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| Birla Mandir,Delhi |
Being my birth place is close to my heart. Such is the historical importance of Delhi that ,it has been mentioned in Mahabharata by the name Indraprastha. It has been captured, plundered and recaptured so many times that history has lost counts. It has been ruled by slave kings, mughals and British.It is the capital of India,located on the banks of river Yamuna.Mugal king Shahjahan built many marvellous pieces of architecture here as well as the walled city of Delhi.British too changed there capital from Kolkatta to Delhi in !911.
Delhi extends from Narela in north to Badarpur in south to Seemapuri in east and Najafgarh in west.
Climate
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| Monsoon at Delhi |
Delhi has varied climate. It is too hot in summer and too cold in winter, monsoon in July, August, mid-September. It can be visited anytime of the year except monsoon.
Places to see
Rashtrapati Bhavan, Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar, India Gate, Red Fort, Jantar Mantar and for shopping Chandni Chowk, Connaught Place, Lajpat Nagar Market, Sarojini Nagar Market, Janpath, and Dehi Haat.
Lotus temple
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| Lotus temple,Delhi |
It is a lotus shaped temple belonging to Bahai’ sect. It looks magical and I admire the people who built it so painstakingly. You can visit inside the temple and sit quietly a for some time.Travel this place to experience the power of silence.
Qutab Minar
It was the tallest structure of its time and was built by Qutubuddin Aibak and completed by his son iIltutmish. Its building consists of five floors, originally it was seven storied structure but time has taken its toll. An iron pillar in the centre is a attraction as it is claimed to be from King Ashoka time. The beautiful complex has Islamic sayings carved in it.
India Gate
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| India gate,Delhi |
It was built by British in memory of soldiers who laid their lives during first world war. Names of the soldiers have been engraved on it. This complex is circular in shape with roads running on its periphery. The main India Gate structure is in its centre. Now Amar Jawan jyoti is constantly burning inside India Gate in the memory of all the soldiers who died on battle fronts.
Red Fort
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| Red Fort,Delhi |
It was built by Mughal Emperor Sahajahan. It is a massive structure which used to be a military base. Even today some areas of Red Fort has troops staying iin it. It is entirely made up of Red Sand Stone. It has lovely garden. It has Deewan-e-aam and Deewan-e- Khas that is from common persons and for VIPs.
Chandni chowk
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| Chandni chowk,Delhi |
It was a very old market where mughal queens used to do shopping. In this place there is a lane named “Nai Sarak” where every kind of book is available and we can also buy old books on subsidized rates. Books by renowned authors and every kind of stationary is available at this place. Chandni chowk is famous for every type of clothes. Dariba Kalan is famous for jwellery. Chandni Chowk is famous for Chat, People from far flung come to Chandni Chowk to tingle their taste buds. The famous eateries are “Paranthe wali Gali” and “Bhalle walan”.
In the centre of Chandni Chowk is “Sheesh Ganj Gurudwara” where people come there, to pay homage.
Sarojini Bazar
It is a very big market for shopping where all kinds of items can be bought at reasonable cost.It is situated in government colony. People from different strata of society come here for variety in clothes and food.College students come here to mix and match their dresses. Aloo chat and fresh juices are real pleasure after doing shopping.
Delhi Haat
It is situated in west kidwai nagar near INA .It is famous for handicraft shopping and eateries of every state is available .In haat shops are not allotted permanently but for a specific period. On every festival it has a specific theme to attend to, which gives it a unique flavor. People come here to feast on varied menu available at the place. Entry fees has to be paid for entering haat.
Humayun Tomb-
Mausoleum is situated on Delhi, Mathura road. Haji begam, wife of Humayun built this tomb, with sandstone and marble. The tomb has graves of Humayun, his wife. Dara shikoh and Farruk siyar alamgir.
Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah –The shrine and tomb of Sheikh Nizammuddin,Aulia.(1236-1325).There is a large bawli, near the northern gate of shrine,which is considered sacred.Pilgrims visit the shrine twice every year for Urs(fair) held to mark the birth anniversaries of Hazrat Nizammuddin Aulia and his disciple ,the celebrated poet Amir Khusro.A visit to the shrine is truly rewarding as traditional Muslim qawwalis can be heard after Namaz.
Jama Masjid-
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| Jama Masjid,Chandni chowk |
It is India’s largest mosque ,built by Shah jahan in 1650 AD.It is situated opposite Red Fort at a distance of about 500 m .The mosque rests on high platform reached by steps through 3 gates.The east gateway in the largest .It is crowned by 3 onion domes ,the centre portion of the dome is 201 feet high and is flanked by 2 minarets 130 feet high built in alternate strips of red sandstone and white marble containing 130 steps.The area around the masjid is famous destination for shopping and muglai food.Meena bazaar is famous for tandoori and muglai delicacy.
Rastrapati bhavan:
It is the official residence of the president of India,formerly the Vice regal Palace.The palace and gardens cover over 330 acres of area .The spectacular building is located on Raisena Hills.It was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens.It has 240 rooms ,12 acre of garden ,17 km corridors,227 columns 37 fountains and 74 lobbies.It also consists of a central block surrounded by copper dome and 4 wings .Mugal Garden in the back,which is open for public in February every year.
Janpath market
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