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Nuova DelhiThe seven times destroyed capitalcity, Delhi speaks through itsdiverse ethnicity, culture andtradition, food and language. Thepolitical and business center of thecountry, Delhi boasts of being theperfect blend of history andmodernity. From temples tonightclubs, there is something foreveryone which makes it an idealdestination. Top places to visit inDelhi includes: The Red Fort, QutubMinar, India Gate, Jama Masjid,Humayun's Tomb, Chandni Chowkand Lotus Temple.

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Delhi is undoubtedly the most multi-ethniccity in the country that has preserved itshistory but has not forgotten to develop inits due course to become one of the mostmodern and tolerant cities in the country.Laden with few of the best universities inthe world, Delhi also boasts of the bestresearch centers, theaters, performing artcenters and museums. The city featuresarchitectural brilliance of the British andMughal buildings such as the RashtrapatiBhawan and Red Fort to the contemporarybrilliance of several amusement parks,shopping malls, and party hubs. Not only isthe city popular for its culture andcelebrations, it is also known for its diverselydelicious food from all the regions of thecountry. From multi-cuisine buffets to streetfood - you will find it all here to satisfy thefoodie in you. The city has been an imperialcapital for the most part of the lastthousand years, was the British colonialcapital, is the capital of the Indian Republic,and has, for all these centuries, attractedmigrants from vastly different geographiesand cultures in search of a living, money,fame or patronage.

Delhi is now a metropolis of more than 16million people. It’s a business, finance and

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higher education hub, sees more than 2.5lakh migrants coming in every year andwelcomes an average of 15 million touristseach year. It is home to the IndianParliament, the Supreme Court, and tohomes and offices of Central ministers andthe bureaucratic elite. It hosts three WorldHeritage Sites (Qutub Minar, Humayun’sTomb and Red Fort), many posh colonies aswell as slum areas. It has grown to a totalarea of about 1,483 sq km. For its role asCommonwealth Games host for 2010, Delhihas seen modernisation-on-steroids. But theswanky redesigned airport, new Metro linesor speedy flyovers still lead you to placeswhere emperors sighed, poets dreamed andwarriors coveted.

Delhi, being a melting pot of diverseethnicities and cultures, makes for a richcultural kaleidoscope. It is but natural thatthe city often bursts into a frenzy ofcolourful events and festivals celebrated byits denizens. Some of the festivals andevents celebrated here includeIndependence Day, Republic Day,International Trade Fair, Book Fair and AutoExpo.

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1 India Gate

Near Rajpath, Pragati Maidan, NewDelhi, Delhi 110001, India

If you’re flying to Delhi, you can probablyspot this architectural beauty,India Gate, through your flight’s window ona clear day, or when it is beautifully lit upduring evenings. The monumentcommemorates the 90,000 soldiers ofthe British Indian Army wholost their lives in World WarI and the Third Anglo-AfghanWar. Originally called All India WarMemorial, this is undoubtedly one of themost prominent landmarks in thecapital city. The structure is made of red andslightly pale sandstone and granite adding alevel of magnificence to the structure.

Originally as a part of the structure, astatue of George V, the then Emperor ofIndia stood under the now vacant canopy inthe front side of the monument, but it waslater moved to CoronationPark along with a number ofother British Raj era statues. AfterIndia's independence, India Gate became the site ofthe Indian Army's Tomb of theUnknown Soldier, known as AmarJawan Jyoti ("the flame of theimmortal soldier").

The area has a water-stream, an erstwhileboating spot, and sprawling green lawns,ideal for a stroll in the morning or evening. Itis also dotted abundantly with ice-creamvendors, hawkers and people who organisecamel and elephant rides, making it afavourite spot for Delhiites to go for picnics. India Gate is also renowned for the grandIndian Republic Day Parade, hosted hereevery year on 26 January. So, if you areplanning a trip to Delhi during that time,don't miss visiting this place.

