Top 7 Iconic Places To Visit In Delhi

Famously known as the "heart of India" due to its location, Delhi, the capital of India, quite literally lives up to its name. It has the most magnificent architectural structures and shrines of spiritual and religious importance to visit.

Posted On October 12th, 2020

India Gate

Built-in 1931 by Edwin Lutyens, India Gate is a piece of architecture that defines Delhi. It was constructed in order to honor the memory of the fallen soldiers in World War I and Afghanistan. Especially during the evenings, the entire place is lit up and the Gardens that surround the gate look beautiful.

Qutub Minar

Built-in 1193 by Qutab-Ud-Din Aibak, the 73 meters tall majestic stone structure is a World Heritage site as declared by UNESCO. It has an influence of Iranian and Parso-Arabic style of architecture with Nagari influences. Although slightly, it still remains one of the most visited tourist destinations in Delhi.

Lodhi Gardens

It is the home to the tomb of Sikandar Lodi. The monument of Heritage is surrounded by a garden of many trees and plants and beautiful lawns. It is an ideal picnic spot for families to sit and eat. Children enjoy plain lawns.

Humayun's Tomb

Built by the wife of the late emperor Haji Begum in 1570, Humayun's tomb has one of the most influential and beautiful forms of Mughal architecture of all time. Built from red sandstone and white marble, even after all these centuries, the tomb doesn’t fail to mesmerize the one looking at it.

Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple

Located on the banks of the Yamuna river, the Swaminarayan Akshardham temple is one of the largest Hindu temples in the entire world. It is made from pink stone and white marble and is one of the most beautiful architectural structures in the City. It gives its visitors an experience of spirituality.

Jama Masjid

Jama Masjid has the strength to old 25000 devotees at a time which makes it the largest mosque in India. Guarded by 48 hours out of which the southern tower gives a splendid view of the city, this architectural structure is Shah Jahan’s very first architectural marvel. The mosque is very strict when it comes to abiding the rules of Islam. One must be properly attired to enter the mosque.

Red Fort

Built-in the year 1638 out of red sandstone, the Red Fort on the Lal Qila is the symbol of the Mughal rule in India. Delhi was the capital of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and this monument was built to symbolize its importance in the Mughal Kingdom. Has been declared as a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 2007.