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Places to Visit in Delhi
Delhi is known as one of the best cities for tourist attractions. Be it old monuments or parks, bird sanctuary or temples, shopping malls or cinemas, museums or amusement parks, Delhi proves its variety in every aspect.
Below is the list of some of the chosen places for you to hangout and enjoy.
Garden of Five Senses
A park sprawling across 20 acres of land is the Garden of Five Senses in Delhi located in Saidul Ajaib village near the Mehrauli heritage area. It was a project done by Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation at a cost of 10.5 crores. It took three years approximately to come into existence and was inaugurated in 2003. It is built on a rocky terrain with different thematic areas in the garden including a separate section on the lines of Mughal Gardens.
Along with that, there are pools of water lilies, bamboo courts, herb gardens, solar energy park etc. The garden was established with the aim of stimulating our five senses with the beauty of the Serenity and the attractions around the garden will let us experience all the senses by touching, smelling, hearing and seeing. This garden is also an important venue for cultural events as different programs have been conducted here round the year. Food festivals, the Garden tourism festival, Dandiya festivals and so on are organized and conducted here.
The garden houses Khas Bagh, flower shows, fountains, water cascades, food court, shopping centre, different sculptures etc within it to attract thousands of tourists and natives to spare time with beauty at its best. Saket metro station is the closest metro railway station located in the garden about 1 kilometer away.
Entry timings:
During summer it will be open on all days from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm and in winter it will be open from 09:00 am to 06:00 pm.
Entry fee:
For adults: Rs.30, for children up to 12 years: Rs.10 and for senior citizens: Rs.10.
Address:
Near Saket Metro Station, Mehrauli-Badarpur Road,Said-ul-Ajaib, M.B. Road, South of Saket, New Delhi 110044, India.
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India Gate
India Gate is an important site to visit when on your tour to Delhi. India Gate has its original name as All India War Memorial that was built in order to commemorate the 82000 soldiers of the Indian Army who lost their lives during the First World War happened from 1914 to 1921 as well as in the Third Anglo-Afghan War. The war memorial is situated at Rajpath where you can reach by getting down at Barakhamba Road Metro station in Delhi.
India Gate is located on the eastern edge of the ceremonial axis of Delhi and it was formerly called Kingsway.
The names of around 13300 servicemen including some soldiers and officers from the United Kingdom are displayed on the gate.
The architecture of India Gate is world famous as the triumphal arch that looks like the Arch of Constantine and also compared to the Arc de Triomphe and the Gateway of India in Mumbai.
Entry time:
Anyone can visit India Gate anytime as it is open on all days 24 hours.
Entry fee:
There is no entry fee to visit the structure.
Location:
Rajpath Marg, India Gate, New Delhi, Delhi 110001.
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Hauz Khas
Hauz Khas is a beautiful neighbourhood of South Delhi and is one of the major tourist places in Delhi. The pulse of Hauz Khas is known to be the historically important Hauz Khaz Complex. It exhibits both rural and urban atmosphere and also known as mehak ka chota quila. The location is surrounded by Green Park to the west and Gulmohar Park towards the north. It had witnessed different diplomatic missions like the Albania, Iraq, Guines, Burundi, Macedonia Missions and more.
Its name started achieving appreciation from the outer world due to the presence of an ancient water reservoir by the same name. It is now part of the huge Hauz Khas complex. Hauz means water tank in Urdu and Khas is referred to royal and thus it is considered to be the royal tank in the village. Hauz Khas’s water tank was built firstly by Allauddin Khilji in order to supply water to the inhabitants of Siri Fort and later in the 1960s, it was developed by the famous builders in India, DLF.
There are other major markets located in the premises but Mayfair Gardens is an important attraction which is an independent small private colony. Hauz Khas village pubs, village clubs, restaurants, cafes etc are some of the points of interest for many visitors as they can meet the locals and have an unscheduled conversation.
Entry timing:
The Hauz Khas Village complex will be open on all days from Monday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 07:00 pm but the restaurants in the complex will be open till 11:00 pm. Another famous structure that is Hauz Khas fort will be open on all days from 10:30 am to 07:00 pm.
Entry fee:
There is no entry fee is applicable.
Location:
Hauz Khas, South Delhi, Delhi 110016, India.
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Qutab Minar
A valuable, protected structure of India is Qutub Minar, Delhi which has been considered to be a highly important historical attraction existing currently in India. It is a part of the Qutub Complex which was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The structure is situated in the Mehrauli area of Delhi. Qutub Minar Metro Station located at a distance of about 3km will be the easiest access to reach the amazing architectural brilliance.
