Delhi the green city
Delhi spread out over the west bank of the Yamuna river
and has its own historic values. Delhi developed itself as historic city
old delhi and modern metro city New Delhi.
Look at the traditions and cultural values at Old Delhi where Muslim shopkeepers
in Chandni Chowk, Turbaned Sikhs, colorfully dressed Rajasthani and Gujarati
women, Tibetans and Ladakhis in the street stalls, Janpath and Kashmiris
in the handicrafts emporims around Connaught Place, all added different
colours of Indian culture at one place called Delhi. Along with tall moderns
buildings, posh residential colonies and busy commercial places can be
seen along with the ancient historical and heritage monuments. In some
places it can be also seen as jam-packed with heavy dirty traffic, dirty
beggars around the traffics, black Yamuna river, street magicians, pick
pockets, local transportation buses in bad conditions and their dirty
conductors and driver, crowded buses, people.
It has fashion centers, boutiques and shopping malls shops and store for
traditional and contemporary Indian crafts and handicrafts from all over
the country. Old Delhi
Known for its crowded markets and roads, thousands of traditional buildings
and monuments standing and witness of past 100s of years have been changed
the city face.
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Shahi Mosque, sikh’s Gurudwaras temples of Hindus and Jians, Jama
Masjid, Red Fort, Delhi Gate and old iron Yamuna Bridge built by britishers,
still standing however its working time period has already expired but
still it is in working condition, rust free, it is a sample of intelligent
and quality architecture.
Delhi India ! Delhi is the capital of India, it is known as old delhi and new delhi,
Old Delhi known for its historical values, and New Delhi known for its
modernity, the famous tourist destinations are Red fort, Humayun's Tomb,
Jama Masjid, Old fort, India Gate, Lotus temple, Jantar mantar, Qutub
Minar, Chandni Chowk.
Location: North Center of India
Famous As: Capital of India
Delhi History: Shahjahan decided to shift his capital from Agra
to New Delhi.
State: New Delhi, India
'Old' Delhi, “the heart of Delhi” was the capital of India between the mid-17th and late 19th centuries, is full of awesome forts, mosques and monuments. Old Delhi is a lively area of colourful bazaars, narrow streets and hardly controlled confusion. In contrast, New Delhi, the grand city created by the British Raj, is balanced of spacious, tree-lined avenues and striking government buildings, and has a sense of order. Tourists to Delhi get two cities Old Delhi and New Delhi for the price of one.
Tourist Attractions & Places in Delhi
New Delhi is an international metropolis with excellent tourist spots, recreational facilities, and a history that goes back to antiquity. There are several beautiful and historic architectures and places to see. New Delhi covered with green trees and gardens which are amazing part of New Delhi. New Delhi is also a dream city for visitors looking for items of handicrafts, not only the rich artistic crafts of its own craftsmen but also of craftsmen from all over the country. New Delhi offers a huge number of interesting places and attractions to the tourist.
National Zoological park, Red fort, India Gate, Jama Masjid, Old Fort,
lotus temple, Humayu Tomb, Safdarjang Tomb, Several Dargah, Parliament
House, Chandni Chowk Bazar, Canaught Place, Janpath, Qutub Minar and several
other monuments and places.
New Delhi is an international metropolis with excellent
tourist spots, recreational facilities, and a history that goes back to
antiquity. There are several beautiful and historic architectures and
places to see. New Delhi covered with green trees and gardens which are
amazing part of New Delhi. New Delhi is also a dream city for visitors
looking for items of handicrafts, not only the rich artistic crafts of
its own craftsmen but also of craftsmen from all over the country. New
Delhi offers a huge number of interesting places and attractions to the
tourist.
Rashtrapati Bhawan
New Delhi centers around the Rashtrapati Bhawan This graceful building
is a very impressive architectural building standing at a height, is truly
worth seeing, for its historic significance and architectural beauty.
The beautiful Mughal Gardens, which is open to the public in spring, is
an added lure. Mughal Gardens is surely a place to see.
India Gate
India Gate a memorial decorated with the names of the brave Indian soldiers
who laid down their lives in first World War. The evening at India gate
is famous for its beauty with green lawns, standing trees in a queue and
the attraction to see local crowd in the lawns at India Gate. A must visit
beautiful place in New Delhi.
It is a history standing itself in Old Delhi with its proof. When Shahjahan decided to shift his capital from Agra to New Delhi, the decision for constructing the fort was taken in 1639. The Red Fort still retains some of its lost glory. The Red Fort was the last fort built in New Delhi. this royal building made of red sandstone is the location from where the Prime Minister of India addresses the nation every Independence Day
Raj Ghat
Raj Ghat On the bank of the renowned Yamuna river, which flows past New
Delhi, there is Raj Ghat-the last resting place of Mahatma Gandhi, the
father of the nation.
Shanti Vana
Lying close to the Raj Ghat, the Shanti Vana (literally, the forest of
peace) is the place where India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru
was cremated. The area is now a beautiful park adorned by trees planted
by visiting dignitaries and heads of state.