2 Swaminarayan AkshardhamTemple

N.H.24, Noida More, New Delhi110092, India

Dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan, the Akshardham Temple in Delhi has been built following the

Vastu Sashtra and Pancharata Sashtra. The temple is symbolicof the Indian culture, architecture andspirituality. This is a pretty huge complexand will take up most of the day if you planto see it all. Below are the highlights of thetemple.

The Monument

The unique feature in the architectural planis the complete absence of steel. The templecontains 234 ornate pillars, 9 domesand 20,000 statues and sculptures.The walls of the main monument arecovered top to bottom with carvings ofdancers, deities, flora and fauna. One cansee a blend of various architectural stylesused across India

The Central Dome

A huge statue of Swaminarayan standsunder the central dome. The statue issurrounded by several other spiritual gurusof the sect as well as prominent Indiandeities. Each statue is made of anamalgamation of 5 elements ( Pancha dhatu).

Hall of Values (Shahajanand Pradarshan)



This hall features a diorama portraying thelife events of Swaminarayan and hismessage about the importance of humility,kindness, devotion to God and servingothers.

The Theatre (Nilkanth Kalyan Yatra)

Here you can see a movie made of thepilgrimage of Nilkanth Varni, and 18thcentury child-yogi. This film was shot in 108Indian locations - from the icy peaks of theHimalayas to the jungles and shores ofSouth India.

The Boat RideA 12-minute boat ride takesyou on a spectacular journey of 10,000 yearsof the Indian heritage. From ancient Vedicvillages and bazaars to famous discoveriesand inventions by Indian sages andscientists, the entire boat ride is a beautifulexperience in its own. Musical Fountain(Yagnapurush Kund)A fascinating blend ofVedic Yagna Kund and a musical fountain,this stepwell features 108 miniature shrinesand 2,870 steps. The design in

the Akshardham Temple is in accordancewith the geometric calculations of theJayaakhya Samhita that is a testimony of theadvanced mathematical prowess of theVedic scholars, In the centre lies a lotusshaped kund (pond) which becomes the siteof the musical fountain show in theevenings. The show portrays the concept of'Circle of Life' Garden of India (BharatUpvan) The grounds surrounding the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple is verywell laid with manicured lawns, trees andflowers interspersed with sculptures andbronze statues of freedom fighters, scholarsand eminent Indian personalities.

Food Court (Premvati Ahargriha) This is a vegetarian food court which ismodelled after the famous Ajanta and ElloraCaves. 'Ayurvedic Bazaars' also forms part ofthe theme. A number of traditional Indiancuisines are available here.

To sum it up, the temple will take you into adifferent world altogether, with its intriguinghistorical paraphernalia, beauty andsimplicity.

3 Dilli Haat

Sri Aurobindo Marg, Laxmi BaiNagar, New Delhi 110023, India

Dilli Haat is a must visit place if you are on avacation in the capital. Under the open sky,numerous little kiosks sell jewellery,paintings, fabrics, saris, pottery, furniture,and of course, food from across the country.Only those craftsmen who are registeredwith D.C.Handicrafts are eligible to put uptheir stall. Some shops are permanent,however, some handicraft sellers areallotted stalls on a rotational basis atnominal payment for a period of 15Days.One sees a synthesis of crafts, cuisineand cultural activity here. You could get analtogether delightful experience buyinginimitable ethnic wares, savouring thedelicacies of different states which could bemomos from Sikkim, Bamboos hot chickenfrom Nagaland, Kahwa & Kebabs fromJammu, Pooranpoli from Maharastra or theGujrati Dhokla or by simply relaxing in theevening with the entire family.It is a popularattraction and shopping hub of the city. Thiscolourful urban haat-style market is a greatplace to pick up interesting baubles andsouvenirs and try out local delicacies fromdifferent parts of India.

