Rashtrapati Bhawan – Presidential Palace
On the opposite of the Rajpath is residence of the President of India and is one of the famous tourist places in visit in Delhi at night. Not among the typical tourist places in Delhi, access to this grand piece of architecture is restricted. With four floors and 340 rooms in a floor area of 200,000 square feet, it has a huge presidential gardens (Mughal Gardens), large open spaces, residences of bodyguards and staff, stables, other offices and utilities within its perimeter walls. This grand architectural building is the largest residence of any head of state around the world. The architectural design of the building is based on the design of the Edwardian Baroque. The middle dome of the building is the perfect amalgamation of the Indian and the British architectural styles. Just a walk past the monument will give you an idea of how grand the monument is.
Jantar Mantar – World’s Largest Sundial
Constructed in 1724 by Maharaja Jai Singh of Jaipur, Jantar Mantar is an astronomical observatory and one of the fascinating tourist places to visit in Delhi. Fascinating for their ingenuity, the instruments at Jantar Mantar can no longer be used accurately because of the tall buildings around. However, a visit to admire the science of Indian astronomy makes it one of the most visited tourist attractions in Delhi. The principal instruments of the observatory are the Samrat Yantra, Jai Prakash, the Ram Yantra, and the Misra Yantra. There is also a temple of Bhairava, located near the building. It was also built by Maharaja Jai Singh II.
ISKCON Temple – Seek Blessings
ISKCON is a spiritual institution founded by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1966. You can see the beautiful visual presentations of Bhagavad Gita with colorful lights that create a wonderful effect on the huge screen. They also organize beautiful robotics and Mahabharata show during the evenings. There’s a simple Govinda’s restaurant inside the temple premises, where you get veg food.
There are lots of museums inside the temple where you can visit the extraordinary exhibits. Besides, they organize multimedia shows for the visitors. The best time to visit ISKCON Temple is during the festival of ‘Janmashtami’, the birthday of Lord Krishna. It is celebrated with pomp and vigor and it will be a great miss if you don’t visit this festival at this temple.
Bangla Sahib Gurudwara.
One of the peaceful Delhi tourist places, with the gurgling sarovar inside its complex, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib was first built as a small temple by Sikh General, Sardar Bhagel Singh in 1783. The complex also houses a higher secondary school, Baba Baghel Singh Museum, a library, and a hospital.
Raj Ghat
Gandhi Smriti shows you the exact location where Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated. The room is exactly how Gandhiji left it and that’s where he built his abode for 144 days until his time of death. The room where he slept and the prayer ground is open to the public. It also has a display of paintings, sculptures, etc. On the other side of the road is Raj Ghat. Overall, if you want to pay your respects to Gandhiji and the work he did for India, then this is one of the best places to visit in New Delhi.
Agrasen Ki Baoli
Agrasen Ki Baoli, which is also known as Agrasen Ki Baoli is one of the coolest places to visit in Delhi. It became quite popular after Amir Khan’s PK movie and on the other hand, is also infamous for its haunted activities at night. This 60-meter long and 15-meter wide step well in Connaught Place attracts many. You must pay a visit to this place while exploring the lanes of CP.
Crafts Museum
With the theme set up of a traditional village, this vintage museum in Pragati Maidan of Delhi has been preserving and nurturing the traditional crafts of India. An enormous carved temple chariot, a Gujarati haveli are the main highlights. The rear courtyard sells handicrafts made by local artisans. And the breakfast at Cafe Lota is a treat.
National Rail Museum
With an exotic collection of over a hundred exhibits of trains from Indian Railways, National Rail Museum is one of the coolest must visit places in Delhi, especially with your kids. Static and working models, signaling equipment, antique furniture, historical photographs, Prince of Wales’ Saloon, Maharaja of Mysore’s Saloon are the major attractions. A mono toy train is the star attraction among kids.
Shankar’s International Dolls Museum
Shankar’s International Dolls Museum in New Delhi is a wonderful place to visit on your trip to Delhi. The doll museum was envisaged by the popular cartoonist, K Shankar Pillai. The museum has exclusive costume dolls collected from USA, UK, Australia, New Zealand and from Asian countries. The number of dolls have increased from 3000 dolls to 6500 dolls collected from over 85 countries.