Qutab Minar
The Qutab Minar India is located at a small village called Mehrauli in
South New Delhi. Qutub-ud-din Aibak built Qutub Minar during the reign
of Sultan in 1199 A.D in Delhi-India.It is a fluted red sandstone tower,
which tapers up to a height of 72.5 metres and is covered with intricate
carvings and verses from the holy Qur'an. Qutab Minar India is a landmark
of New Delhi and a place to remember history.
Laxminarayan Temple
Also called the Birla Mandir, the Laxminarayan Temple was built by the
Birla family in 1938. It is a temple with a large garden and fountains
behind it. The temple attracts thousands of devotees on Janmashtami day,
the birthday of Lord Krishna.
Humayun's Tomb
Humayun’s Tomb Designed by a Persian architect named Mirak Mirza
Ghiyas, and completed in 1556, the structure was a trendsetter of the
time by remains a must visit place in New Delhi till date. Built by Humayun's
wife, Hamida Begum, in 1556, nine years after Humayun's death, this elegantly
balanced tomb, set on a platform amidst a garden, is believed to have
influenced the design of the Taj Mahal.
Chandni Chowk
Chandni Chowk (India) remains Asia's largest wholesale market Chandni
Chowk (India) the living legacy of New Delhi (India) is Shahjahanabad.
Created by the builder of Taj Mahal (India), this city, with the Red Fort
(India) as the focal point and Jama Masjid (India) as the praying centre,
has a charming market planned, called Chandni Chowk (India). Shahjahan
planned Chandni Chowk (India). It was divided by canals filled with water,
which glisten like silver in moonlight. The canals are now closed.
The Bahai Temple, situated in South New Delhi, is shaped like a lotus.
Old Fort / Purana Quila
This is also a historic symbol standing itself to show its royalty. The
Purana Quila is a good example of medieval military architecture. Purana
Qila (India) Built by Humayun, the Purana Quila (India) is a monument
of bold design, which is strong, simple and every inch a castle. It is
different from the well planned, carefully decorated, and palatial forts
of the later Mughal rulers. The main purpose of this fort was its utility,
with less weight on decoration. The Qal'a-I-Kunha Masjid and the Sher
Mandal are two important monuments inside the fort.
Jama Masjid
Built during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, one
of the largest mosques in India, the Jama Masjid's large courtyard, onion
domes and central tank are built of red sandstone and white marble in
the Indo-Islamic style.
Experience of Delhi
Beat the Heat,
Buffalo with the man
This is my India: Buffalos are enjoying in the water with the man at Yamuna river Delhi, trying to beat the heat. the temperature of Delhi is above 45 degrees "C at some places. This is the best way to keep yourself cool...A dip in the river for ...more
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delhi hai mere yaar.
Bus, scooter aur car…
Today I Went to Andheria mod from Wazirabad. And it was hell on the road. So much traffic that one cannot imagine. I wonder from where they have all come on the Delhi roads. It took me approx 2 hours to reach the destination point within delhi. Delhi is very much different in looks if compared by East West North South or Central. more...
Delhi –A city of Dreams
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Delhi –A city of Dreams. Dilli (Delhi) is called the DIL (Heart)
of India.
Delhi is a place where you can find people from all over the India rather
All of the world.
Different people different cultures different religion and different
food when comes together then its called Delhi.
It’s said that seven times Delhi has been destroyed and recreated.
Delhi has seen every phase of Indian history and in present time is
the capital of India.
Delhi is Broadly divided into Old Delhi and New Delhi. Where New Delhi
is the entire Modern city, Old Delhi is still having the ancient structure
and culture. Narrow streets Busy Bazaars and tasty food is the identity
of OLD city.Old Delhi is also called the walled city as a wall covered
it and at every entry point there was a gate.
River Yamuna enhances the beauty of Delhi especially in the rainy season
when the water flows in full blow and all the trees and plants are green.
Delhi is the most green Capital of the world.
Mountains Planes River Fields, Delhi has everything. All in all Delhi
is the best place to live.
By: Ahmed, Delhi - May, 22, 2009
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How to Recah Delhi:
Delhi is the capital of India and well conected by Air, by train, and road. Delhi haas national and international airports, Bus terminals and well managed Indian railway stations. International tourists can reach India by air and take a flight directt to Delhi. For domestic travellers several options are available like trian, air, taxi, cab and other private transport.
Byy Air:
People can reach Delhi by Air several natinal and international flights are available for it. Airport in Delhi known as Indira Gandhi International Airport for international tourist comming to India, and Palam airport for Domestic flights. Almost all countries connected with Delhi by Air transport. So it is easy to get into Delhi for business travel, medical travel or any other travel.
By Train:
India has a largest Railways network in the World, due to its largest train network Delhi iss connected to all the major cities of India and even all the small or big town of India. So its very easy to find out trains to delhi from anywhere in India, and trains from Dellhi to all over India.
By Road:
People can choose road travel to reach Delhi bby road transport like cab, taxi, busses and own private vehicle. Major highways are well connected with Delhi, so it is very easy to find the way to reach the New Delhi by road. Taxies are available to travel Delhi and nearby areas. Private deluxe busses are available to reach the delhi. ISBT Inter state bus terminal situated in heart of city, where you can get all the information regarding bus route.