Top places to visit in Delhi
Delhi
is India's capital city. It is a very big city, housing India's biggest
parliament house, and a number of government departments as well as private
organizations. The city is quite an exciting place to visit. There are several
places to visit in Delhi, India. Below are some of Delhi's top places to visit in
Delhi.
Heritage
Site: This is perhaps the top tourist attraction in Delhi. Jai Mahal, one of
the Seven Wonders of the World, attracts thousands of visitors every year to
its evergreen and majestic lawn. Fort Museum, India Gate, India Fountain and
India Gate Wildlife Sanctuary are some of the other fascinating places to visit in
Delhi.
Red
Fort: One of the most spectacular monuments in India, Red Fort houses the Army
of British Rajasthan. A must visit for any tourist visiting New Delhi, the Red
Fort is one of the best parts of New Delhi to see. The stone work, decorations
and museum's are worth seeing. Besides, the fortress is one of the oldest fort
in India and thus, it holds a lot of fascination for tourists. A major tourist
attraction, Red Fort receives thousands of visitors every day.
Jain
Temples: There are several Hindu temples in New Delhi. However, the best part
of New Delhi to see is the Jain Temples. The Jain Temples is a set of six large
temples dedicated to Lord Brahma. It is one of the oldest buildings in India
and thus, it holds a lot of ancient cultural and historical value.
Qutab
Minar: Another tourist attraction of New Delhi is the Qutab Minar. It is the
oldest and largest amongst all the Minarras in India. The Qutab Minar was built
by the mughal emperor Jahangir and has lots of heritage. The marble mosaic and
the carvings on the tile to make this a wonderful attraction. This place is
also a famous for the Jain and Buddhist temples.
Akshardham
Delhi: This is another famous place to visit in New Delhi. It is also one of
the best places to watch the sun set in New Delhi. The Akshardham Temple is
constructed from stone and thus, it has a unique beauty. People throng to this
place during the summer months to catch a glimpse of the sun setting over the
red fort.
Jain
Temples: One of the most visited monuments of New Delhi is the Jain Temples.
These are the largest and oldest Hindu temples of the world. It is believed
that the deities who were born in this temple was the son of the goddess of
knowledge. It is believed that these temples were built by King Vastu and his
first consort.
Fort
Museum: Amongst all the monuments and museums, the Fort Museum is the most
visited by tourists. It is located in the centre of the city and it houses some
of the finest collections of weapons and artifacts. This museum was built by
Shah Jahan in memory of his soldiers who were killed fighting against the
Mughals. Tourists who visit Delhi often pay a visit to this renowned museum to
see the collection.
Tombs:
Another of the most popular places to visit in Delhi is the Birla Temple. This
temple is dedicated to Lord Birla, the fifth century warrior king of Rajasthan.
There are many stories surrounding his death. The tombs are believed to be his
resting place.
Birla
Temple: Another monument of Lord Birla is the Birla Temple. This temple is
dedicated to the legendary king and his contributions towards art, architecture
and cuisine to the country. Built by the mughal emperor Shahjahan, it was built
initially to honour the erstwhile king. It now has a Mughal Emperor Zafar Daine
built in its honour.
Masjid
Asbat: Located near South India's capital, the famous Masjid Asbat is a
centuries-old Muslim temple. Dedicated to the beloved son of the Prophet
Muhammad (SAW), the masjid is one of the finest examples of mughal
architecture. The biggest attraction within the masjid is the huge staircase
that leads to the main prayer hall. Carved in solid masonry, the staircase is
flanked by smaller alleys. One major attraction to watch at the masjid is the
colourful carpentry work that surrounds the building
The
National Museum: India's first national museum, the National Museum is a
popularly known tourist spot for all ages. It houses some of the world's most
spectacular and well-preserved specimens. The museum was created during the
last decades of British rule in India. The museum was named after the nation's
first president, Jawaharlal Nehru. The museum showcases India's rich history,
culture and arts.
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