MDelhi, Capital of India. One of the most populated City in India.
Why visit Delhi?
Most visitors to India land either in Delhi or Mumbai (Bombay). And it is from these cities that they glean their first impressions. Unfortunately, Delhi does not always make a good first impression. I was lucky, from my very first day in India, I stayed with an Indian family in South Delhi. True Dilli-wallahs, they helped me see the beauty and essential charm of the city and provided the keys to discover hidden treasures that most tourists miss. I grew to love the city and I hope you will give it a chance, too.
Personally, I think Delhi is a glorious city (check out my post Delights of Delhi for a taste). As well as being my home-away-from-home, I also find it inspiring and endlessly fascinating. Like Rome, Delhi is an eternal city. Not only is it the capital of modern India, it has been the capital of at least seven previous civilizations, and each have left behind a trail of monuments. It’s also a very green city, criss-crossed by wide, leafy boulevards; and it’s the country’s cultural heart and political centre. Plus, Delhi is known as a gastronome’s pleasure garden and a shopper’s paradise. In other words, there’s lots of things to do in Delhi, and many reasons to love the city.
What the must go places in Delhi?
What to do in Delhi and what are the best places to see in Delhi? These are common questions of course, but the answer is far from simple. Delhi is way too big to tackle all at once. Each day, pick an area, such as Old, New or South Delhi, and go exploring. Delhi needs at least three full days, just to get a sense of the city. There is no end to the historical sites, markets, restaurants, parks and lively street scenes you will find. Here are a few of my favourites — this is my must see list for Delhi.
Old Delhi
- Red Fort
- Markets of Chandni Chowk
- Jama Masjid
- Raj Ghat
- New Delhi (Central Delhi)
Central Delhi
- India Gate
- Humayun’s Tomb
- Connaught Place
- Janpath market
- Imperial Hotel
- Khan Market
- Gandhi Smirti (Gandhi Museum)
- Sarojini Market
- Purana Qila
South Delhi
- Dilli Haat
- Hauz Khas Village
- Lotus Temple
- Qutb Minar
- Shahpur Jat
- GK 1 N-block market (shopping for women’s clothes)
- Dastkar Nature Bazaar (better than Dilli Haat)
Delhi is very beautiful city. Here you will get to see lots of temple, gurudwaras and many places.