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The capital of India and truly reflecting a distinct culture, Delhi is an exciting city with lots of things to do. Wherever you're from, Delhi is culturally so vast and full of lavish history that everyone feels at home. With so much to see and do, there is something for everyone here. It's well maintained streets makes walking to restaurants, museums, art galleries and theatres a unique experience. Thanks to its wealth of cultural diversity, Delhi's cuisine is one of the best in the world. From elaborate architectural buildings to the beautiful gardens, Delhi does not disappoint. People here are equally friendly and down to earth.
The tour is out of this world as it is a true combination of all you should experience while visiting Delhi. Drive through the old monuments and temple, whilst enjoying the city's charm. A visit to Qutab
Minar, Museums, Gardens and fantastic sound & light show at Red Fort, make for a truly memorable experience! |
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Red Fort
Delhi's most magnificent monument, the Red Fort, was built by Emperor Shah
Jehan, in 1638 A.D. Enclosed in this glorious Fort is
Diwan-i-am, the hall meant for public audiences;
Diwan-i-Khas, where private audiences were granted; Rang
Mahal, the water cooled apartment of the royal ladies; the Pearl Mosque, a lovely, ornate dream in white marble.The Prime Minister of India addresses the nation from this age old Fort, on the auspicious day of India's
Independance.
The War Memorial Museum is housed on the first floor.
The Diwan-e-Am is built of red sandstone and is set atop
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The Museum of Archeology, which
has artifacts salvaged from the royal palace, is housed
in the Mumtaz Mahal. Rang Mahal, the Palace of Colors,
gets its name from its painted interior. The northern
and southern sections were called Sheesh Mahal. Khas
Mahal, the Emperor's Palace has special rooms for
private worship and for sleeping. It is small and
elegant and have many miniature paintings of Shahjahan's
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India Gate
India Gate is a majestic high arch, 42 meters high, built as a memorial tothe Indian soldiers killed in the World War I. Beneath it burns an eternal flame. From the base of the arch one can get a good view of the Rashtrapati
Bhavan.
A fascinating and wonderful monument! Enjoy the lush green lawns of India Gate, which house the famous boat club and a children's park. The lawns come alive in the evening with picnicking families and couples taking a stroll. Little children run about playing with balloons and eating ice-creams purchased from nearby vendors. The use of special lighting means that the monument looks even more striking at night than it does by day.
From the base of arch one can get a good view of Rashtrapati
Bhawan. |
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The entire monument is extremely beautiful and the arch stands on a low base of red Bharatpur stone which rises in stages to a huge molding. Above on both sides is inscribed INDIA, flanked by MCM and to the right,
XIX. The shallow domed bowl at the top was intended to be filled with burning oil on anniversaries but this is rarely done. |
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Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid is the largest mosque in India, and stands across the road from the Red Fort. Built in 1656, it is an eloquent reminder of the Mughal religious
fervour. Its spacious courtyard holds thousands of the faithful who offer prayers.
The area surrounding Jama Masjid is like another World. Located in the centre of the old city, the Mosque sits on top of a large hill, projecting high into the Old-Delhi skyline. You can hire a guide who can explain the history, show you the footprint of Mohammed the Prophet.
You can climb the tower of Jama Masjid and get a great view over the city as well as you can hear the sounds of Indian street-life. |
Jama Masjid Mosquee was built by 5000 artisans, with red sandstone and marble. At the bottom of this facades spreads a 100 meters sq esplanade where up to 25000 prayers group on the pray days.
Once you are out on the streets, you can see various small and beautifully designed
rikshaws. The ride is inexpensive and very cost effective, but always watch your bags. Inspite of this, you should still not miss the experience of a rikshaw ride as you can relish and have fun, while watching the various places of Old Delhi.
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