Delhi at a Glance

Delhi, the capital city of India has a historic past and a vivacious present that make it a very pleasant place for tourists. Since its establishment by Pandavs (called it Indraprastha) ,Delhi has seen the rise and fall of many dynasties.That is why it is one of the most vibrant historical places in India.

You will find an enjoyment package for every kind of tourist.Whether you are a historian, or shopping junkey or love to party or fond of night life , Delhi has certainly got something to offer you. Delhi ,the fastest growing city in India has been described well by Incredible India.

Located on the banks of the River Yamuna, Delhi has been known to be continuously inhabited since at least the 6th century BC, though human habitation is believed to have existed since the second millennium BC. Delhi is also widely believed to have been the site of Indraprastha, the legendary capital of the Pandavas during the times of the Mahabharata. Red Fort showcases the very high level of art form and ornamental work. The art work in the Fort is a synthesis of Persian, European and Indian art which is very rich in form, expression and colour. Red Fort, is one of the important building complexes of India which encapsulates a long period of Indian history and its arts. Its significance has transcended time and space. It is relevant as a symbol of architectural brilliance and power.

Popularly known as the Lotus Temple due to its flowerlike shape, it is the Bahá'í House of Worship and also a prominent attraction in Delhi. Qutub Minar in red and buff sandstone is the highest tower in India . projected balcony encircling the Minar and supported by stone brackets, which are decorated with honeycomb design. Anyone fascinated by India's ancient scientific brilliance cannot afford to miss the Jantar Mantar. The 'Samrat Yantra' is unparalleled in its size, and is clearly the largest sundial in the world. Completed in the year 1628 AD, Jama Masjid is the largest and best-known mosque in India. Originally known as All India War Memorial, India Gate is a prominent landmark in Delhi and commemorates the 90,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army who lost their lives while fighting for the British Indian Empire,  in World War I. Humayun's tomb was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent.

Swaminarayan Akshardham epitomises 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom and bliss. It brilliantly showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spiritual messages. The Akshardham experience is an enlightening journey through India’s glorious art, values and contributions for the progress, happiness and harmony of mankind. Situated in the Raisina Hills, the Rashtrapati Bhawan is an eminent monument of British Empire which used to be the palace of the Viceroy of India. The total cost of constructing the Rashtrapati Bhawan crossed £12,53,000 in British India. There is a Durbar Hall inside the Rashtrapati Bhawan in Delhi and the dome of the hall measures 22.8 meters in diameter. The hall is marked by the beautiful colored marbles. To the west of the Rashtrapati Bhawan, there is a wonderful Mughal garden which is open to the public every spring.