New Delhi India's capital city, Delhi is the second most widely used entry point in the country, being on the route of most major airlines. It is well linked by rail, air and road to all parts of the country. The remains of seven distinctive capital cities - among them Shahjahanabad and Qutab Minar - can be seen.

Here, museums, art galleries and cultural centres attract the finest exhibitions and performances from India and Abroad. Shopping encompasses virtually everything that can be bought in the country. Hotels range from the deluxe to the more modest. Most fascinating of all is the character of Delhi which varies from 13th century mausolea of the Lodi kings set in sprawling park to ultra modern chrome and glass skyscrapers; and from imperial India's Parliament House and the President's Palace to the never ending bustle of the walled city surrounding Jama Masjid. Delhi also makes the ideal base for a series of short excursions to neighboring places, all connected by road.

Delhi, the capital of India houses some of the magnificent monuments built from 12th century monuments built from 12th century onward - The Red Fort, Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Jama Masjid, India Gate (War Memorial), Parliament House, Presidents's House, Bahai Temple (The Lotus Temple) are worth a visit. Besides, there are number of interesting museums. The most important ones are National Museum - the premier museum of India, National Gallery of Modern Art, Rail Museum and Gandhi Museum.

India Gate which is primarily a memorial to unknown soldier. Designed by Lutyens , the 42 meter high structure is a war memorial in honour of soldiers who died during the second World War. The structure has an eternal flame (Amar Jawan Jyoti) to honor the memory of the unknown soldiers. It is situated near Rashtrapati Bhavan.


Jantar Mantar is an astronomical observatory with masonary instruments, built in 1724 by Jai Singh, the mathematician and astronomer king. The Samrat and Yantra supreme instrument, the largest structure shaped like a right-angled triangle, is actually a huge sun-dial; the other five instruments are intented to show the movements of the sun, moon etc

Laxmi Narayan Temple was Built by the industrialist BD Birla in 1938. This temple is dedicated to Lakshmi (goddess of prosperity and good fortune) and Vishnu the God and is commonly known as Birla Mandir. Built in Orissan style, the temple is a fine example of modern Indian architecture.


The Kutub Minar is situated in Maharoli, Delhi. This building was made by Kutubudin Aibek in 1199. Qutub Minar is still the highest stone tower in India as well as one of the finest Islamic structures ever raised and Delhi's recognised landmark.


The Raj Ghat A simple square platform of black marble marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his assassination in 1948. A dedicatory ceremony takes place each Friday, the day he was killed.


The Red Fort, located by the banks of River Yamuna, is one of the most visited and photographed tourist attractions in Delhi. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjahan in the 17th century, it has a circumference of over 2.2kms.

Explore the fort and visit architectural delights including Naqqar Khana (Drum room), Naubat Khana (Welcome Room), Diwan-e-Aam (Hall of Public Audience), Diwan-e-Khas (Hall of Private Audience), Rang Mahal (Palace of Colors), the Hammam (Bathing Area) and Shah Burj. The fort has two main entrances - Delhi Gate and Lahore Gate.