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Delhi History

Sher Shah Suri was the mastermind behind the longest and most traveled road in India – the Grand Trunk Road – known as the lifeline of the country. It has resisted attacks by monarchs like Nadir Shah and Ahmed Shah Abdali.

Though Delhi was constantly subject to change of rulers and empires, one positive effect was on the cultural heritage of the city. Over a long period of time Delhi became the land that a large number of monuments of historical and architectural importance were built. These monuments are the classic examples of the culture, tradition, lifestyle and architecture of the period they belong. They provide a great insight into the historic past of the city.

Delhi Geography

Geographically, Delhi is situated on the banks of the River Yamuna in the northern part of the country. It is surrounded by different states on all the four sides.

Delhi weather is an extreme continental type, with winters extremely cold and summers very hot. In winters the temperature drops down to less than 4 degree Celsius and in summers it soars to as high as 48 degrees Celsius. Precautions are necessary both in winters and summers to beat the chilly winds and the heat waves.

Delhi Things To Do and Attractions

The best time to venture out and experience Delhi is during the spring season, from February to April and in autumn from August to November. The bloom season of February and March makes Delhi colorful. This is the best time to visit the very famous Mughal gardens, which is part of the Rashtrapati Bhawan (President’s House). It opens in February and is a treat for the eyes. With its colorful blooms and very intricate designs carved with flowers, visiting the Mughal gardens is a popular thing to do in Delhi. Apart from this, Rajghat (Mahatma Gandhi’s shrine), Shanti Van (Jawaharlal Nehru’s shrine), Shakti Sthal (Indira Gandhi’s shrine), Vir Bhoomi (Rajiv Gandhi’s shrine), and Vijay Bhoomi (Lal Bahadur Shastri’s shrine) are popular Delhi attractions you can check out. They’re worth the visit not just for their historical and political importance to the country, but also for their natural beauty.

Other Delhi things to do and attractions are places of like forts, monuments, museums, temples, and botanical gardens. The other places of tourist interest in Delhi include Chandni Chowk, Qutub Minar, India Gate, Lal Quila, the Lotus Temple and many more.

There is a new addition to the city monuments in the form of the Akshardham Delhi Temple, which was dedicated to the nation by the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Nov 6th 2005. The Akshardham Temple is a marvel in pink stone and white marble. It is built in a 100 acre complex and showcases Indian art and culture and traditional values in combination with the modern technology. This is a must for those looking to experience Delhi tourism at its finest.

Delhi Nearby Cities

There are a lot of cities near Delhi that can be visited along with a trip to the city. Some of them are Agra (famous for The Taj Mahal), Jaipur and Fatehpur Sikri. These cities are easily reachable by road and can be conveniently covered in the same go.

Delhi Nightlife

Delhi nightlife is becoming as vibrant as Mumbai. With numerous pubs and bars like Decibel and Athena popping up, it is slowly becoming a way of life in Delhi to hang out in the night. Like a lot of the other Indian cities, you can almost always find a good bar or club at a 5-star New Delhi hotel.

Delhi Getting There and Around

Traveling to Delhi is convenient by any mode. It is well connected through rail, road and airways, both nationally and internationally. Being the country capital, Delhi has all the possible modes of transportation. The local transport comprises of Taxis, auto rickshaws, bicycle rickshaws, and underground railways “the Metro”. If you’re staying at a Delhi hotel, the front desk shoud be willing and able to help you get to where you’re going.

Delhi Shopping

Delhi is a shopper’s delight. There are a lot of markets in Delhi. Some of the more famous all purpose one’s are C.P, Lajpat Nagar, Karol Bagh, Kamla Nagar (frequented by many youngsters), and Janpath (for the cheap, handy stuff).

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