Qutub Minar is made of red sandstone and marble making its height up to 73 meters and gives a tower like structure to it which is consisted of five stories and its diameter is 14.3 meters at the base and it becomes 2.7 meters at the top.
Another main feature of it is the spiral staircase of 379 steps. It has been saying that the design of the tower had its origin from the Minaret of Jam located in Western Afghanistan. Qutub Minar’s founder was the legendary Qutub al-Din Aibak who was behind the existence of the Delhi Sultanate. The construction of the structure was started in 1192 and it was completed by Aibak’s successor Iltumish in 1220. But after some decades, its top storey was destructed by a lightning and later Firoz Shah Tughlaq renovated the damaged storey and constructed one more.
Entry timings:
The visit to the structure is restricted to the day time between sunrise and sunset on all days.
Entry fee:
For Indian citizens: Rs. 30 and for foreign nationals: Rs.500.
For children up to 15 years, the entry is free.
Location:
Qutub Minar Delhi is situated in Mehrauli in South West district of New Delhi, India
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A prominent Sikh Gurudwara in India is Gurudwara Bangla Sahib in Delhi known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Kishan. It is a worship house for the Sikh religion believers but now it is a primary pilgrimage and tourist attraction in Delhi. There is a beautiful pool as well inside its complex which is named as Sarovar. It had come into existence as a small shrine by Sikh General Sardar Bhagel Singh in 1783 who was supervising the construction of nine other Sikh shrines in Delhi in the same time.
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is located near Connaught Palace on Baba Kharak Singh Marg and it is recognizable easily from a distance due to its golden dome and tall flagpole. Next, to it, there is the famous Sacred Heart Cathedral. The building was actually a bungalow belonged to Raja Jai Sing and got the name as Jaisinghpura Palace. Guru Har Kishan was living in Delhi during 1664 when there was smallpox and cholera epidemic spread in the society.
Guru helped the people by giving aid and fresh water from the well at his house. But he was also affected by the disease and died on March 30th, 1664. But Sikhs believed that the water from the well at Guru’s house had healing powers and they had taken the water to their homes. Gurudwara and its Sarovar are a prominent place for Sikhs now and they pay tribute to the eighth Guru on his birth anniversary.
The complex included the Gurudwara, a kitchen, a pond, a school and an art gallery. The concept of langar is practised and regardless of race or religion, all people can eat in the Gurudwara kitchen. If you wish to enter the Gurudwara, you should cover your hair and avoid wearing shoes inside. There is a higher secondary school, Baba Baghel Singh Museum, a library and a hospital situated inside the complex. Patel Chowk, Rajeev Chowk, and Shivaji Stadium Metro station are the major metro railway stations near to the Gurudwara.
Gurudwara Bangla Saheb entry timings:
The Gurudwara is open on all days 24 hours.
Gurudwara Bangla Saheb entry fee:
No entry is needed to visit the Gurudwara.
Gurudwara Bangla Saheb location:
Ashoka Road, Hanuman Road Area, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi – 110001.
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The Lotus Temple is among the famous tourist places in Delhi and a major landmark of India that has been attracting tourists from all over the world because of its architecture and beauty. The construction of the temple was finished in 1986. It resembles the lotus flower but created in white colour. The Lotus Temple is open to all people, regardless of region and caste. The structure is built of 27 free-standing marble clad petals in clusters of three to form nine sides.
There are nine doors onto the central hall that can accommodate around 2500 people at a time. It has won numerous awards for its inimitable and beautiful architecture. The temple has a great connection with the Bahai Faith that promotes harmony among people through a common place for worship. Those who belong any religion or any worship method can come to the Lotus Temple as it is a Bahai House of Worship.
There are the sacred writings of Bahai Faith as well as of other religions can be read or chanted but reading non-scriptural texts and performing ritualistic ceremonies are forbidden even though there is a fixed set of the pattern for worship services. As all Bahai Houses of Worship follow certain architectural elements, the Lotus Temple also has some of them in its structure. The Bahai scripture says that there should not be any pictures, statues of images displayed inside the house of worship. The Lotus Temple is located near Nehru Palace and Kalkaji Mandir metro station. The architect of the temple was Fariborz Sahba who was an Iranian. The construction was started in 1976.
Entry timings:
During summer, the entry timing is from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm while in winter it is from 09:00 am to 05:30 pm on all days except Mondays.
Entry fee:
The entry to the temple is free.
Location:
Lotus Temple Rd, Bahapur, Shambhu Dayal Bagh, Kalkaji, New Delhi, Delhi 110019.
