Top 10 must see places in Delhi
New Delhi: A short break is the need of the hour specially when you want to keep yourself away from the everyday stresses and hassles of life. Weekend getaways are the best locations to plan
2. Dilli Haat
Dilli Haat is an open air food cum craft bazaar located in Delhi near INA (AIIMS), run by the Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation.
There are over 62 craft shops inside the plaza where artisans from every corner of this vast country gather to sell and showcase their handicraft.
Then there are food stalls offering savoury cuisines from every possible state for the platter of guests.
3. Red Fort
Once the pivot of the might Mughal Empire, Red Fort, or the Lal Quila, is a stark reminder of ephemeral nature of empires and powers that be.
Once a sprawling fortress complex with an array of palaces, and grand structures, lush courtyards and cascading waterholes; Red fort today is only a shadow of its majestic past.
The significance of this structure is evident in the fact that it was here that the flag of India was hoisted when she got independence from British Raj, a tradition which is still observed on each anniversary of Indian Independence Day.
4. Akshardham Temple
One of the modern marvels of architecture, this sprawling temple complex by the bank of river Yamuna, is a sight to behold.
The architecture and design of this temple complex is a manifestation of the time tested ancient traditions of Hindu culture, beliefs and spirituality which has percolated down the ages.
The popularity of this temple is evident in the fact that 7 out of 10 people who visit Delhi, pay their visit to Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple.
Dilli Haat is an open air food cum craft bazaar located in Delhi near INA (AIIMS), run by the Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation.
There are over 62 craft shops inside the plaza where artisans from every corner of this vast country gather to sell and showcase their handicraft.
Then there are food stalls offering savoury cuisines from every possible state for the platter of guests.
3. Red Fort
Once the pivot of the might Mughal Empire, Red Fort, or the Lal Quila, is a stark reminder of ephemeral nature of empires and powers that be.
Once a sprawling fortress complex with an array of palaces, and grand structures, lush courtyards and cascading waterholes; Red fort today is only a shadow of its majestic past.
The significance of this structure is evident in the fact that it was here that the flag of India was hoisted when she got independence from British Raj, a tradition which is still observed on each anniversary of Indian Independence Day.
4. Akshardham Temple
One of the modern marvels of architecture, this sprawling temple complex by the bank of river Yamuna, is a sight to behold.
The architecture and design of this temple complex is a manifestation of the time tested ancient traditions of Hindu culture, beliefs and spirituality which has percolated down the ages.
The popularity of this temple is evident in the fact that 7 out of 10 people who visit Delhi, pay their visit to Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple.