Delhi, the capital of India, has a rich history. The city is dotted with spellbinding mosques, forts, and historical monuments left over from the Mughal rulers that once occupied the city. The contrast between rambling Old Delhi and well planned New Delhi is immense, and it's interesting to spend time exploring both. If you feel in need of some relaxation, just head to one of Delhi's flourishing landscaped gardens.
The list and stories of famous historical monuments in Delhi also includes the era before British rule. A number of famous monuments in Delhi are the structural testaments to the reign of the Mughals. The remains of the Qutub complex, comprising the famous Qutub Minar and Iron Pillar also lists as a member of the famous historical monuments at Delhi.
Red Fort
Delhi's most famous monument, the Red Fort, stands as a powerful reminder of the Mughal emperors who ruled India. Its walls, which stretch for over two kilometers (1.2 miles), were built in 1638 to keep out invaders. However, they failed to stop the fort being captured by the Sikhs and the British. To take your imagination back to the ancient era, a one hour sound and light show of the fort's history is held each evening.
Qutab Minar
Qutub Minar is the tallest (73 m-high) brick minaret (Minar) in India, and the oldest historical monument in Delhi. Sometimes I think, this is the most visited tourist place in India if I believe on this report (see report). It is the top visited tourist place in Delhi whenever you come to India for tourism. Generally, it opens all day.
India Gate
A prominent monumental structure of Delhi, the baronial India Gate, built to commemorate the 90,000 Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the First World War was originally known as the all india war memorial. Constructed in 1931, the monument has fantastic inscriptions on its walls containing the names of those soldiers who lost their lives.
Lotus Temple
Lotus Temple is one of the remarkable architectures of Bahai faith. It is located at Kalkaji in New Delhi. The temple looks like a lotus flower and is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand. The temple has no restrictions for visitors and is open to people from all religions. The design looks like a half opened Lotus flower with 27 freestanding “petals” made of marble. The architect, while designing the temple took into account the eternal beauty of Lotus flower.
Lodi Gardens
Lodi Gardens provides a serene retreat from city life, and is the place to come if you're feeling tired and worn out. The vast Gardens were built by the British in 1936 around the tombs of 15th and 16th century rulers. Joggers, yoga practitioners, and young couples all enjoy this park.
The list and stories of famous historical monuments in Delhi also includes the era before British rule. A number of famous monuments in Delhi are the structural testaments to the reign of the Mughals. The remains of the Qutub complex, comprising the famous Qutub Minar and Iron Pillar also lists as a member of the famous historical monuments at Delhi.
Red Fort
Delhi's most famous monument, the Red Fort, stands as a powerful reminder of the Mughal emperors who ruled India. Its walls, which stretch for over two kilometers (1.2 miles), were built in 1638 to keep out invaders. However, they failed to stop the fort being captured by the Sikhs and the British. To take your imagination back to the ancient era, a one hour sound and light show of the fort's history is held each evening.
Qutab Minar
Qutub Minar is the tallest (73 m-high) brick minaret (Minar) in India, and the oldest historical monument in Delhi. Sometimes I think, this is the most visited tourist place in India if I believe on this report (see report). It is the top visited tourist place in Delhi whenever you come to India for tourism. Generally, it opens all day.
India Gate
A prominent monumental structure of Delhi, the baronial India Gate, built to commemorate the 90,000 Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the First World War was originally known as the all india war memorial. Constructed in 1931, the monument has fantastic inscriptions on its walls containing the names of those soldiers who lost their lives.
Lotus Temple
Lotus Temple is one of the remarkable architectures of Bahai faith. It is located at Kalkaji in New Delhi. The temple looks like a lotus flower and is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand. The temple has no restrictions for visitors and is open to people from all religions. The design looks like a half opened Lotus flower with 27 freestanding “petals” made of marble. The architect, while designing the temple took into account the eternal beauty of Lotus flower.
Lodi Gardens
Lodi Gardens provides a serene retreat from city life, and is the place to come if you're feeling tired and worn out. The vast Gardens were built by the British in 1936 around the tombs of 15th and 16th century rulers. Joggers, yoga practitioners, and young couples all enjoy this park.
Nice blog with great Information about famous Monuments in Delhi. But you forgot to mention the Humayun's Tomb and Jantar Mantar its also the one of the great monuments to visit in Delhi.
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