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Be ready for stunning and thrilling show at one of the oldest Tomb, Lal Quila (Red Fort). This Light and Sound Show will mesmerize you by refreshing the history of Delhi. You will be witnessing a moment of history of greatest warriors like Prithviraj Chauhan, Razia Sultan, Sher Shah Suri and many more. The effects of Light and Sound will make you feel like sitting in 7-D movie show. More
Purana Quila , New Delhi
May to August (Friday Closed. Adult - Rs.100/-, Child - Rs.50/-. No Cancellation.)
Hindi - 7:30 PM TO 8:30 PM
English - 9.00 PM TO 10.00 PM
Red Fort , New Delhi
May to August (Monday Closed. Adult - Rs.80/-, Child - Rs.30/-. No Cancellation.)
Hindi - 7:30 PM TO 8:30 PM
English - 9.00 PM TO 10.00 PM
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Maqbera e Humayun or the Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi is a major historical site in India. It is the tomb of the famous Mughal emperor of India Humayun. It was commissioned by the first wife of Humayun who was the chief consort as well, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70. The design of the tomb was born in the heart of Mirak Mirza Ghiyas- a persial architect invited by Bega Begum herself. Located in Nizamuddin East in Delhi, the tomb is known as the first garden tomb found on the Indian subcontinent, placed very close to the Dina-panah citadel.
UNESCO declared it as a World Heritage Site in 1993 and since then its reputation began to flourish. But after that, it had to undergo several restorations. Near the tomb, there are several smaller monuments from the main entrance to the West that include one that even built prior to the main tomb. Isa Khan Niyazi’s tomb is that one who was an Afghan noble in Sher Shah Suri’s court of the Suri dynasty.
An inimitable leap in Mughal architecture is displayed along with the Persian model garden that is the Charbagh garden. The construction of the toms was started in 1565, almost nine years after his death. The completion of the tomb was in 1572. The memorial built for Humayun symbolizes the unpredictable symbiosis between Humayun and his wife Bega Begum who was so grieved over the death of her husband finally decided to create such an astonishing remembrance.
Entry timing:
The visit to the tomb is allowed from sunrise to sunset on all days but the best time to visit is between 08:00 am and 06:00 pm.
Entry fee:
Indian citizens and the visitors from SAARC and BIMSTEC countries have to pay Rs.10 to enter the tomb while for other foreign nationals, it is Rs.250 per person. Children up to the age of 15 need not pay an entry fee.
Location:
Opposite Dargah Nizamuddin, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi 110013.
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National Rail Museum
A very significant museum in the history of India is the National Rail Museum in Delhi. It is situated in Chanakyapuri with a focus on the rail heritage India had been possessing. It was opened on February 1st 1977. The building is in over 10 acres of land enhanced by both indoor and outdoor exhibits. The visitors are allowed to do a toy train ride around the site on regular days. Apart from the toy train, there are a lot of amusing items on the display such as 1:8 scale trail, Diesel simulator, Steam simulator, Coach Simulator and things like these.
The concept of a transport museum was coming into the presentation in 1962. However, the first concrete shape of it came out in 1970. It was coming into the scenario under the advisory of Micharl Graham Satow who was a genuine rail enthusiast. In 1971, the foundation stone for the museum was laid by the then President of India V. V. Giri. The Rail Transport Museum as it was known in the initial days was inaugurated by Kamalapati Tripathi, the Minister of Railways during that time.
Later, the name was changed to National Rail Museum in 1995. Patiala State monorail trainways, the oldest operational steam locomotive Fairy Queen, Fire Engine, Saloon of Prince of Wales, Saloon of Maharaja of Indore and Mysore, electric locomotive 4502 etc are a few of the possessions of the museum that have the history of many centuries to be told.
The museum is located near to the Dhaula Kuan Metro Station which is about 2 kms away and you can catch an auto rickshaw to reach the museum from the station.
Entry timings:
It is open on all days except on Mondays and National Holidays from 09:30 am to 05:30 pm.
Entry fee:
The entry fee is Rs.20 per person and for toy train ride the fee would be again Rs.20 per person.
Rail Museum location:
Location
Market Rd, Block F, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110021.
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Agrasen ki Baoli
Agrasen ki Baoli in Delhi is a protected monument under the control of the Archaeological Survey of India. Agrasen ki Baoli is a 60 meter long and 15-meter wide historical step well on Hailey Road near Connaught Place.