4 Qutub Minar

Aurobindo Marg, Mehrauli, NewDelhi, Delhi 110030, India

Think Delhi and you're probably thinkingabout Mughal emperors. However, the pre-Mughal dynasties also left a mark on thescene of architecture and the Qutub Minarcomplex stands tall as an evidence of this. Itwas built by Qutub-ud-din Aibak andIltutmish. The most outstandingstructure here is a huge brick minaret, thetallest of its kind in the world. The visitorsare not allowed to climb the stairs inside theminaret, which lead right to the top of thestructure to a height of 73 m. At the base ofthe minar is the Quwwat-ul-Islam Masjid.Another curiosity-inducing piece ofarchitecture here is the Iron Pillar. This 7mhigh pillar has withstood elements of natureover centuries and has an interesting legendbehind it.

Qutub Minar, made of red and buffsandstone was once the highest tower inIndia. The minaret was constructed with itsfirst storey initially built for the purpose ofgiving calls for prayer (azaan) by Qutub-ud-din Aibak. Thereafter, subsequent storeyswere added to the structure by hissuccessor and son-in-law, Iltutmish. All thestoreys are encircled by a balcony that issupported by stone brackets which aredecorated with a honeycomb design.



The entire monument contains numerousinscriptions in Arabic and Nagari. Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, which is the earliestmosque built by the Delhi Sultans, lies in thesame premises. The premises also contain other buildings--Ala'i-Darwaza, Ala'i Minar and the tomb ofIltutmish--all of which are made of redsandstone and have numerous engravingson their walls.

5 Red Fort

Netaji Subhash Marg, ChandniChowk, New Delhi, Delhi 110006,India

Built in the 16th century by the Mughalemperor Shah Jahan, theRed Fort in Delhi is one of the best places tovisit.The walls of the fort alone are about 2 kmlong, and surrounded by a deep forbiddingmoat, which in earlier times could only becrossed by a wooden draw-bridge.The Red Fort was built when Shah Jahantransferred his capital from Agra to Delhi.This grand structure in red stone is aUNESCO World Heritage Site in Delhi, fromwhere the prime minister addresses thenation every year on Independence Day (15August).

The fort is better planned than the AgraFort. The entire monument is enclosed by arubble stone wall. It has 14 gates in all, outof which the most important ones are-- Lahori, Mori, Ajmeri, Turkman, Delhiand Kashmir gates. Thestructure is in the form of an octagonwith long extended walls onthe east and west. There are two main gateson the west and south. The Red Fort isconstructed out of red sandstone along withmarble that has been extensively used inthe construction of the palaces within thefort.

As one enters the monument from thewestern gateway, one can locate the NaqqarKhana. This is a small area whereceremonial music was played before theroyalty entered the Diwan-i- Am. The Diwan-i-Am used to be the Hall of Public Audience,were state administrative affairs werediscussed and concerns shared by thegeneral public with the king. Further aheadof the Diwan-i-Am, lies the Diwan-i-Khass,which is also known as the Hall of PrivateAudience. This is where the king had hisprivate soirées. These two important hallsare flanked by the Tasbih-Khana and theHammam on their sides. Visit this fort andget an insight into the historical heritage ofIndia.

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1 Bukhara

Hotel ITC Maurya, Sardar Patel Marg,Akhaura Block, Diplomatic Enclave,Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi110021, India

+91-11-26112233|+91-11-46215124|+91-98718-33660

Winner of innumerable food awards, highon every food critic's list and a regular onfood journals and discussions, Bukhara hascertainly earned its grand status. A rustic,urban setting welcomes you to one of thebest Indian restaurants in the world.Bukhara’s colonial charm will astound andsurprise you. Part of every foodie’s dream,the food at Bukhara is a blast of authenticflavours and spices. It’s not just Bill Clintonwho drools over their simple, excellentmenu. The star is the tender Sikandari raan,marinated overnight.Dal Bukhara, famousworldwide for its absolutely divine taste,works wonders in leaving you speechless.Watch your meal being prepared at thelively open kitchen complete with a grill andopen stove, or settle in to pleasantconversations and soothing music. All in all,Bukhara is an enticing ride of mind blowingfood. So, gear up to be part of a splendidculinary experience.

