Delhi
Delhi sometimes referred to as Dilli, is the second-largest metropolis in India, after Mumbai, with a population of 11.5 million. It is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. Having been the capital of several empires in ancient India, Delhi was a major city in the old trade routes from northwest India to the Gangetic Plains. Many ancient monuments, archaeological sites and remains of national importance have been erected in its history.
The city is believed to be the site of Indraprastha, legendary capital of the Pandavas in the Indian epic Mahabharata. Settlements grew from the time of the Mauryan Empire (c. 300 BC). Remains of seven major cities have been discovered in Delhi. The Mughals built a section of the city (now known as Old City or Old Delhi) that served as the capital of Mughal Empire for a long period.
During the British Raj, New Delhi was built as an administrative quarter of the city. New Delhi was declared the capital of India after India gained independence from British rule in 1947. As the seat of the Government of India, New Delhi houses important offices of the federal government, including the Parliament of India, making Delhi a powerhouse of Indian politics.
Despite the fast pace of growth and life, Delhi has managed to preserve its history and culture in a beautiful manner.
India Gate (All India war memorial)
India Gate or as it was formerly known, The All India War Memorial was built by the British to commemorate over 1,00000 fallen soldiers of Indian Army, who had laid down their lives. Click here to read more…
Safdarjung’s tomb was built in 1754 by Shuja’u'd-Daula (Nawab of Awadh), for his father, Mirza Muqim Abul-Mansur Khan, entitled Safdar-Jang. Click here to read more…
In the hustle and bustle of a fast developing city like Delhi, there is an oasis called Lodhi Gardens. Click here to read more…
Safdarjung’s tomb was built in 1754 by Shuja’u'd-Daula (Nawab of Awadh), for his father, Mirza Muqim Abul-Mansur Khan, entitled Safdar-Jang. Click here to read more…
