7 Must-See Places in New Delhi – the Capital of India

The history of Delhi is said to begin with the great Mahabharata war, in which Pandavas defeated their brothers Kauravas to gain the control of Indraprastha – the name by which the city was known in that era. Though you do not find much evidence to these details now, there are relics and landmarks that support the city having been ruled in turn by the Mauryas, Tomars, Chauhans, Rajputs, Lodhis, Khiljis, Tughlaqs, Marathas, Mughals, and finally the British.

Along with its fascinating history, Delhi attracts visitors for its modern amenities also. Tourists on Delhi holidays will never get disappointed for a great experience of shopping, dining, clubbing, entertainment and nightlife. People from different parts of India can be seen in Delhi and so their traditional beliefs, cultural practices and colorful customs. Moreover, the travelers taking cheap flights to New Delhi will also get an opportunity to taste cuisines from different states of India.

Talking about cheap flights, you might be wondering where to seek advice from or where to get your tickets booked. Well, you have two options. The first option is to go online and visit different travel websites and airline portals, compare their airfares, keep a list of all what you see and observe, analyze everything what you have obtained, and choose the one that best meets your need and budget. The other option is straight forward. Dial the number of Hoodaki and talk to one of its experienced agents. You will immediately have access to a range of affordable flight solutions from across the airlines.

Here are 7 must-see places to visit in Delhi.

·         Qutub Minar: The fluted red sandstone tower that tapers to a height of 72.5 meters will obviously be a must-see landmark. Moreover, it is also a historical landmark, a World Heritage Site, and the one that surprises visitors with intricate carvings and verses.

·   India Gate: This is a war memorial built by the British to honor Indian soldiers who lost their lives during World War I. It will be a treat for the travelers taking cheap flights from London to Delhi.

·   The Lotus Temple: Also known as Bahai House of Worship, this temple surprises visitors with its stunning shape that resembles a lotus flower. It is situated in South Delhi.

·   Rashtrapati Bhawan: The residence of the British Governor General of India was transformed into the present Presidential Palace upon the independence of India in 1947. It stands on Raisina Hills facing Rajpath.

 

·   Akshardham Temple: Generally considered as the largest Hindu temple in the world, Akshardham Temple is a recent construction that is spread across an area of 100-acre. The intricately carved temple is known for high-technology exhibitions, an IMAX theatre, a musical fountain, a food court and spectacular gardens.

·   Raj Ghat: This is the place where Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation, was buried. Besides the beautiful gardens, you can also check out the two museums dedicated to the life of Gandhi at Raj Ghat.

·   Shanti Vana: Located near Raj Ghat is Shanti Vana, which is where India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was cremated. Book New Delhi flights from Hoodaki to visit Shanti Vana, which is now a beautiful park decorated with trees planted by visiting dignitaries and heads of state.

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