2 Indian Accent



At The Manor Hotel, 77, GroundFloor, Near Khaitan House FriendsColony, New Delhi, Delhi 110065,India

+91-11-43235151|+91-11-43235100|+91-9871117968

A restaurant that the New York timesdeclares should be on your list of places tovisit this year, Indian Accent is one of thebest fine-dining restaurants inthe capital. The path-breaking eclectic menucontaining dishes like Achaari New ZealandLamb Shank and Spicy Wild Mushrooms,appealing to both your adventurous andtraditional sides. The pièce derésistance of Indian accent is a tasting menucomprising of 11 exclusive dishes created bychef Manish, thatare totally worth their cost.Each dish is heavenly with exquisitepresentation and brought to the table by thechef himself. A part of a boutique hotel, therestaurant has a very cosy, elegant décorwith a helpful and well-informed staff. Thereis a bar and a private dining room availablefor the guests as well.

3 Hauz Khas Social

12, Hauz Khas Village, Next to DelhiArt Gallery, Hauz Khas

+91-11-26566971|+91-11-26566972|+91-7838652814|+91-7838652814

An uber chic chain of restaurants, SocialOffline landed on the country's gastronomicscene with a bang.Hauz Khas Social is one of their outlets inDelhi which became an instant hit with thelocals as well as the expat community.Founded with the concept of reinventingsocialising, the restaurant seamlessly blendsa cafe culture with a workspace. This urbanhangout lets you network even when the netis not working! The menu is innovative, thedecor quirky and service efficient. It isadvised to make reservations in advance asthe place is almost always full.

4 Varq

The Taj Mahal, Lower Lobby Level, 1,Mansingh Road, New Delhi 110001,India

+91-11-23026162

Varq- the silver lining is an Indian cuisinefine dining restaurant in The Taj Mahallobby. The restaurant is run by eminent chefHemant Oberoi. His culinary skills arenoteworthy and are reflected in thepreparation and presentation of the food.Everything from entrées to desserts isamazingly prepared and absolutely fingerlicking.

5 Wasabi By Morimoto

1, Lower Lobby Level, NearKapurthala House, Taj MansinghHotel Road, South Block, New Delhi,Delhi 110001, India

+91-11-66513585|+91-11-66513584|+91-11-23026162

Masaharu Morimoto - Celebrity chef who isalso known as the Iron Chef, and Taj grouphave collaborated to set up this contemporary Japanese restaurant.As much a modern Japanese restaurant as ashowcase for Morimoto's own brand offlamboyant Japanese cuisine, it has someoutstanding dishes on the menu. So, while

the entire vegetarian menu has been doneby the Taj, most of the menu consists offlourishes by Morimoto himself. Therestaurant offers a private dining roomfeaturing lovely pink onyx walls, which are litfrom behind and can seat up to 8 people.Oyster Foie Gras is one of the signaturesand a must-try. The oysters are lightlysteamed and set with a piece of Foie Gras -brilliant and innovative. Warm Carpaccio ofWhite Fish is another treat, as is the GrilledWagyu with three sauces. Those whosepalate veers towards the tried and testedcan order from the Teppanyaki menu.It isdeservedly popular. At Wasabi, even theflowers that are on the plate as decorationare not only edible but also delicious. Thedesserts in the form of Green Tea IceCream, Tofu Cheesecake and Chocolate Tartare innovative. Certainly a must-visit!



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SeeA: India GateB: Swaminarayan Akshardham TempleC: Dilli HaatD: Qutub MinarE: Red Fort

AccommodationF: Meditation PalaceG: We At Home Bed & BreakfastH: Independent Ground Floor Apt-3 Br &Family LoungeI: Meditation PalaceJ: We At Home Bed & BreakfastK: Independent Ground Floor Apt-3 Br &Family LoungeL: Meditation PalaceM: We At Home Bed & BreakfastN: Independent Ground Floor Apt-3 Br &Family Lounge

FoodO: BukharaP: Indian AccentQ: Hauz Khas SocialR: VarqS: Wasabi By Morimoto


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