Delhi is one of the
oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. A city comprising
of seven cities within it, Delhi remains an eternal mystery!
Having been the capital of several empires in
ancient India, Delhi was a major city in the old trade routes
from northwest India to the Gangetic Plains. Many ancient monuments,
archaeological sites and remains of national importance have been
erected in its history.
Many ethnic groups and cultures are represented
in Delhi, making it a cosmopolitan city. A seat of political power
and a centre of commerce, the city attracts workers—both
blue collar and white collar—from all parts of India, further
enhancing its diverse character. A diplomatic hub, represented
by embassies of 160 countries, Delhi has a large expatriate population
as well.
Delhi's culture has been influenced by its lengthy
history and historic association as the capital of India. This
is exemplified by the many monuments of significance found in
the city; the Archaeological Survey of India recognises 175 monuments in Delhi as national heritage sites.
A few of the well known monuments and interesting
places in Delhi are:
Monuments
& Heritage |
Museums |
India Gate |
Gandhi Museum |
Jantar Mantar |
Indira Gandhi Memorial |
Lodi Tomb |
International Dolls
Museum |
Parliament house |
National Museum |
Qutab Minar |
National Museum of
Natural History |
Rashtrapati Bhawan |
National Philatelic
Museum |
Red Fort |
Nehru Museum &
Planetarium |
Safdarjung Tomb |
Rail Museum |
Tughlakabad |
The National Gallery
of Modern Art |
Jama Masjid |
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The Delhi Zoo |
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Shopping |
Temples |
Ansal Plaza |
Chattarpur Mandir |
Chandani Chowk |
Hanuman Mandir |
Chor Bazar |
ISKCON Temple |
Connaught Place |
Kalkaji Mandir |
Dilli Haat |
Lakshmi Narayan Temple |
Greater Kailash |
Lotus Temple |
Hauz Khas Villlage |
Akshardham Temple |
Karol Bagh |
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Akshardham Temple |
Delhi International Airport |
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The Delhi Metro |
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Dilli Haat |
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Lakshmi Narayan Temple |
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Lotus Temple |
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Qutab Minar |
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Red Fort |
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