INTRODUCTION:-

A rich history in the capital of India,Delhi. The city is replete with mesmerizing mosques,forts and monuments,which were abandoned by the Mughal rulers who once occupied the city.The difference between moving around in Old Delhi and a well-planned New Delhi is huge,And it’s interesting to spend time exploring both.If you feel the need for some rest,So just visit one of Delhi’s richly landscaped gardens.Here is a list of top attractions and places to visit in Delhi. The great thing is that many of them are free!(And easily accessible by Delhi’s Hop On Hop Off Bus).Or, take one or more of these popular Delhi tours.

RED FORT:-

The Red Fort in Delhi is not only an architectural marvel but also a witness to some of the most important events in Indian history.The Red Fort of Delhi is known by several other titles such as Lal Qalah (also spelled Red Fort or Red Fort in Hindi) and Qila-e-Mubarak (Blessed Fort).Delhi’s most famous monument,the Red Fort,not only stands as a powerful reminder of the India of the Mughal period,But it is also a symbol of India’s struggle for independence.It was built by the fifth Mughal emperor Shah Jahan,When he decided to shift his capital from Agra in 1638.The fort’s turbulent history includes its capture by the Sikhs and the British.To take your imagination back to the ancient era,a one-hour sound and light show of the history of the fort is organized every evening.Built on the banks of the river Yamuna,whose waters fed the moat around the fort,The octagonal shaped Red Fort remained the seat of the Mughal Empire for nearly 200 years before the British came to power.

JAMA MASJID:-

Jama Masjid is another wonderful treasure of the old city,and is one of the largest mosques in India.Its courtyard can seat an incredible 25,000 devotees.The mosque took 12 years to build,and was completed in 1656.Jama Masjid,now the second largest mosque in the Indian subcontinent,is an impressive example of Mughal architectureJama Masjid is Delhi’s principal mosque,the place where the city’s Muslims traditionally gather for the Friday communal prayer;Jama Masjid is Arabic for “Friday Mosque”. The mosque is near the Red Fort,yet another building of Shah Jahan.The Jama Masjid and its courtyard stand more than 30 steps from the street, giving the mosque an impressive view of the surrounding area.The longer name,Masjid-e Jahan Numa,translates to “world-reflecting mosque” or “world-reflecting mosque”.The mosque was constructed by a team of about 5,000 workers.The main building material was red sandstone,but some white marsh was also used.A difficult climb to the top of its southern tower will reward you with a stunning view (albeit obscured by metal security grilles) over the rooftops of Delhi.Be sure to dress appropriately when visiting the mosque or you will not be allowed inside.This means covering your head,legs,and shoulders.Dress is available there.

CHANDNI CHOWK:-

Chandni Chowk has always been an important trading center attracting traders and businessmen from all corners of the country.It is hard to miss the hustle and bustle in Chandni Chowk as wholesalers and retailers from all over India come here to do business.While Omaxe Chowk will remove the hustle and bustle and the prevailing chaos,it will also give direction to the business and help make it more organised.”As the most important commodity traded from silver to raw materials,readymade garments,decorative items,food stalls and as a center of electronics trade.”Chandni Chowk,the main street of Old Delhi, stands in contrast to the wide,well-maintained streets of New Delhi.Cars,cycle rickshaws, hand-pulled carts,pedestrians and animals all compete for space.It’s chaotic,crumbling and overcrowded, but utterly captivating as well.As one of India’s oldest and busiest markets,its narrow winding lanes are filled with cheap jewelry,clothing,and electronics.For the more adventurous,Chandni Chowk is an excellent place to sample some of Delhi’s street food.The famous Karim Hotel,a dining institution of Delhi is also located there.

SWAMINARAYAN AKSHARDHAM:-

A relatively new attraction,this sprawling temple complex was built by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha spiritual organization and opened in 2005.It is dedicated to showcase Indian culture.As well as the stunning architecture of the pink stone and white marble temple,the complex includes vast gardens, sculptures and boat rides.Give it enough time to explore it thoroughly–at least half a day.Note that cell phones and cameras are not allowed inside.

HUMAYUN’S TOMB:-

If you thought Humayun’s Tomb looked a bit like the Taj Mahal of Agra,it is because it was the inspiration for the construction of the Taj Mahal.The tomb was built in 1570,and houses the body of the second Mughal emperor, Humayun.This was the first Mughal architecture of this type to be built in India.And the Mughal rulers followed it up with an extended period of construction throughout the country.The tomb is part of a larger complex which is situated amidst beautiful gardens.