10 places you must visit in Delhi

The giant city that contains an overwhelming amount of history, culture, life, food, temples, and everything else that you could possibly imagine, the name ‘Delhi’ is enough to tell anyone that it is a city that has it all. Delhi has something for everyone- from markets to entertainment complexes like Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar, Connaught Place, Hauz Khas, etc. It is the only city in the world to have three UNESCO world heritage monuments that are Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar & the Red Fort. A city that should never be missed out, here are 20 great things to do in India’s capital. 1. Lotus Temple, Okhla East, New Delhi

Lotus temple or Baha’i temple is an architectural masterpiece located near Nehru Place. As the name says, the lotus temple is built in the shape of the lotus flower. The magnificent temple is made up of pure marble. The reason for its lotus shape is ‘Peace’ as the universal symbol to all the religions. In the temple, one must maintain proper silence. One can’t speak anything loud and can’t take photographs. Anyone in the temple can sit for meditating in peace and pray to their respective gods. There are no restrictions to any religions or castes.

2. Hauz Khas, South Delhi Hauz Khas today is a modern village lined with the trendiest eateries and pubs in South Delhi. Nowadays, it has become the most famous hangout place for every youth. People come here for photography, shopping, to spend leisure time and much more. Hauz Khas is a perfect blend of history and modernity. Bollywood actors Ranbir Kapoor and Nargis Fakhri shot the famous drunk scenes for their 2011 film Rockstar at the Hauz Khas fort. One can also visit Deer park and lake within the Hauz Khas complex. 3. Magical Qawwali’s at Nizamuddin Dargah, Old Delhi Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah is the resting place of one of the world’s most famous Sufi saints. Nizamuddin Dargah attracts Sufi devotees from across the world. Every Thursday evening, its courtyard erupts with the soulful tunes of live Qawwalis. You will feel lost in the magic of live Qawwalis that are performed here. The Nizamuddin Dargah has also been featured in some Bollywood blockbusters like Rockstar, Delhi 6 and Bajrangi Bhaijaan. 4. Connaught Place, New Delhi The Connaught Place is the heart of Delhi. The area houses all things cultural, from old cinemas, hotels and toy shops to leading contemporary art galleries. If you are a Hindu devout, then the Hanuman Temple is the perfect place to go here. The temple is considered to be one of the oldest Hindu temples in Delhi. Even if you do not wish to sit or halt at any shop, you can simply walk through this pillared market that is an example of beautiful architecture and planing. You can also go for Raahgiri that is held every Sunday for an unlimited amount of fun and entertainment. You can visit some other attractions near Connaught Place like ‘Agrasen ki baoli’ and ‘Jantar Mantar’.

5. Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi Chandni Chowk is the oldest and most densely populated market of Delhi. The market has been around for more than three centuries and has also been visited by merchants from Turkey and China. It is the perfect place to shop- you can find all your needs here like clothing, jewelry, food, etc. If you are a food lover, then visit the famous ‘Paranthe Wali Gali’ which serves the best and varieties of Paranthas here. Take a break from Shopping malls and showrooms and get going in this old-style market.

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6. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, New Delhi Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is in the heart of Delhi in Connaught Place. Inside the Gurudwara, you can sit and enjoy Sikh performances like dancing and singing. Spend time with your family or friends here for a calm and peace environment. Don’t forget to take the blessings in the form of Langar. Also visit the Art Gallery present in the basement of the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. 7. Delhi Eye, New Delhi Bored of regular rides and adventure? Then head to the India’s highest giant wheel – “Delhi Eye,” the amusement park has given a brand new definition to adventure. Can anything be better than watching the city drive away in a mad rush while you sit next to your loved one? A ride on this wheel will allow you to have the perfect experience on your date. 8. Paragliding in Gurugram, Gurugram

If you want to do Paragliding but don’t want to go outside Delhi then you can go over to ‘Flyboy Aviation’ in Gurugram. Flyboy Aviation is one step ahead of the traditional adventure activities. Here you can delight yourself in other various activities too. All the Adventure junkies can fulfill their dream of fun activities here.

9. Red Fort Red fort, the beautiful monument made up of red sandstone has been included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Every year on Independence Day, the Prime Minister delivers a speech here, addressing a huge crowd assembled in the ground. Once you get inside the gate, you’ll be able to freely walk around and view some of the original structures, halls, and mosques. Periodic light and sound shows are also demonstrated for the visitors. 10. Dilli Haat Dilli Haat provides the experience of a traditional rural ‘Haat’ or village market. Dilli Haat is a handicraft market where vendors sell high-quality Indian crafts at budget prices. A perfect place for shopping, you can find all your needs here like clothing, décor and food. The food stalls serve delicious and different foods from all the various states of India.

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