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Delhi (New & Old Delhi) – Visit The Capital City of India

Delhi – a history spanning thousands of years and dazzling personalities make the region a colorful and impressive area. The capital of India impresses with its residents, its sights and backdrops, which are utterly unique. The history of Delhi stretches far back into the past. The latest research has confirmed that Delhi was founded under the name Indraphrastra as early as 1200 BC. The birth of modern Delhi is dated 736 AD. Over the years, more than seven cities have been founded in what is now the urban area of ​​Delhi. Delhi has been the capital of India since 1911. The metropolis combines a cultural center and an important transport hub to create a never-sleeping, always active and prosperous city. Delhi is also India’s number one economic center and thus the most important trading region in India. Universities, museums, theaters – Delhi has a lot to offer and attracts thousands of tourists to the capital of India every year. Delhi is also an important hub for many students. Five of India’s most important universities are located in Delhi, so it also functions as an educational center.

In addition to tourism, the economy plays a major role. The textile and electronics industries in particular, as well as the manufacture of motor vehicles, have helped India achieve economic prosperity. In the area of ​​handicrafts, traditional works give an impression of India’s cultural heritage. The surrounding landscapes are also used economically in Delhi, and the landscape is flourishing. As an important transport hub, Delhi’s infrastructure has been developed to meet both national and international demands. However, public transport is not sufficient to meet the constantly increasing population numbers. In addition, the cities that are emerging around Delhi are growing too quickly to be optimally integrated into Delhi’s transport network.

Climate: In hot periods, temperatures can easily reach 45 °C in Delhi, and there is heavy rain during monsoon season. In terms of tourism, a travel period between November and April has proven to be favourable.

Qutab Minar

Qutb Minar has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. The minaret is a 71-meter-high red sandstone tower and the largest in India. Construction most likely began around 1200. The minaret serves as an elevated point for the muezzin at a mosque to call the faithful to prayer. In the Muslim faith, the call to prayer is made from minarets five times a day. Minarets also served as watchtowers and orientation points for caravans. The Qutb Minar is no longer accessible after numerous earthquakes and damage caused by time but is a tourist attraction.

Friday Mosque Jama Masjid

The largest and, for many, the most impressive mosque in India is the Jama Masjid in Delhi, also known as the “Friday Mosque” or “The Mosque that Looks at the World”. It was built between 1650 and 1656 on the orders of the great Mughal Shah Jahan and involved about 5,000 artisans in its construction. The courtyard of the mosque alone is 90 meters long and provides space for about 20,000 believers. The prayer hall is adorned with 260 columns and faces west towards Mecca. This magnificent building stands at a height of nine meters in the center of Delhi’s old city, which Shah Jahan called Shahjahanabad and is still called that today.

The Jama Masjid is not only the largest mosque in India but also one of the largest mosques in the world. This architectural masterpiece, largely made of sandstone and marble, is undoubtedly one of the most popular tourist attractions in the metropolis of Delhi and should not be missed when visiting the city.

Red Fort of Delhi

One of the most famous landmarks in India, along with attractions such as the Taj Mahal, the Golden Temple and the Palace of the Winds, is obviously the Red Fort in the Indian capital, Delhi. This impressive fort got its name due to the distinctive red color of the sandstone used in its construction. Between 1639 and 1648, during the Mughal Empire, the vast and opulent palace and fort complex was built for the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. In 2007, UNESCO declared this architectural masterpiece a World Heritage Site.

The Red Fort is not only incredibly impressive from the outside, but it also amazes its visitors from the inside, as it is home to famous buildings such as the Drum House, the Pearl Mosque and the Khas Mahal. The latter were the private apartments of the former Mughal emperor and are lavishly decorated accordingly. Just to the south is also the Mumtaz Mahal, known as the “Palace of Jewels”, but it no longer houses jewels, but an archaeological museum. Unfortunately, not all of the things from the former Red Fort are still there today. Starting in 1858, the British destroyed part of the mighty complex to build their barracks there. Nevertheless, a visit to the Red Fort is highly recommended and is a must on a tour of India or a city tour of Delhi, not only because of the historical significance of the building, but also because of its stunning beauty.

Government Buildings

Delhi, the vibrant capital of the impressive subcontinent of India, enchants its visitors with its impressive buildings, many lively, colorful bazaars and its inhabitants. A tour of the country is not complete without a stop in this breathtaking metropolis.

