Delhi is truly a symbol of the old and the new, a blend of ancient well preserved monuments and temples along with jam-packed burger joints and upmarket shopping malls.
The city is lushed with a plethora of temples, forts, mosques as well as parks, gardens and beautiful colonial mansions. Delhi may seem daunting to a first time visitor but as a national capital and the gateway to the North, it is a must visit city on any travelers itinerary. Impressive museums and interesting nightlife, Delhi has a lot to offer for everyone.


India Gate
It was designed by Luytens in 1911. This 42 mtrs high arch represents a memorial built in the honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afgan war. Raised amidst the green, velvety lawns, the India Gate is a popular evening site for young and old alike.

Laxminarayan Temple
The Laxminarayan Temple was built by Raja Baldev Birla in 1938. Also known as the Birla Mandir, Laxminarayan Temple features of a large garden and fountains behind it. It is considered one of the important prayer centres and one can see idols of several dieties here. On Janmashtami temple is flocked with thousands of devotees.

Akshar Dhaam Temple ( Delhi )
Tour the massive mega Akshardham Temple Complex in Delhi, India and explore an amazing world of Indian culture ornate with 20,000 statues, floral motifs, arches and exquisitely carved pillars. The magnificent Akshardham Temple in Delhi has been constructed under the patronage of the Bochasanvasi Aksharpurushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) and was inaugurated on November 7, 2005. The inaugural ceremony was attended by President APJ Abdul Kalam and the temple was formally inaugurated by Pramukhswami Maharaj who leads the BAPS.

Delhi Red Fort
The massive red sandstone fort is popularly known as Lal Qila. The main attractions of the fort are Dewan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Aam, Nawab Khana, Rang Mahal, Hammams, Pearl Mosque, Chatta Chowk and Musamman Burj. Besides these there are three museums also which are worth visiting.

Jama Masjid
Travel down the arterial road to enter the portal of Jama Masjid. The great mosque of 'Old' Delhi is synonymous with the second largest religion in India and is the largest in India. Named after the Prayer or Juma day, it was built in 1644 by Shah Jahan. Plain and austere, it suffers in comparison with the resplendent Taj Mahal and Red Fort that the same emperor built. Yet, it is a monumental tribute to a living religion that spread over India and most of the world, after its origin in medieval times. Constructed with red sandstone and white marble, the mosque has three great gateways, four towers and two 40m (135ft) high minarets. Proper sartorial etiquette must be followed and you can hire robes at the northern gate. Its courtyard has enough space for 25,000 devotees to gather in prayer.

Baha'i Temple (Lotus Temple)
Also known as Lotus Temple for its Lotus like shape, the Baha'i Temple is situated in South Delhi and captivates every passers by. Completed in 1986, this modern marvel is worth exploring. This temple was built by the Baha'i community, the exquisite architecture attract the visitor most.

Nizam-ud-din's Tomb
Across the street from Humayun's tomb lies the shrine of the Muslim Sufi saint, Nizam-ud-din Chishti, who died in 1325 at the age of 92. Other tombs in the vicinity include the grave of Jahanara, Shan Jahan's daughter who cared for her father during his imprisonment by his own son - Aurangzeb. Amir Khusru, the versatile man of culture, who invented the sarod and is renowned for his Sufi poetry, lies buried here. You can also find the graves of Atgah Khan, a favourite of Humayun and his son Akbar. Visit the shrine at around sunset on Thursdays as it is a popular time for worship, and qawwali singers are in full flow after the evening prayers.

Connaught Place
It is the commercial centre of Delhi and was designed by Robert Tor Russell, chief architect of the Government of India. Located in the heart of the city, it is a circle of double storeyed arcade complex, occupied by shop owners or business houses. With several food joints and shop of varied items, it is the centre of entertainment and business activities in Delhi.

Purana Qila
Purana Qila is believed to have been built on Indraprastha, the original city of Delhi in historical timelines. It was built by the Afghan ruler, Sher Shah, during the brief interregnum in the Mughal Empire. He completed the fort during his reign from 1538-45. It marks a return to the earlier Afghan style with massive walls and three large gateways. The small octagonal red sandstone tower, the Sher Mandal, inside the fort near the South gate, was later used by Humayun as a library. In 1556, Humayun fell from its stairs and was injured fatally. The Qila-i-Kuhran Mosque, or Mosque of Sher Shah, is nearby and still manages to give a fair idea of its grandeur. There is a small archaeological museum just inside the main gate.

Jantar Mantar, Delhi
Within Connaught Place is the Jantar Mantar Observatory built by the Rajput King of Jaipur Sawai Jai Singh in 1724. It was believed to have been built with masonry instruments for observing the movements of the stars and planets