There are a lot of legends and stories roaming around the natives regarding the existence of this well though there is no perfect citation proving the brain behind the construction of this well. But it is said to be built by the legendary king Agrasen and it was rebuilt in the 14th century by Agrawal community. Baoli is referred to Jassi or bauri. In Rajasthan and Gujarat, words for step well sounded like baoli, bavadi, vav etc.
India is quite famous for its water temples and step wells and this particular step well has 108 steps and a major example for the architectural brilliance of ancient Indians. There are three levels placed at the visible parts of the step well. Each level had arched niches on either side of it. Even, there are stories saying the well is haunted but it never proved to be true.
Entry Timing:
It will be open all days of the week from 07:30 am to 06:00 pm.
Entry Fee:
There is no entry fee needed to visit the well.
Location:
Hailey Road, Near KG Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001, India.
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Indian Mountaineering Foundation in Moti Bagh
Bored of films, food, and coffee? Then head to one of the most fun places in Delhi – the Indian Mountaineering Foundation! Famous for adventurous and fun activities in Delhi, the sport climbing wall should definitely not be missed!
Do you see yourself climbing high peaks in your dreams, but could never gather the strength it takes to do it? We’ve got a safe yet the most adventurous way to live your mountaineering dream. Call a few friends or maybe head on your own to the Indian Mountaineering Foundation in Moti Bagh and indulge in fun activities like sports climbing, rock climbing, mountaineering, trekking and more.
Timings: 9.00 a.m to 1.00 p.m and 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m
Cost: INR 150 /-per session
Opening Days: The activity is available from Tuesday to Sunday
6, Benito Juarez Road, South Campus, South Moti Bagh, New Delhi,
Phone: 011 2411 1211
Book Cafes
There is always something for everyone. Like, for social people there are bars, same way for introverts who want to relax after a hard day, there are book cafes. With longer opening hours as compared to other outlets, book cafes are always there when you want to spend some quality time with your books and food. Here is the list of some fabulous book cafes in Delhi.
Cha Bar: Light meals, finger food and cakes are washed down with exotic teas at this book-lovers' cafe.
Address: N-81, Block N, Barakhamba Rd, Block N, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001 (M) 099109 94865
Cafe Turtle: Aside from the usual coffees and teas, Cafe Turtle offers a full-fledged menu too.
Address: N-16, 3rd Floor, Greater Kailash I,N Block Market,Near Fabindia, New Delhi, Delhi 110048
Ivy & Bean: With free wifi, quirky interiors and a decent menu it is a perfect place for a day with your book.
Address: 119, Sishan House, Shahpur Jat, Siri Fort, New Delhi, Delhi 110049
CMYK: Sweep through the coffee table books while sipping on drip-filtered coffee.
Address: M-75, First Floor, Greater Kailash 2,, M Block Market, New Delhi, Delhi 110048
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Nehru Planetarium
Officially known as Nehru Memorial Museum and Library, the Nehru Planetarium in New Delhi is built in the Teen Murti Bhavan. It was earlier the official residence of Prime Minister JawaharLal Nehru, which is now converted into a museum in his fond memories.
The museum was built as an initiative from the Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund, that was set up in 1964. With the aim of promoting Astronomy education in India, the Jawaharlal Nehru fund took the task of setting up the Nehru Planetarium. The planetarium was inaugurated by the then Prime Minister Smt Indira Gandhi on 6th February 1984. This place is not only an attraction for the astronomers but also kids who throng to get up close and personal with the planets and stars in the sky.
You will be impressed by the overall aura of the place. Located in the lush green surroundings, the Nehru Planetarium is a place for people who want to spend some time away from the hustle-bustle of the city. However, one must know that the place is located in the heart of the city.
Timings
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English show is at 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM
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Hindi Shows are at 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM
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Typical show duration is 30-35 minutes
Cost: INR 60 per person
Paint Ball
Wish for some extremely fascinating recreations amid your up and coming group excursion in New Delhi. Pick paintball is an engaging and energizing amusement, paintball is absolutely in light of methodology and co-appointment. It tests your diversion arranging abilities and synchronization with the colleagues.
Paintball is an exceptionally prevalent diversion all through the world and now can be appreciated in New Delhi as well. The vast majority of the are currently offering paintball offices for group trips. Paintball in New Delhi is picking up notoriety and is considered a standout amongst the most mainstream diversions to alleviate pressure, join the colleagues and lift up their spirit and certainty level. That is extremely engaging spot for children and adolescents.
