Delhi Travel Info
Monuments
India
Gate : The most recognisable monument of New Delhi, this 42m high, free
standing arch was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and built in 1931. an eternal
flame is lit here to honour the immortal soldiers, the Amar Jawans.
Old Fort : This was the citadel of Humayun, the second Mughal Emperor.
This is the venue for a spectacular sound and light show that traces the history
of Delhi.
Jantar Mantar : The Maharaja of Jaipur built this in 1724 as an astronomic
observatory. He constructed the giant replicas of existing instruments.
Qutab Minar : At a height of 72.5 m, with 379 steps, this tower was
built to celebrate the victory of Mohammed Ghori over the Rajputs in 1192.
It is known as might of Islam. Also of interest is 7.2m tall Iron pillar
in the courtyard of this mosque. It bears a Sanskrit Inscription saying
that it was the flagpole
of
a Vishnu Temple in the 4th or 5th century.
Lotus Temple : The Bahai's House of worship is built in the shape of
the lotus blossom. The petals are of concrete covered with white marble, making
it look fresh and cool especially on a hot summer day.
Red Fort : Since the revolt of 1857, the Indian Army occupies more than
the half of what used to be a mini city within the walls of the Lal Quila. The
prime minister of India addresses the nation from here every Independence Day
, 15th August.
Rashtrapati Bhawan : The official residence of the President of India,
This heritage building was also designed by Lutyens. Its original copper dome
was painted black during the war years as it made too easy a target for enemy
fire.
Jama
Masjid : It is the grandest example of a three domed Mughal mosque.
A flawless piece of architecture, it is now surrounded by crowed bazaars
on all sides.
Rajghat : It is the memorial to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi.
He was cremated here on the banks, or ghat, of the Yamuna. Rajghat is ideal
for quiet contempolation.
