delhi sight seeing places

FORTS & MONUMENTS

Humayun's Tomb This tomb, built for the second Mughal emperor, launched a great Mughal architectural legacy -- even the Taj, which was built by Humayun's great-grandson, was inspired by it. Old Fort The ruins of this fort are located on a small hill which once stood on the banks of the Yamuna river. Safdarjung Tomb Built in 1753-54 as the mausoleum of Safdarjang, the viceroy of Awadh, (a place near Lucknow, famous for its delicious Mughlai food),under the Mughal Emperor, Mohammed Shah. Jantar Mantar Few minutes walk from Connaught Place is a strange collection of solomon coloured structures. These were built by Maharaja Jai Singh of Jaipur and is actually an observatory. Red Fort  Red Fort or lal qila as it is more popularly known is a masterpiece of architecture and one of the most haunting spots for tourists from both India and abroad. Qutab Minar Qutub Minar, after the Red Fort is the most sought after spot by tourists who come to Delhi.It is 72.5 metres high and one has to climb 379 steps to get to the top. The Gardens Delhi Development Authority is trying best to provide the residents of Delhi with some greenery by construction of parks and gardens. Moghul Gardens The famous Mughal Gardens is located in the premises of the Rashtrapati Bhavan - the official residence of the President of India. Rose Garden National Rose Garden is situated in the Chanakya Puri area of the capital. This garden has some of the rare and imported rose variety. Lodhi Garden Adjoining the India International Center is the Garden, around the tombs of Sayid and Lodhi rulers. delight of joggers, picnikers and those wishing to romance with their friends or fiancees, Lodi Gardens is a huge area which has room for all kinds of people. The Zoo The Delhi Zoo, close to Purana Qila, was set up in 1959 and is spread over an area of 214 acres. It is regarded as one of the finest zoos in Asia and efforts have been made to provide an almost natural habitat to the animals and the birds. MUSEUMS National Rail MuseumThe 150-year long history of Indian railways with all its developments phases is well represented in the National Rail MuseumThe Rail Transport Museum is a must for rail buffs. National Museum Museums are a showcase to the past and the present. Art lovers would certainly love the splendid display of contemporary art in the National Gallery of Modern Art at Jaipur House while one can glimpse the relics and artifacts ranging from the times of Indus Valley Civilization to the present at the National Museum. Museum of Natural History The focus in this museum is on ecology. The various galleries visitors through the gamut of the earth's natural resource. Nehru Museum & Planetorium Situated at the erstwhile residence of Late Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, Nehru Museum & Planetarium is the best place to learn about the history of the Independence Movement of India. Crafts Museum Crafts museums is at Pragati Maidan Grounds. Open from 10am-5pm daily. The Crafts Museum at Pragati Maidan display Indian handicrafts and offer first-hand experience of craftsmen at work. Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum is across Rajghat and Gandhi smriti is on Tees January Marg). Dara Shikoh Library Dara Shikoh Library. Located in the grounds of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi, near the General Post Office, is the Dara Shikoh Library of the Department of Archaeology Delhi Administration. Dolls Museum There are about 6,000 dolls in Shankar's International Dolls Museum, collected from over 85 countries. A unique museum of Dolls is located near the ITO crossing on the Bahadur Shah Jafar Marg . National Science Centre Designed specially for kids, the National Science Centre Museum has a large collection of working science models to educate children about the scientific facts and how things work and awaken their curiosity to know more. source: sightseeing in delhi {www.delhiplaces.com}

delhi sightseeing places

SIGHTSEEING DELHI
Places of india
Chandni Chowk
Old Delhi
The Ghats
Rajpath & India Gate
Crafts Museum
Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum
Dara Shikoh Library
Dolls Museum
National Science Centre
Forts and monuments
Humayun's Tomb
Old Fort
Safdarjung Tomb
Jantar Mantar
Red Fort
Qutab Minar
Places of worship
Jama Masjid
The Bahai Temple
Nizam-Ud-Din Shrine
Lakshmi Narayan Temple
ISKCON Temple
Chattarpur Mandir
Bangla Sahib Gurudwara
Sisgunj Gurudwara
Botanical gardens
The Gardens
Moghul Gardens
Rose Garden
Lodhi Garden
The Zoo
Museums
National Rail Museum
National Museum
Museum of Natural History
Nehru Museum & Planetorium
Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum
Dara Shikoh Library
Dolls Museum
National Science Centre source: sightseeing in delhi {www.delhiplaces.com}