Chandni Chowk
The main street of Old Delhi, Chandni Chowk is the heart of Delhi. Chaotically competing for space, its narrow lanes are filled with shops to buy inexpensive stuff. Also, Street food just doesn’t get better than Chandni Chowk.
Select Citywalk
A premier shopping mall located in the Saket District Centre, Select Citywalk is a 1,300,000 square feet retail development is spread over 6 acres. It includes a multiplex, serviced apartments, offices, 180 odd retail outlets and a food court along with an open plaza. It is one of the finest and classiest places to visit in Delhi and a heaven for shopping enthusiasts.
The Educational National Gallery Of Modern Art
This is one of the major and largest National galleries of modern art. You can visit more than 14000 works of renowned artists, whether national or international. If you are an art connoisseur, you will love to spend your day at this museum.
Qutub Minar
Standing at 73 metres high, the Qutub Minar is the highest tower in India, located at the famous Qutub in Delhi. The tower was built using a combination of Irani and Afghani architectural styles.
Along the sides of the tower, you can see inscriptions of scripture text and a few carvings. Just next to the Qutub Minar is the Quwwat-us-Islam Mosque – the first ever mosque built in India.
Safdarjung’s Tomb
Safdarjung’s Tomb is situated inside the Lodhi Estate. The tomb was built in 1754 by Safdarjung’s son, Shuja-ud-Daula, as a mausoleum for his late father.
Highlights of the Safdarjung’s Tomb are the Moti Mahal, Badshah Pasand and Jangli Mahal, which are small canopies, and the gorgeous white marble dome that sits on top of the mausoleum. There is a lovely garden that borders the tomb and a few pathways where one can enjoy walks.
India Gate
Located in the heart of the city, the India Gate monument was built by Edward Lutyens in honour of all the Indian and British soldiers who died during World War I.
Just next to the India Gate, there is another memorial called the Amar Jawan Jyoti that was built to honour Indian soldiers of the 1971 Indo-Pak war.
Red Fort (Lal Qila)
The Red Fort or Lal Qila is synonymous with the Mughal Empire in Delhi. Made entirely of red sandstone, this fort was designed using floral motifs and calligraphy on the walls.
Shaped like an octagon, the fort was commissioned by Shah Jahan in 1638. The site has been granted a UNESCO world heritage site status and it is the venue for the Indian Prime Minister’s Independence speech.
Purana Qila
The Purana Qila is an old fort that was constructed by Sher Shah Suri, a former Afghan king. The fort is famous for having symmetric, double-storied doors, made entirely of red sandstone.
Another noteworthy sight at Purana Qila is the colourful marble and beautiful stones that adorn the main gate of the fort. There are the many pavilions and gorgeous balconies that add to the grandeur of the fort.
Humayun’s Tomb
Built nine years after his death, the tomb of Humayun is a magnificent monument that stands in Delhi. A true example of exquisite design, Humayun’s Tomb is worth visiting for its fine Mughal architecture.
The best time to visit Humayun’s tomb is during the afternoon, that’s when you can click fantastic pictures of the place.
Isa Khan’s Tomb
Located close to Humayun’s Tomb, Isa Khan’s Tomb was constructed during the reign of the Sufi Dynasty.
The tomb is adorned with polished marble and ornate door coverings. The best things to see at Isa Khan’s Tomb are the gorgeous big verandahs and the gorgeous lattice windows.
Jama Masjid
The Jama Masjid has the distinction of being the largest mosque in India. The mosque took six years to complete and was also the last magnificent monument to be built by Shah Jahan.
The eye-catching red and white minarets, the large dome, and high rise arches near the entrance of the prayer hall of the Jama Masjid are very typical of Mughal architecture.
Tughlaqabad Fort
The Tughlaqabad Fort has an interesting history to it. It is believed that a labourer wasn’t too happy with the king’s diktat and he cursed that the fort always remains abandoned. Legend has it that the curse came true and post 1937 the remains deserted.
The fort is made entirely of stone and its walls go up about 10 to 15 metres. Today, most of the gates of the fort are in ruins and only about thirteen remain intact.
Shantivan
The Shantivan or Peace Park is an open park in Delhi. This park is famous because it is here that Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister was cremated.
During the birthday and death anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru, many cultural activities take place at the park.
Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum
The premise of the Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum was formerly the residence of Indira Gandhi. Now turned into a museum, the place houses a great collection of memorabilia such as photographs and news clippings related to Indira Gandhi. The saree Mrs Gandhi wore at the time of her assassination is also stored inside the museum.
