Delhi Places of Interest

Delhi- the capital city of India is one of the most popular tourist destinations of India. And why shouldn't it be? Even though it lacks Goa's beautiful beaches, Rajasthan's grand palaces or the snow capped mountain peaks of Kashmir, Delhi's aura lies in its rich history and culture and its ability to reflect the whole of India. Delhi is home to people from a range of different states and it is the city's ability to integrate people in its own social fabric that makes New Delhi such a vibrant potpourri of diversities. Travel to New Delhi and explore its various places of interest with a journey to India.

The most striking thing about Delhi is the way it juggles the new and modern. Hence you can see the towering Park hotel in the background of Jantar Mantar, an astronomical unit built in the 18th century. Balancing tradition and modernity, Delhi presents an endearing picture that is sure to captivate the hearts of one and all.

Home to old monuments as well as modern buildings, Delhi has quite a lot of tourist attraction that is enough to keep the sightseers busy and engrossed. So, a tour to the city is an absolute must in order to experience the various interesting places that Delhi has to offer.

Starting from Old Delhi- traditionally the historical part of Delhi, you can visit the Jama Masjid- the largest mosque in India and the nearby Red Fort both built by Shah Jahan. Browse through the shops in the congested but highly entertaining Chandni Chowk area that sells a range of ethnic products. Other places of interest include the legacy of architectural brilliance in the form of Humayun's Tomb, Qutab Minar, Jantar Mantar and India Gate and numerous others.

Explore the timeless charm of Delhi that has managed to retain its heritage amidst thriving modernity with élan. The various places of interest in Delhi are:

• Red Fort
• Jama Masjid
• Humayun's Tomb
• Qutab Minar
• Purana Quila
• Jantar Mantar
• Safdarjang's Tomb
• Lakshmi Narayan Mandir
• Rajghat
• Rashtrapati Bhavan
• India Gate
• National Museum
• Hazrat Nizamuddin's Tomb
• Bahai Temple
• Akshardham Temple

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