delhi sight seeing places

PLACES OF DELHI

Chandni Chowk  one of the main markets of Delhi, Chandni Chowk was once lined with beautiful fountains. But today the place is very crowded and congested. Chandni Chowk is located opposite the Red Fort. The Area has got the Digamber Jain Temple which houses the Birds hospital. On one end of Chandni Chowk is the Fatehpuri Mosque which was erected by the wives of Shah Jahan. Opposite the old police station or the Kotwali is the Sunheri Masjid from where Nadir Shah ordered his troops to plunder and massacre Delhi. Old Delhi  The City of Shahjahanabad was the capital of Shah Jahan but little remains of that old city. The Old Delhi or the walled city served as the capital for many emperors. Today, remains of the historical city are the gates like - Kashmiri Gate, Ajmeri Gate, Turkman Gate, Delhi gate. Near Delhi Gate is Feroz Shah Kotla, close to this is kept the Ashokan Pillar which was brought from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The Ghats  Along the banks of Jamuna are located the places were the leaders and freedom fighters of India were cremated. The Raj Ghat is one of the most visited ghats. A simple square platform of black marble marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his assassination in 1948. To North of Raj Ghat is the cremation ground of Jawaharlal Nehru named as Shanti Van. The cremation ground of Indira Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi are also in the vicinity. The cremation ground of Lal Bahadur Shastri is nearby. Rajpath & India Gate  Flanked by ornamental ponds and lawns, Rajpath is host to the Republic Day Parade. The two secretariat buildings and Rashtrapati Bhawan on the Raisina hills are located on the two sides of this immensely broad road. Previously the Boat Club, besides the Rajpath, was host to many demonstrations and Rallies. India Gate is towards the eastern end of Rajpath . India Gate is a 42m high stone arch of triumph. It bears the name of the 85,000 Indian Army Soldiers who died in the campaigns of WW1, the North-West Frontiers operations and the 1919 Afghan Fiasco. Below the arch is the memorial to the unknown soldier. India Gate is surrounded by green grass lawns and trees. The Parliament House  Sansad Bhawan or the Parliament house is the supreme law making body in the country. It is the center of power and politicians decide the fate of the Indian Democracy here. Visitors are not allowed inside the house but when the house is in session, visitors may take permission to go inside and watch the proceedings of the house. The parliament consists of three halls- Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha and the central hall. For the foreign visitors permits are given only after they obtain an introductory letter from the respective embassy. For hotels booking in Delhi visit :- www.newdelhi-hotels-india.com Crafts Museum  Crafts museums is at Pragati Maidan Grounds. Open from 10am-5pm daily. Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum  Gandhi Darshan & Gandhi National Museum is across Rajghat and Gandhi smriti is on Tees January Marg Dara Shikoh Library Dara  Shikoh Library is an archaeological museum in Civil Lines and is open from 10am - 5pm, Monday to Friday. Dolls Museum  A unique museum of Dolls is located near the ITO crossing on the Bahadur Shah Jafar Marg . These dolls are collected from different parts of India as well as from other countries of the world. These dolls reflect the tradition and culture of the region from where they come. Children Book Trust of India is In the same building. This is an organisation which is committed to provide quality books for the little ones. National Science Centre National Science center is located near Pragati Maidan. This center is famous for the models which can be operated by the visitor himself. Children are particularly fascinated by the mysteries of science. Open through out the week except on Mondays. Delhi is spread out, and it is advisable to take organised tours, as the distances are long. The ITDC, operating under the name Ashoka Travels & Tours (tel no: 332 2336), has tours which include guides and luxury coaches. Delhi Tourism (tel no:331 4229). source: sightseeing in delhi {www.delhiplaces.com}