Address: A- 265, Andheria Modh, Near Kishan Haat, New Delhi, Delhi 110074
Phone No.: 9873444019
Timings: All days from 11 am to 9 pm
Rs 250 – 35 shots
Rs 350 – 50 shots
Raahgiri
‘Apni Raahein, Apni Azaadi’– that’s the motto of the campaign started by Times of India in Delhi last year. It is now one of the most amazingly fun things to do in Delhi. Conducted every Sunday morning at various locations of Delhi NCR, it attracts a huge number of people that come in to claim the streets of the city as their own.
Numerous activities take place for the audience and big acts such as Euphoria (the Indian rock band) has come to perform at Raahgiri. Even if you’re not a morning person, add this to your list of places to enjoy in Delhi.
For more information, you can check their website and Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/RaahgiriDayDelhi?fref=ts
National Gallery of Modern Art
Museums are a passé but this modern gallery is not! Spend a day exploring not just the fantastic locations but also the breathtaking art that the city has at its disposal. It will surprise you with the amazing collection of paintings and sculptures.
National Gallery of Modern Art is one perfect place for art lovers, precisely for people or students who undestand art forms and are keen to know Indian history as well as modern society under the same roof.
Address: Jaipur House, Shershah Road, Near India Gate, New Delhi, Delhi 110003
Phone No: 011 2338 4640
Timings: All days from 11 am to 6:30 pm
Website: http://ngmaindia.gov.in/
Dilli Haat
Dilli Haat is the one place to visit when you can’t make up your mind about your destination. Endless food stalls covering every culture in India, ethnic clothes, beautiful handicrafts, furniture, jewelry and not to mention a possibility of a dance or music performance makes this place unique.
The DILLI HAAT provides the ambience of a traditional Rural Haat or village market, but one suited for more contemporary needs. Here one sees a synthesis of crafts, food and cultural activity.
This Food and Craft Bazar is a treasure house of Indian culture, handicrafts and ethnic cuisine, A unique bazaar, in the heart of the city, it displays the richness of Indian culture on a permanent basis.
While the village haat is a mobile, flexible arrangement, here it is crafts persons who are mobile. The DILLI HAAT boasts of craft stalls selling native, utilitarian and ethnic products from all over the country.
An ambitious project, set up jointly by Delhi Tourism and NDMC, D.C. (Handicrafts) & D.C. (handlooms), Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India & Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India. It aims at providing encouragement to the needy artists from all over the country in order to sustain and preserve the rich heritage of India
DILLI HAAT is not just a market place; it has been visualized as a showpiece of traditional Indian culture- a forum where rural life and folk art are brought closer to an urban clientele.
It is here that the crafts persons find an opportunity to demonstrate their artistic skills to thousands of visitors everyday.
Since its inauguration in the month of March 1994, Dilli Haat has been home to thousands of handicraft and handloom artisans.
For more information, please contact
Dilli Haat, INA, Aurbindo Marg, New Delhi
Ph: 011-26119055, 24678817
Dilli Haat, Pitam Pura (Near TV Tower), New Delhi,
Ph: 011-27317663, 27310192
Akshardham
One of Delhi’s finest structures Akshardham stands as an epitome of brilliant architecture and is among the best places to visit in Delhi with family. But that’s not where it ends. The temple educates about the life of Swaminarayan (to whom the temple is dedicated) through cinema and human figurines. The evenings get all lit up colorfully during the light and sound show, adding further fun to the day. This surely is one of the best places in Delhi with friends and family, to spend a lovely evening.
'Akshardham' means the divine abode of God. It is hailed as an eternal place of devotion, purity and peace. Swaminarayan Akshardham at New Delhi is a Mandir – an abode of God, a Hindu house of worship, and a spiritual and cultural campus dedicated to devotion, learning and harmony. Timeless Hindu spiritual messages, vibrant devotional traditions and ancient architecture all are echoed in its art and architecture.The mandir is a humble tribute to Bhagwan Swaminarayan (1781- 1830), the avatars, devas and great sages of Hinduism. The traditionally-styled complex was inaugurated on 6 November 2005 with the blessings of HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj and through the devoted efforts of skilled artisans and volunteers.
Each element of Akshardham echoes with spirituality – the Mandir, the Exhibitions and even the Gardens.
The Akshardham mandir has over two hundred murtis, representing many of the spiritual stalwarts over many millennia. The spiritual premise of Akshardham is that each soul is potentially divine. Whether we are serving the family, the country our neighbors or all living beings the world over , each service can help one move towards divinity. Each prayer is a call towards improving oneself and moving closer to God.
NH 24, Akshardham Setu, New Delhi 110092.
Phone: +91-11-4344 2344, Fax: +91-11-4344 2323
Email: info@akshardham.com
web: www.akshardham.com,