subject: Most amazing tourist attractions of Delhi [print this page] Most amazing tourist attractions of Delhi
Delhi is known for his history, culture and historical places .Historical monuments in Delhi make it a perfect tourist destination.Monuments of Delhi are very well preserved by the archaeological survey of India. Most of the Historical forts of Delhi was built by Mughal emperors. Some of the most popular monuments of Delhi are India Gate, Lotus Temple, Red Fort, Purana Quila, Qutub Minar, Iron Pillar, Humayun's Tomb, Jantar Mantar, Akshardham Temple.
Akshardham Temple: The structure of the temple depict the great Indian culture. The temple is located East Delhi. This magnificent structure comprises of 20,000 status, floral motifs and carved pillars.
Lal Quilla
Lal Quilla is one of the famous monument of Delhi , it is also known as Red Fort. It is situated on the bank of river Yamuna , the structure of the fort is made up of Red Stone. It was buit by the Mughal emperor Shahjahan.
Safdarjung Tomb
Safdarjung tomb is a example of charbagh pattern of Mughal gardens.It is a Tomb of Mirza Muqim Khan ,and a last example of Mughal tomb layout.
Lotus Temple
Lotus temple is located at kalkaji new Delhi .The temple is constructed in the form of lotus flower on which its name is derived. The structure of temple is made of marble , and it is looks amazing when you see it at night. It is a remarkable architecture of Bahai faith and among the most visited monuments in India.
India Gate
India Gate is situated at Raj Path , New Delhi. It is build by the Edwin Lutyens to give tribute to the Indian Soldiers who lost their life in the war. Names of the 90,000 soldiers are written on the wall of India Gate. Best time to vist the India Gate is between 7-10 pm , in the lights it look quite amazing.
Ashok Pillars
Ashok Pillars was brought by Firuz Shah Tughlaq from Ambala to Meerut.One was installed at the Firuz Shah Kotla and the other at the ridge. The one at the ridge was broken and then restored and reinstalled on the ridge near the Hindu Rao Hospital.
Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid is the largest mosque in India, it was buid by great Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.The construction of masque was started in 1644 and completed finally in 1658. It is one of the finest Specimen of Mughal structure, its is constructed by red sandstone inlaid with black and white marble, spacious courts, massive pillars supporting engrailled arches, elegant bulbous domes.
Beside enjoying Historical monuments in Delhi , don't forget to do shopping in the Delhi's market as Delhi markets are most happening places of the capital.
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