Delhi Tour

Delhi is one of the fastest growing cities and Federal Republic of India. The city sprawls over west bank of Yamuna and is divided into two parts - Old Delhi and New Delhi. The city still showcases the rich past of itself veiled under the reminisces of the monuments. Dotted by many monuments old and new, the city has features in the list of fastest growing metropolis of the world.

Monuments In Delhi

» Chandani Chowk : The hub of major commercial activities in Delhi, this is a place situated in Old Delhi. You can spend an enjoyable evening in this hub and labyrinth of zig zag place and narrow lanes.

» Humayun's Tomb : Built by Humayun's widowed Queen Haji Begum, in the sixteenth century. It stands at a place called Nizammuddin.

» India Gate : This is a 42-meter-high building, built as a memorial for the Indian soldiers who lost their lives in world war I. A flame is burnt beneath it to keep the place eternally charged.

» Jama Masjid : This largest mosque in India is located opposite to the Red fort. It was constructed in 1656 and is an reminder of religious devoutness of the Mughals.

Museums and Galleries in Delhi

The Modern Art Gallery displays the modern Indian art . Besides this, institutions like Lalit Kala Academy, Ravindra Bhawan, Triveni Gallery and AIFACS Gallery also display the Indian art.

National Musem offers collation of antique crafts, stone carvings and artefacts. Interestingly, some of them are from the Harappa and Mohenjadaro. Another museum to focus on ecology is the National Museum of Natural History.

Tourist's Attractions

» Purana Qila : The fort that has stood the test of time has seen many rises and falls of empires. it is a place to explore the sound and light show in the evening.

» Dilli Haat : This is an ideal place to visit for handicrafts and traditional arts. The place gives the look of the traditional bazaar. This food and craft bazaar is a treasure trove of Indian culture and ethnic cuisines.