Delhi is India's main point of arrival for overseas visitors, and the major transport hub for destinations in the states of Rajasthan, the Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh as well as central north India. Delhi city, the showcase of India, has been the centre of political activity from time immemorial. The ancient majestic buildings and historic ruins find their modern counterparts in the tall skyscrapers, diplomatic enclaves and well-planned townships of New Delhi. The people here, their lifestyles, traditions and even the climate are a rich and varied mixture of all that is India.
Delhi is a truly cosmopolitan city where one would find people from all parts of India. Delhi is the third largest city in India and now the most preferred city in terms of investments, industrialization, information technology, healthcare, real estate, etc. New Delhi, the national capital of India is famous for its culture, tradition and effervescent history. The culture of New Delhi reflects the rich heritage of the past coupled with the influence of modern lifestyle. The historical and present records about Delhi cover such areas as the city's history, geography, languages spoken, demographics, tourist places and people. Delhi was initially a ruling ground of the Mughal Empire. However, in 1803 AD Delhi became a dominion of the British Kingdom and in 1911 the city was acknowledged as the capital of India.
There are many great and ideal destinations to visit in Delhi and frankly speaking you will not feel the shortage of destinations in Delhi to move on. Right from the affordable accommodation to the high class palaces to live on, you get everything what you think and imagine for luxuries comfort.
Reflecting Mughal history of India, old Delhi is dotted with mosques, forts and monuments whose architecture narrates the story of the bygone Mughal era. New Delhi has some new buildings apart from the great historic ones which include the avant garde corporate houses. Some of the famous attractions of Delhi are the Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, Raj Ghat, Shanti Van, Humayun's Tomb, Purana Quila, India Gate, Qutab Minar, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Jantar Mantar, Jama Masjid, Safardarjung's Tomb and Rajghat. There are many museums in Delhi which house rare collection of antiques. The National Gallery of Modern Art, The Doll Museum and The Rail Transport Museum are a few to name. The city boasts of some beautiful gardens and parks. The Rose Garden, Garden of Five Senses, Deer Park, Nehru Park, Buddha Jayanti Park and the Mahavir Jayanti Park are some of the exquisite parks and gardens in Delhi.
Delhi is indeed a remarkable place to explore with your family and friends. More than just vacations, holidays to Delhi is like watching a movie that throws in a splendid and interesting twist every few minutes compelling the viewer to sit tight and enjoy a story that has never been heard, seen or experienced by them.
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport is connected to all the important cities of the world with almost all the major international airlines operating out of here. Palam Domestic Airport connects Delhi to the major cities in India. The Indian Railway with their modern and organized network connects Delhi to all major and minor destinations in India. The city has three major railway stations at New Delhi, Old New Delhi, and Nizamuddin. Luxury trains like the Palace-on-Wheels, Fairy Queen, and Royal Orient Express can be taken from New Delhi Cantonment railway station. Rajdhani Express trains connect New Delhi from the state capitals. Shatabdi Express trains connect New Delhi to the neighbouring cities.
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