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Delhi Vacation Tour

Delhi, the heart of India, is the second most widely used entry point in the country, being on the route of most major airlines. It has a good connectivity through rail, air and road to all parts of the country.

Here, one can find the waves of infotainment and as well as entertainment which can be seen in form of Museums, Art galleries, Cultural centres which attracts the finest exhibitions and performances from India and Abroad. Shopping is an another mode of recreation for the mob of Delhi, which encompasses virtually everything that can be bought in the country. Most fascinating of all is the character of Delhi which varies from 13th century mausoleum of the Lodi kings set in sprawling park to ultra modern chrome and glass skyscrapers; and from imperial India's Parliament House and the President's Palace to the never ending bustle of the walled city surrounding Jama Masjid.

Delhi also makes the ideal base for a series of short excursions to neighboring places, all connected by road. If you are planning your vacations…Delhi is an ideal place to visit and widen your knowledge by getting closer to the history of India, getting familiar with the modern trends altogether. Tour to Delhi is a must for every tourist visiting North of India. Here hotels ranges from the deluxe to the more modest, which are affordable by any class of the tourists.


 

Tourist Attractions of Delhi India:

» Red Fort in Delhi - Red Fort or Lal Quila as it is more popularly known is a masterpiece of architecture and has become a synonym of the capital city. Red Fort is one of the most haunting spots for tourists from both India and abroad. This colossal fort on the banks of the river Yamuna, built by Shahjahan as the citadel of the 17th Century Delhi is a significant link between the past and the present, for it is from here that the prime minister of India addresses the people on the Independence Day (August 15th) every year which is the pride to nation!

» Qutub Minar Delhi - Built in 1199 by Qutub-ud-Din Aibak , the first Muslim ruler of Delhi, commenced the construction of the Qutub Minar in A.D. 1193, but could only complete its basement. His successor, Iltutmush, added three more stories, and in 1368, Firoz Shah Tuglak constructed the fifth and the last storey. The development of architectural styles from Aibak to Tuglak are quite evident in the minar. Qutub Minar is still the tallest stone tower as well as one of the finest Islamic structures ever erected in India. Qutub Minar is one of the most visited tourist destination of Delhi.

» India Gate Delhi - The high majestic arch which is 42 meters high was built as a memorial dedicated to Indian Soldiers killed in the World War I. The surrounding area is an ideal place for spending sometime with family and friends with lot of greenery around.

» Lotus Temple in Delhi - Tired of traveling? Come experience the real bliss in the madding crowd, the Lotus Temple, also known as the Bahai Temple is an ideal location to sit and meditate for its soothing settings. It is located in Kalkaji in the south of Delhi India. The most captivating architectural wonder of the 20th century, the Lotus temple is the place which beckons people from all the sects and religions. Shaped like a Lotus in white marble, cement, dolomite and sand, the temple lures every single traveler to Delhi India. Lotus Temple is Visited by thousands everyday, the Lotus Temple is the right place to obtain peace and tranquility.


» Jama Masjid in Delhi - Jama Masjid the largest Mosque in India, which is a holy place for thousands of Muslims who offer their prayers here daily. It was built in 1656, Jama Masjid lies opposite the Red Fort and is surrounded by a large number of shops, which deal in a variety of goods. The great Jama Masjid of Old Delhi is both the largest in India and the final architectural extravagance of Shah Jahan with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees at a time.

» Rajghat
Rajghat a simple open platform inscribed with the Mahatma's last words, 'Hey Ram' (Oh God) is set in a garden with fountains and a variety of exotic trees, which enhances the whole of the ambience. The mortal remains of Mahatma Gandhi were cremated on Rajghat on the west bank of the river Yamuna on the evening of January 31, 1948. One should visit to pay homage to the Father of Nation Mahatma Ghandhi.