Explore the vibrant heart of India with this guide to New Delhi! Discover a captivating blend of ancient history, magnificent architecture, and bustling markets, from the iconic Taj Mahal and Red Fort to the serene Lotus Temple and chaotic charm of Chandni Chowk.
Lotus Temple
A unique temple in Delhi of the Baha'i religion that incorporates the best principles from every religion across the world.
Pracheen Hanuman Mandir
A monkey temple where it's quite common to see wildlife in the middle of the city.
Qutab Minar
A historical brick structure and was once the tallest in the world, built in the 12th century, originally Hindu but changed to Islam over time.
Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque
The first mosque built in Delhi, constructed on the site of a former Hindu temple.
Taj Mahal
One of the seven historical Wonders of the World built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, featuring a double dome influenced by the Blue Mosque in Turkey and is known for its symmetry and marble with Arabic inscriptions.
Yamuna River
The river on the banks of which the Taj Mahal was built, with plans for a black Taj Mahal on the opposite bank that were never realized.
Chandni Chowk
A vibrant market in Old Delhi with rickshaws for transportation and various spices available.
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
The biggest Sikh temple in Delhi where people of all backgrounds eat together without bias and the Sikh faith is all-inclusive.
India Gate
A monument to the soldiers who lost their lives in World War One, located in a large park near the Indian Parliament.
Agrasen ki Baoli
A Hindu well built in the 16th century to trap monsoon rainwater.
Khan Market
An upscale market in New Delhi, known as one of the textile capitals of the world.
Red Fort
Located across the street from Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.