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Red Fort

Red Fort, Delhi

One of the most spectacular pieces of Mughal Architecture is the Lal Quila or the Red Fort. Built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan between 1638 and 1648, the Red Fort has walls extending up to 2 kilometers in length.

Humayun's Tomb
Humayun's Tomb, Delhi

The Garden Tomb Humayun's tomb lies on the Mathura road near its crossing with the Lodi Road.

Qutub Minar
Qutub Minar, Delhi

Historical Construction Of A Landmark In 1199, Qutub-ud-Din raised the Qutub Minar either as a victory tower or as a minaret to the adjacent mosque. From a base of 14.32m it tapers to 2.75m at a height of 72.5m and a valid reason why it took two decades to complete this monument.
 
It's a red sandstone tower covered with beautiful and striking carvings and is inscribed with verses from the holy Quran
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India Gate
India Gate, Delhi

It was designed by Edwin Lutyens In 1921. Its height is 42m. It commemorates the 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army during the First World War and bears the names of more than 13,516 British and Indian soldiers killed in the Northwestern Frontier in the Afghan war of 1919. The foundation stone was laid by His Royal Highness, the Duke of Connaught in 1921 and was designed by Edwin Lutyens.

Rajghat
Rajghat, Delhi

On 31st Jan. 1948, Mahatma Gandhi's last rites was performed here. The memorial stone of Gandhi is square in shape made of black stone. His last ward- 'Hey Ram' is inscribed on it. On every Friday (the day of his death) a prayer is being held. Except Monday, a regular feature of projecting Gandhi philosophy in picture, sculpture and photos from 10-00 to 17-00 is being performed at Rajghat.

Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar, Delhi

A unique structure raised in 1724, now lies in the heart of Delhi's commercial centre near Connaught place. This is the Jantar Mantar, one of several astronomical observatories raised by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur.
 
The various abstract structures within the Jantar Mantar are, in fact, instruments that were used for keeping track of celestial bodies.

Rashtrapati Bhavan
Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi

The palatial building built on an area of 330 acres with a private garden designed by the illustrious Lutyens, as the official residence of the Viceroy of India during British reign, is now the official residence of the First Citizen of India – its President.
 
The imposing structure almost overshadows all other monuments within its vicinity.

Tughluqabad Fort

Tughluqabad Fort, Delhi

It was built by Ghiyath-ud-din Tughluq & was founded in 1321-25. It is historically known as 'Tughluqabad, Third City of Delhi'. It is located at the east of the Qutub Minar.
 
The citadel frowns down ominously like some Gothic palace all over the Qutub-Badarpur road and seems to prefer its splendid isolation.

Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple
Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, Delhi

The Akshardham experience is an enlightening journey through India’s glorious art, values and contributions for the progress, happiness and harmony of mankind. The grand, ancient-styled Swaminarayan Akshardham complex was built in only five years through the blessings of HDH Pramukh Swami Maharaj of the Bochasanwasi Shri. Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) and the colossal devotional efforts of 11,000 artisans and BAPS volunteers.
 
The complex was inaugurated on 6 November, 2005. Its address is: Shri Swaminarayan Mandir (B.A.P.S.), 'Swaminarayan Akshardham', N. H. 24, Near Noida Mord, New Delhi-110092.

Nizam-Ud-Din Shrine
Nizam-Ud-Din Shrine, Delhi

The tomb of the famous sufi saint Nizam-ud-din Auliya is built on the way from Humayun's tomb. Inside the premises of the shrine is a tank which is surrounded by many other tombs. It is said that there was a controversy between the rulers of Tughlakabad and the saint over building this tank. The saint had said that the city of Tughlakabad will never flourish and so did it happen.

Birla Mandir
Birla Mandir, Delhi

This temple was built over a six year period (1933 - 1939) and was opened by Mahatma Gandhi. It was built in the 20th century by the Birla family of industrialists known for its many other temples in India.
 
The presiding deity here is Lakshmi Narayan (Vishnu). It is also known as the Lakshmi Narayan.

Shalimar Garden
Shalimar Garden, Delhi

The garden lies 10 kilometers north west of Old Delhi, and is one of the important Mughal gardens in the city. The garden lies of the suburbs of the city and fascinates most of the travelers from all across the city.
 
According to the legend, Aurangzeb was crowned emperor here in the year 1658.

Lodhi Garden

Lodhi Garden, Delhi

It is about 3 kilometers. to the west of Humayun's tomb and adjoining the India International Center. The tombs of Sayyaid and Lodi rulers are also built here. It was established in the 15th and the 16th centuries by the Sayyaid's and Lodhi's.
 
Lodhi Garden is a fine picnic spot. The garden offers peaceful and tranquil environs away from the hustle bustle of the city life.

Appu Ghar
Appu Ghar, Delhi

It is the first amusement park of India, Appu Ghar is located in Pragati Maidan. Inaugurated on 19th November, 1984, by the then Prime Minister, Late Shri. Rajiv Gandhi, on the occasion of the birthday of Late Prime Minister Smt. Indira Gandhi.
 
Its timings are: Weekdays-1.30 pm to 9.30 pm and on Sunday- Noon to 9.30 pm.

Mughal Garden

Mughal gardens are amongst the popular gardens in Delhi. Situated within Rashtrapati Bhawan, the official residence of the President of India, these gardens forms a major part of tourist attractions in Delhi. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutynes for Lady Harding, the garden occupies an area of 13 acres and is divided into three sections (rectangular, long and circular gardens) and is a blend of the formal Mughal style with the design of a British Garden

 

Children's Park
Children's Park, Delhi

It is located near India Gate. It has large well maintained lawns that provides good sitting grounds to visitors.
 
The park also houses an aquarium.

Indian Institute of Technology

IIT, DelhiIIT Delhi is situated at Hauz Khas in South Delhi, which is a landmark place in the colourful and chequered history of Delhi. The campus of the Institute extends to an area of 320 acres. With many topographical features, imaginatively laid out with picturesque landscape, numerous buildings of various nature and stature, and clean and wide roads, the campus presents a spectacle of harmony in architecture and natural beauty.

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