Area:
14 83 sq .kms.
Altitude: 239 m above sea
level.
Language: Hindi, English Urdu, Punjabi
Rainfall : 111 cms.
annually (approx)
Clothes :
Summer-Cotton
Winter-Woollens
STD Code: 011
Population: 11 million
People per sq.km : 7000
Best Time to Go : October to March
Delhi,
the capital of India, is a city of marvellous
contrast. Its past and present mesh
seamlessly to make it an exciting palace to visit.
The sprawling modern metropolis of Delhi enfolds
within its limits the remains of seven earlier
cities. Today the imposing forts and tombs of these
earlier times co-exist comfortable with the elegant
edifices of the British Raj and modern high rise
buildings. Cool tree-lined avenues with their
whitewashed bungalows are as much a part of the
city's charms as the ordered chaos of the arrow
lanes and busy bazaars of the walled city of
Shahjahanabad.
Delhi is a microcosm of India a marvellousmix of people and traditions where museums and cultural centers offer the finest exhibits, art and the best performance from around the country.
Delhi's fascinating bazaars and markets spillover with the finest that India has to offer handicrafts, garments, fabrics and jewellery-making shopping a special delight.
A major gateway into India, Delhi is the logical start to an exploration of northern India. It is also a part of the Golden Triangle, an exciting circuit of the three magnificent Cities of Delhi-Agra -Jaipur. places
India Gate
India Gate is a majestic high arch, 42 meters high, built as a memorial to the Indian soldiers killed in the World War I. Beneath it burns an eternal flame. From the base of the arch one can get a good view of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Red Fort /Lal Qula
Delhi's most magnificent monument, the Red Fort, was built by Emperor Shah Jehan, in 1638 A.D. Enclosed in this glorious Fort is Diwan-i-am, the hall meant for public audiences
Jama Masjid
Situated in the ancient town of Old Delhi, the Jama or Jami Masjid is the final architectural extravaganza of the Mughal Emperor, Shahjahan. This monument was built between 1644 and 1658 by five thousand artisans.
Qutub Minar
Spearing its way proudly into the sky, Qutub Minar with a height of 72.5 mts commands a panoramic view of the green fields extending into a sprawling city. The Qutub Minar was built as a victory memorial by the Muslims who captured Delhi. Minar is the root of the English word "minaret" meaning "Little Minar" or pillar.