Delhi, one of the world’s most densely populated cities, is a glorious blend of culture and modernity. Its origin dates back to the time of the ancient Yamuna River, one of Hinduism’s most holy rivers and a clear division line between New Delhi and Old Delhi. There are many things to do in Delhi and New Delhi, including visiting its vibrant artistic industry, many majestic temples, innumerable performing arts venues, and fantastic cuisine, which includes delicacies from all over India.
1. The Red Fort
Shah Jahan constructed the beautiful Red Fort in 1648, and it served as the seat of Mughal control until 1857. With its tall red sandstone walls, this building is absolutely breathtaking. The magnificent main entry, the Lahore Gate, is named after the Pakistani city of Lahore, while the ruler used the much classier Delhi Gate for ceremonial processions. Visitors will find via the Lahore Gate and arrive at Chhatta Chowk, a 17th-century covered bazaar where they can buy silks, jewels, diamonds, and silverware, as well as decorations and snacks.
2. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
The 18th-century Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, Delhi’s most prominent Sikh place of worship, is located near Connaught Place and is well worth a visit. The Sarovar, a majestic pool in the core of the complex, and even the iconic gold dome and flagpole, are both highlights. In 1783, Sikh General Sardar Baghel Singh constructed a small chapel on the bungalow offered by King Raja Jai Singh of Amer.
3. The Lotus Temple
In December 1986, the Lotus Temple was crowned and opened to the public. Fariborz Sahba, an Iranian architect, designed it. It is distinguished by its nine-sided structure. The white marble entire structure dominates the skyline of over 130 feet, built on an angled plinth in a 26-acre expanse of lush greenery and flanked by nine pools bounded by red sandstone passageways.
4. India Gate
India Gate, also known as the Delhi Memorial or the All-India War Memorial, is a historic sandstone arch in New Delhi devoted to British Indian troops who died in wars waged between 1914 and 1919. The building, which stands on a red stone foundation and has a shallow domed bowl on top that is sometimes filled with burning oil, occupies the greenbelt surrounding it, which is often bustling with visitors and locals having a picnic or just relaxing.
5. Humayun’s Tomb
It is an outstanding example of Mughal architecture and was built as a blueprint for the Taj Mahal in Agra. The tomb is covered with dense lush greenery and other tombs, including Humayun’s tomb, barber and the Tomb of Isa Khan, and was built in the mid-16th century by Haji Begum as a monument to her husband by Humayun’s senior wife.
