What to visit in Delhi
Delhi is a huge metropolis of northern India, which at first glance, apart from noise, bustle and dirt, does not offer much. However, you will find a number of breathtaking sights, especially from the Mughal era, which are really worth a visit. Let's see what all the interesting things to visit here
Visit of Jama mosque
The largest mosque in India
Jama (Friday) mosque is the heart of old Delhi and along with the Red Fort the biggest tourist attraction. It is the best known and largest mosque in India and one of the jewels of Mughal architecture. Its beauty rivals with a few years younger Badshahi Mosque in Pakistani Lahore. In addition, it is possible to climb the minaret and look around Delhi from above. continue reading
Visit of Red Fort
Mughal palace and castles in one
Mughal emperors ruled their empire from the Red Fort in central Delhi for more than two hundred years. This fort built of red stone, under which it is named, used to protect the picturesque pavilions and monarch gardens. Today it is a popular stop for almost all tourists who come to Delhi. In addition, right next is another attraction – beautiful Jama Mosque and a bustling market. continue reading
Visit of Humayun 's Tomb
Architectural jewel in the heart of Delh
Hot, dirty and crowded Delhi usually drives all travelers away as quickly as possible, but there are also very beautiful architectural monuments hidden in the large gardens without crowds of tourists. One of them is impressive Humayun's tomb lying just 2.5 kilometers south-east from India Gate. This building is a beautiful example of Mughal fabulous architecture. continue reading
Visit Tombs in Lodhi gardens
Tombs in the center of Delhi
Lodhi Gardens (sometimes called also Lodi) is one of the few pleasant green oases in the middle of hot Delhi south of India Gate. They are not as famous as the tomb of Humayun and Safdarjung that are not too far away, but even so they are definitely worth a visit. You almost do not meet a living soul here and in addition, there is not entrance fee. continue reading
Visit of Purana Qila
The oldest fort in Delhi
Purana Qila = Old fort from the 16th century is located just a few hundred meters to the east of India Gate. Although it is not one of the biggest tourist blockbuster in Delhi – after all, not much of it is preserved, but even so it is still worth a visit. Worth seeing is certainly impressive western gateway Bara Darwaza, mosque Qila-i-Kuhna and interesting building of private Humayun's library. continue reading
A tour of the Khari Baoli market
The largest spice market in Asia
In this article, we will look at one of the largest spice markets in the world – the Khari Baoli market, which can be found in the very heart of the city of Delhi. continue reading