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Places to visit
Delhi Tourist Attractions
Besides the majestic forts and monuments, the capital city of India houses several other attractions that lure the tourists. Delhi sightseeing tour will give you a first-hand experience of the co-existing cultures, lifestyles and magnanimity of the city. New Delhi is the capital of India and therefore exhibits all the features of a cosmopolitan city. It presents a unique blend of the antiquity as well as the modernity of the time.
The city has served as the hub of activity since the Mahabharta age. Many emperors and rulers dominated the city leaving their imprints behind in the form of various buildings and structures. It has acquired pace with time and is moving in sync with the fast changing world. A tour of the Delhi is one of the best ways to witness the versatility of this amazing Indian city. One of the best and affordable ways to tour India is to book Golden Triangle tour which covers the heritage city of Delhi, Agra (known for Taj Mahal) & Jaipur (known for its beautiful & majestic forts & palaces).
Akshardham Temple
Akshardham Temple is a magnificent Hindu shrine, situated in the east region of New Delhi. Located on the banks of River Yamuna, it was inaugurated in November 2005, by the former President of India - APJ Abdul Kalam, the Prime Minister - Manmohan Singh and Pramukh Swami Maharaj - the spiritual leader of BAPS.
Chandni Chowk
The antiquity of the main market area of Chandni Chowk has rendered it a venerated place in the markets of Delhi. It is said that it was once lined with beautiful fountains. However, with time, it grew as crowded as it is today.
Old Delhi
Old Delhi was once known as the city of Shahjahanabad. Shah Jahan established it and made it his capital. This fortified city has a long and interesting history and even today, the remains of its glorious past can be seen in the form of Kashmiri Gate, Ajmeri Gate, Turkman Gate, Delhi Gate and Feroz Shah Kotla.
India Gate
The war memorial arch, India Gate, was built by the British in the honor of the unknown martyrs, who lost their lives in the First World War and Second Afghan War. Vijay Chowk (the Victory Square) is the site of 'Beating the Retreat' ceremony held annually in New Delhi, on 29th January.
Rajghat
Raj Ghat, the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi is one of the most visited sites in Delhi. It consists of a simple square black-marble platform that stands on the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Nearby, there are cremation sites of Jawaharlal Nehru - the first Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri.
Rashtrapati Bhawan
Rashtrapati Bhawan was formerly known as 'Viceroy's House' and was occupied by the Governor-General of India, until independence. Also known as President's House, the building holds a prominent position in New Delhi.
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