From the arches and domes of historical monuments to modern commercial centres, Delhi has evolved into a city-of-the-future while still preserving its unique flavour and style. Be it Lutyen’s Delhi (New Delhi) or the Old City, the Qutub Minar in Mehrauli or the posh markets of South Extension, Delhi enfolds many cities within itself. Being the nation’s capital has its advantages and the city wears its aura of power with ease. Arguably, the shopping capital of India, Delhi is also famous for its lip-smacking chaat, Mughlai and Punjabi cuisine.
The historic character of the city is what defines its popular tourist attractions. Most of the places of tourist interest in Delhi are historic. In fact it is the fascinating history of the city that regales a visitor.
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+ more about New DelhiFrom the arches and domes of historical monuments to modern commercial centres, Delhi has evolved into a city-of-the-future while still preserving its unique flavour and style. Be it Lutyen’s Delhi (New Delhi) or the Old City, the Qutub Minar in Mehrauli or the posh markets of South Extension, Delhi enfolds many cities within itself. Being the nation’s capital has its advantages and the city wears its aura of power with ease. Arguably, the shopping capital of India, Delhi is also famous for its lip-smacking chaat, Mughlai and Punjabi cuisine.
The historic character of the city is what defines its popular tourist attractions. Most of the places of tourist interest in Delhi are historic. In fact it is the fascinating history of the city that regales a visitor.
Right from the reign of Prithviraj Chauhan to the rule of the British, Delhi’s recorded history is more than 10 centuries old. Such is the appeal of the city that king after successive king chose the site of Delhi for a capital for a thousand years. Shah Jahan shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi in the 17th century; British left Calcutta and set their headquarters in New Delhi in the 19th century.
Long after the invasion of the city by Muhammad Gauri in the 11th century, Delhi tightly holds to its fate. If being the nerve centre of power for centuries is not destiny than what else will you call it? Winds of change may have swept through the city over the decades but its regal character comes through the magnificent monuments and various modern buildings.
The city has kept pace with the changing world while retaining its old world aura. Delhi is among the modern cities of the world. As the capital city of India, the city is a preferred destination of work for many. Also called the power capital, Delhi is the political hub of the country.
The city is not only the capital of the country but a popular tourist destination for domestic and foreign travellers. Delhi has strong tourism infrastructure. The city boasts of wide roads and fine transport system. Metro rail in Delhi is a recent addition to the city’s transport system. The metro rail is extending to the neighbouring cities (NCR) – Noida, Gurgaon, Ghaziabad and Faridabad. There are number of hotels in Delhi, which offer comfortable accommodation to travellers. Hotels in Delhi range from five-star luxury hotels to mid-priced and budget hotels. Paharganj near New Delhi Railway Station has various budget and low budget hotels while Connaught Place – the city centre – has good number of up-market hotels.
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