Delhi
is one of the oldest cities in the world, yet it remains eternally young.
The city has always attracted attention of travellers, historians,
plunderers, writers, kings , rich and poor alike. There is definitely
something in the soil and air of Delhi that makes people fall in love with
it. Lush green gardens, imposing monuments, tombs, rich museums, boulevards,
urban centers of learning and entertainment, hot summers, and cold winters!
This is all what defines Delhi and also makes it distinct.
Being the national capital of India, the city of delhi abounds in
employment opportunities as against other cities of India. The city is the
hub of political activity. As one treads through the lanes and paths of
Delhi, one can find the works of men that have shaped the history of Delhi.
The city has many remains of the past in form of wonderful architectures,
though most of them are in ruins but they definitely tell us about the
glorious past. There are masterpieces like Qutub Minar, the Diwan-e-Aam and
the Pearl Mosque which offer great pleasure.
Delhi is a great place to spend your vaction. A famous getway, it abounds
in places that offer immense pleasure and value for money.
What one can see in Delhi
» Red Fort
» Qutub Minar
» Rashtrapati Bawan
» Jama Masjid
» Bahai Temple
» India Gate
What one can do in Delhi
There
are many things in which a person can indulge in Delhi to kick the boredom
like shopping, watching movies, visiting fun parks etc.
Delhi is shoppers paradise. In Delhi, one can get anything one desires;
whether it is ethnic or modern. There are plethora of international shopping
malls but if you are looking for items that are distinctly Indian, then
Chandni Chowk, and Karol Bagh are the principal areas. Here one can find
traditional sarees, bindis, bangles and other items of decoration. Multiple
emporia representing every state of the country are to be seen at the famous
Baba Kharak Singh Marg, near Parliament Street. The Central Cottage Emporium
in Jawahar Bhavan at Janpath is undoubtedly worth a visit for anything
ethnic anc chic Delhi Haat is another place where one can get different
handicrafts from different states of India. The place showcases the art and
craft heritage of India under one roof.
One can also spend few hours watching movies in Cinema Halls. Both English
and Hindi Movies are shown in cinema halls of Delhi. There are multiplexes
also which have added a new dimension to the culture of cinema. Besides
this, one can visit different amusement parks like Appu Ghar, Fun n Food
village, kids wonderland, yamuna waterfront etc.
How To Reach Delhi
There are many ways to approach Delhi. Tourists have the option to land
directly in Delhi by air as there are many flights that fly regularly to and
from Delhi. The city is also connected to various parts of the country
through an excellent rail network. Those who would like to travel by road
can do so as Delhi is connected to other parts of the country through
national highways.