A must-see in the city is the Government District, where not only the world-famous India Gate is located, but also the impressive Presidential Palace Rashtrapati Bhavan, both of which are real tourist attractions. The Presidential Palace was built between 1921 and 1929 and is one of the most magnificent stately buildings in India.

For many historians, the Government District in Delhi represents the tomb of the British Empire, as soon after the capital was moved from Calcutta to New Delhi and the construction work was completed, India gained independence. The Government Buildings, like many other buildings in the city, is another witness to the eventful history of Delhi and the entire country.

India Gate

The Indian Gate is officially called the “All India War Memorial” and is located in New Delhi, the capital of India. It is a 42-meter-high arch, designed by Englishman Edwin Lutyens in 1921. The architect was inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.

The building was built to honor the soldiers of British India who died for the British Empire in World War I. The names of 90,000 Indian and British people who died in the war can be found inscribed in the Indian Gate. The memorial also commemorates the 3,000 soldiers who died in the 1919 war in Afghanistan and those who died in the 1971 Bangladesh War.

Humayun’s Tomb

The tomb of Nasiruddin Muhammad Humayun is located in the Indian capital, Delhi. He was the second ruler of the Mughal Empire and ruled between 1530 to 1540 and 1555 to 1556. His tomb is not only one of the most magnificent buildings in Delhi but also the first Mughal tomb ever built.

Designed in Persian style, its construction began in 1562 and was commissioned by Humayun’s wife. The tomb has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. The size and beauty of the building is what makes it so valuable, but the magnificent landscaped gardens with water canals that surround the tomb also definitely make it worth a visit.

Rajghat Memorial

The Mahatma Gandhi Memorial, which is located on the western bank of the Yamuna River in the metropolis of Delhi, is small and almost inconspicuous, but even more emotionally impressive. If you get the opportunity to come here during a tour of North India, visit the park and pause for a moment in memory of Gandhi, the fighter of the Indian freedom movement, who was assassinated in 1948. The Rajghat Memorial was built in 1951 exactly on the spot where Gandhiji’s body was cremated. A black marble slab on which an eternal flame burns and on which the last words of this great man are inscribed – this is what the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial looks like. Anyone who wants to enter the complex, which also houses other monuments to Indian politicians, has to take off their shoes – a sign of respect. A solemn ceremony is held every Friday to commemorate the fact that Gandhi was assassinated on a Friday.

Lodhi Gardens

You can admire the beautiful Lodhi Gardens in the capital of India, Delhi, on your India tour. The park of about 360,000 square meters not only offers the population a walk, but also offers history lovers a glimpse into the past. Here you can immerse yourself in history and listen to old legends of the sultans and the Mughal emperor Akbar I. Visit the Bada Gumbad, or Sheesh Gumbad funerary monument. The gardens impress with their mausoleums and promise you an exciting stay.

You will get to see many great attractions on your tour of North India. Not only will you enjoy an exciting rickshaw tour in Old Delhi, but you should also not miss the famous “Red Fort”. With its three-story Drum House and the Palace of Colors, you will feel as if you have reached another world. An oasis of peace awaits you here. And a visit to the largest mosque in India, the Jama Masjid, is also worth it.

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is one of the most famous Sikh places of worship in India and a must-see tourist attraction on a tour of Northern India. It is located in the center of Delhi and impresses from afar with its extraordinary architecture. The gurdwara was originally a 17th-century royal house, but the existing quarters were later demolished to adapt the district to modern structures and create a shopping area.

Even today, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib is a central place of pilgrimage for devout Sikhs; every year, for example, on the birthday of Guru Har Krishna, large celebrations are held there in his honor.

Jantar Mantar – Observatory

On your India tour you should not forget to visit the Jantar-Mantar Observatory. This nostalgic monument was built in 1734 and boasts the world’s largest stone sundial. A historical collection of 19 astronomical instruments awaits you at the observatory. Here you can learn a lot about the universe and get a glimpse of the past. This monument is located in the city of Jaipur in the Indian state of Rajasthan.

You should not miss visiting the capital city of Delhi. The historic city is rich in historical buildings and a visit to the largest mosque in India, Jama Masjid, is worth it. From here you can get a great view of the “Red Fort” and the streets of the old city. Restaurants and magnificent temples await you in Nizamuddin. Visit the National Museum and get an overview of the country’s culture. Nostalgic swords, daggers and tapestries immerse you in history.