India Gate
(Situated at Rajpath in New Delhi)

Built as a memorial to commemorate the 70,000 India soldiers killed in World War I, India Gate was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and completed in 1931.

Red Fort
(Situated on Netaji Subhash Marg, Near Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi)

So called because of the red stone with which it is built, the Red Fort is one of the most magnificent palaces in the world. India's history is also closely linked with this fort. It was frorth here ht the British deposed the last Mughal ruler, Bhadur Shah Zafar, marking the end of the three century long Mughal rule. It was also fromits ramparts that the first prime. Minister of India, pandit Jawharlal Nehru, announced to the nation that India was free form colonial rule.


Rashtrapati Bhawan
(Situated at West end of Parliament Street, New Delhi)

Formely the Viceregal Lodge, the building is the highlight of Lutyen's New Delhi and was completed in 1929 at a cost of 12,53,000 pound sterling. Located in an area of 130 hectares, the palace has 340 rooms.


Rajghat
(Situated at West Bank of River Yamuna)

The mortal remains of mahatma Gandhi were cremated on this spot on the west bank of the river Yamuna on the evening of January 31, 1948.


Qutab Minar
(Situated at Mehrauli in South Delhi)

The origins of Qutab Minar are shrouded in controversy. Some believe it was erected as a tower of victory to signify the beginning of the Muslim rule in India. Others say it served as a minaret to the muezzins to call the faithful to prayer. No one can, however, dispute that the tower is not only one of the finest monuments in India, but also in the world.



Humayun's Tomb
(Located in Nizamuddin East, New Delhi)

The mughals brought with them a love for gardens, fountains and water. The first mature example of Mughal architecture in India, Humayun's Tomb was built by the emperor's grieving widow, Haji Begum, in 1565 AD.


Jantar Mantar
(Situated at Parliament Street in New Delhi)

At first sight, the Jantar Mantar appears like a gallery of modern art. It is, however, an observatory. Sawai Jia Singh II of Jaipur (1699-1743), a keen astronomer and a noble in the Mughal court, was dissatisfied by the errors of brass and metal astronomical instruments.


Jama Masjid
(Situated at Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi)

Work on the Jama Masjid mosque was begun in 1650 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to complement his palace at the Red Fort. More than 5,000 workers toiled for six years to complete the largest mosque in India. Every Friday, the emperor and his retinue would travel in state from the fort to the mosque to attend the congressional prayers.


Akshr dham Mandir
(Situated on NH 24 Near Noida Mor, Towards East Delhi)

Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Delhi 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.

The grand, ancient-styled Swaminarayan Akshardham complex was built in only five years through the blessings of HDH Pramukh Swami Maharaj of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) and the colossal devotional efforts of 11,000 artisans and BAPS volunteers. The complex was inaugurated on 6 November, 2005.


Dilli Haat
(Located at Shri Aurobindo Marg, Opposite INA market, New Delhi)

This Public place provides the ambience of a traditional Rural Haat or village market, but one suited for more contemporary needs. Here one sees a synthesis of crafts, food ad cultural activity. This Food and Craft Bazar is a treasure house of Indian culture, handicrafts and ethnic cuisine, A unique bazaar, in the heart of the city, it displays the richness of Indian culture on a permanent basis.


The Garden of Five Senses
(Located at Said-Ul-Azaib Village, Mehrauli, New Delhi)

This unique garden is located at Said-ul-Azaib village, close to the Mehrauli heritage area in New Delhi. The 20-acre site is spectacularly beautiful, set amongst majestic rocks. The proximity to the Qutab is an advantage for the visibility of the project. The project is designed to stimulate one's sensory response to the environment. An amalgamation of colour and fragrance, textureand form evokes the awareness of touch, smell, sight, sound and taste.


Azad Hind Gram Tourist Complex
(Situated at Tikri Kalan, about 10 km from Punjabi Bagh)

Azad Hind Gram Tourist Complex at Tikri Kalan is a project developed by Delhi Tourism to honour Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose and to create quality leisure space and wayside amenities for the citizens. Located within two kilometers of the Delhi Haryana border on NH-10, the architecture of the project is inspired by the language of North Indian achitecture and the traditions of Indian craftsmanship.

The elaborate mosaic domes surrounding the museum and the memorial are the focus of the complex which offers the facilities of extensive plazas, an amphitheatre, tourist information centre, souvenir and garden shop, food kiosks, a restaurant, public toilets, drinking water, public telephone and convention facilities.


Lakshmi Narayan Mandir
(Located very near to the Connaught Place, on the Mandir Marg in Delhi)

Built in 1938, the temple is an ideal introduction to some of the gods of the India pantheon. The temple contains a large number of idols and visitors can also watch priests performing ritualistic prayers.


Sound and Light show at Purana Quila
(On the Eastern side of India Gate and North of Humayun's tomb on Mathura Road )

This historic Purana Qila, which has stood witness to Delhi’s rejuvenation, periods of anarchy, and the rise and fall of empires, is the venue for the spectacular sound and light show which brings alive the history of the capital.

Timings of the show Hindi English
Nov. to Jan 6.00 - 7.00 PM 7.30 - 8.30 PM Everyday