National Gandhi Museum
The National Gandhi Museum was inaugurated in 1961 and it stands near Rajghat, the burial place of M K Gandhi.
The museum is noted for housing artefacts and a few paintings of Gandhiji. A woodcut sculpture of the Satyagraha by Willemia Muller Ogterop is amongst the most famous artefacts found at the museum. Inside the National Gandhi Museum, you’ll also find a library that houses book and periodicals on the life of Gandhiji.
Tibet House Museum
The Tibet House Museum in Delhi is the place to be to learn about Tibetan history and culture. In this small museum, you’ll find coins, currency notes, and a few Buddhist paintings called thangkas. There’s also a small section that has on display clothing and prayer ornaments of Tibetan monks.
Baha’i House of Worship (Lotus Temple)
The imposing Baha’i House of Worship stands tall in the Bahapur area of Delhi and is constructed entirely out of white marble. It is famous across India because of its unique and modern shape. Designed to look like a lotus, the temple doesn’t house any idol. This is because the Baha’i do not believe in idol worship.
Sacred Heart Cathedral
The Sacred Heart Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Delhi. It was built using Italian architectural style with circular turrets rising from the roof of the cathedral and white pillars that support a canopy.
Inside the cathedral, one can find a large dome, a large fresco of the Last Supper, and a beautiful altar. Go here to spend a few peaceful moments.
Khairul Manzil Masjid
Located near the Delhi Zoo, the Khairul Manzil Masjid was constructed under the watch of Maham Anga who was Akbar’s nurse. The mosque was constructed using rubble and white plaster.
The standout feature of the mosque is its monolithic gateway made entirely of red sandstone. The Khairul Manzil Masjid is also famous for its high arches and stunning prayer hall that was built in true Islamic architectural style.
Chhatarpur Temple
Constructed by Baba Sant Nagpal Ji in 1974, the Chhatarpur Temple is the second largest temple in India. The temple was built using marble and its design follows an architectural style that was typical of the Chola Empire.
The best time to visit the temple is during the festivals of Navratri and Durga Puja, when thousands of devotees come to worship Goddess Durga.
Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple
The Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple is a true testament to Hindu architecture. The temple was made without steel and it has 234 beautifully-carved columns, 9 gorgeous domes, 20 towering citadels. At the temple, one can also see statues of famous Indian saints and a plinth of elephants called the Gajendra Peeth.
In the temple complex,x there is the Hall of Values, a boating ride facility and a small theatre. Entry to all of these are charged, entry to the temple is free.
Coronation Durbar Park
The Coronation Durbar Park is well known as the place where the Delhi Durbar in 1877 was held to commemorate the day Queen Victoria was declared the Empress of India.
Today at the park one can see a tall statue of King George V and a few colonial statues around. A historic park, go here to exercise, for an early morning walk or just spend some quiet time in the outdoors.
Lodi Gardens
This park is well-known because it houses some iconic tombs and monuments from the Lodi era. The Lodi Gardens are also frequently used by locals as a place for early morning exercise. Those interested in nature can visit the National Bonsai Park that is home to some exotic trees. Go here in the evenings to see the many tombs lit up.
Nehru Park
The Nehru Park is one of the most famous parks in Delhi. The park is not only a great place for relaxing and exercising outdoors, it’s also been a popular concert venue. Some iconic shows such as the Bhakti Music Festival and The Nehru Park Jazz Festival have been held here.
Garden of Five Senses
More than just a park, the Garden of Five Senses is a massive open space full of greenery that is situated in the heart of Delhi. The stand out feature of the park is the lovely nature walkway that is surrounded by plants. The park also houses a number of festivals and events each year. There is a plant festival that attracts many visitors held at this park.
Kingdom of Dreams
The Kingdom of Dreams is popular because it is the first live entertainment park and leisure spot in Delhi. The best place to visit at the Kingdom of Dreams is the post-Nautanki Mahal that’s designed to look like a palace, another noteworthy site here are the Culture Gully that is a food and cultural centre.
Dilli Haat
Somewhat of a flea market, Dilli Haat is open all through the year. Go here to buy and have a look at locally made traditional artefacts, handicrafts, woven bags, gorgeous fabrics, traditional Indian furniture, and more. There’s also food stores here that serve amazing and delicious locally made delicacies.
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