various idioms of the Northern Indo-Aryan languages. Examples include: Abhi Dilli door hai, or its Persian version, Hanouz Dehli dour ast, literally meaning Delhi is still far away, which is commonly used for a task or journey still far from completion.

For sightseeing, the best time to visit Delhi is between October and March. Summers in Delhi are very hot, so it is not recommended to visit in May, June, or July.

 

Explorations & Experiences in Delhi-

Places to visit in Delhi:

  • Humayun's Tomb
  • Qutub Minar
  • Jama Masjid
  • Lotus Temple
  • Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
  • Akshardham Temple
  • Laxmi Narayan Temple (AKA Birla Temple)
  • Red Fort
  • Chandni Chowk
  • Connaught Place
  • Purana Quila
  • Raj Ghat (Gandhi Memorial)
  • India Gate and Rajpath
  • Rashtrapati Bhawan
  • Parliament House and buildings

 

Things to do in Delhi:

  • Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk market
  • Enjoy street food at Paranthe Wali Gali
  • Stroll at Connaught Place market
  • "Sahaj Anand" water show at Akshardham Temple
  • Sound & Light Show at Red Fort
  • Shopping for cultural and traditional crafts at Dilli Haat
  • Partake in food preparation for community lunch at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
  • Salaam Baalak Trust city walk tour
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