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The Beautiful Indian City Of Delhi ( Page 47 )
By Srimal Fernando - Tropics Asia Life Style Editor
Delhi or Dilli pronounced in Hindustani is an ideal destination to visit in India and to discover the imprint of the past. Today, Delhi the capital city of India is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the country . The multi-ethnic National Capital city has emerged as a financial center andstands as the political, cultural and economic center of the country. The city is also modern in every sense of the word with modern shopping centers with the largest retail shopping malls and different shops. The convenient Delhi Metro is a modern public transportation system network consisting of number of lines provides various fast links between the city zones and suburbs. The capital city is divided into Old and New city. The imperial city of New Delhi was created by British Raj and composed of specious tree lined avenues colonial architecture, luxurious hotels and world heritage sites side by side. Connaught place in the middle of the city has radial of roads spreading out in all directions. Delhi has many places of interest. Some of the prominent landmarks in this city are the 42-metre tall hexagonal complex India Gate which is the national monument of India, situated in the heart of New Delhi. In close proximity to India Gate is the Rashtrapati Bhawan the official residence of the President of India and the Rajya Sabha with its specious gardens are perfect choice for tourists to observe the spell- binding scenic views of the city.
Although Mughal Empire has long since vanished its influence continues to be present in every part of Delhi and in Agra . Among them the famous 238 feet Qutub Minar built according to Indo –Islamic architecture, Jama Masjid that can house 20,000 people is the largest and most splendid mosque in India built in 1656 by Emperor Shah Jahan and the Humayun's Tomb, the mausoleum of Mughal Emperor Humayun built according to Mughal architecture in 1565 where 160 members of the Royal family are buried are the other interesting places to visit in this vibrant city. Other than the Humyan tomb the most exotic popular places-of-interest in Delhi are the Purana Qila or Old Fort standing stoically amidst wild greenery near Mathura Road, Safdarjung's Tomb set in a beautiful garden built in 1754 and the 17th century Red Fort complex also know as Lal Qila made of red sand stones.
Delhi positioned in a triangle formed by river Yamuna in the east and spurs from Aravali range on the Northern Indian map, provides the setting for her history that offers the visitors an exhausting list of attractions and unmatched experience. Akshardham, a Hindu temple complex ,the Lotus Temple the Bahá'í House of worship and Gurdwara Bangla Sahib adds up to the contrasts of the city. Gurdwara Bangla Sahib with a pool inside its complex, is the most prominent Sikh gurdwara in Delhi, known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan .
Although it is a 210 kilometers drive away from Delhi on the Noida , Greater Noida and Yamuna Expressway one can reach the World famous Taj Mahal Palace the mirror image of India located in Agra. The eye catching marble palace complex gives a perfect place for tourists to observe the spellbinding scenic views of Mughal architecture . The City of Victory or Faithra pur Sikri built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar was the capital of the Mughal Empire. It is a place where visitors could pass through several stages during history . Delhi has been vigorous tourism center for centuries and a traveler to this amazing city will find that things that can see and do are limitless.
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The Beautiful Indian City Of Delhi ( Page 47 )
By Srimal Fernando - Tropics Asia Life Style Editor
Delhi or Dilli pronounced in Hindustani is an ideal destination to visit in India and to discover the imprint of the past. Today, Delhi the capital city of India is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the country . The multi-ethnic National Capital city has emerged as a financial center andstands as the political, cultural and economic center of the country. The city is also modern in every sense of the word with modern shopping centers with the largest retail shopping malls and different shops. The convenient Delhi Metro is a modern public transportation system network consisting of number of lines provides various fast links between the city zones and suburbs. The capital city is divided into Old and New city. The imperial city of New Delhi was created by British Raj and composed of specious tree lined avenues colonial architecture, luxurious hotels and world heritage sites side by side. Connaught place in the middle of the city has radial of roads spreading out in all directions. Delhi has many places of interest. Some of the prominent landmarks in this city are the 42-metre tall hexagonal complex India Gate which is the national monument of India, situated in the heart of New Delhi. In close proximity to India Gate is the Rashtrapati Bhawan the official residence of the President of India and the Rajya Sabha with its specious gardens are perfect choice for tourists to observe the spell- binding scenic views of the city.
Although Mughal Empire has long since vanished its influence continues to be present in every part of Delhi and in Agra . Among them the famous 238 feet Qutub Minar built according to Indo –Islamic architecture, Jama Masjid that can house 20,000 people is the largest and most splendid mosque in India built in 1656 by Emperor Shah Jahan and the Humayun's Tomb, the mausoleum of Mughal Emperor Humayun built according to Mughal architecture in 1565 where 160 members of the Royal family are buried are the other interesting places to visit in this vibrant city. Other than the Humyan tomb the most exotic popular places-of-interest in Delhi are the Purana Qila or Old Fort standing stoically amidst wild greenery near Mathura Road, Safdarjung's Tomb set in a beautiful garden built in 1754 and the 17th century Red Fort complex also know as Lal Qila made of red sand stones.
Delhi positioned in a triangle formed by river Yamuna in the east and spurs from Aravali range on the Northern Indian map, provides the setting for her history that offers the visitors an exhausting list of attractions and unmatched experience. Akshardham, a Hindu temple complex ,the Lotus Temple the Bahá'í House of worship and Gurdwara Bangla Sahib adds up to the contrasts of the city. Gurdwara Bangla Sahib with a pool inside its complex, is the most prominent Sikh gurdwara in Delhi, known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan .
Although it is a 210 kilometers drive away from Delhi on the Noida , Greater Noida and Yamuna Expressway one can reach the World famous Taj Mahal Palace the mirror image of India located in Agra. The eye catching marble palace complex gives a perfect place for tourists to observe the spellbinding scenic views of Mughal architecture . The City of Victory or Faithra pur Sikri built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar was the capital of the Mughal Empire. It is a place where visitors could pass through several stages during history . Delhi has been vigorous tourism center for centuries and a traveler to this amazing city will find that things that can see and do are limitless.
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