Sightseeing in Delhi
Delhi is the main gateway to various tourist places in India. Every year many tourists from across the country and around the world visit Delhi. Delhi has a number of sightseeing places that one can visit when in Delhi. Delhi has various monuments, which are the silent sentinels of the past. Apart from various monuments, Delhi has various other tourist spots, which are equally exciting. Some of the sightseeing tourist spots in Delhi are given below.
Qutab Minar: Built in 1199, Qutab Minar is one of the most popular landmarks in Delhi. The Qutab Minar is located in Mehrauli. The 72.5 metres long monument has 379 steps to reach the top. Qutab-ud-din Aibak started the construction of Qutab Minar in 1199 but he died before completing it. Later his son-in-law and successor completed Qutab Minar.
Old Fort: Popularly known as Purana Quilla, the Old Fort has an interesting history. The construction of the fort was started by the second Mughal emperor Humayun but before he could complete the fort, Sher Shah Suri attacked Delhi and captured the city. He completed the construction of the fort and named it Shergah meaning 'dwelling place of lion'. He made many additions to the fort but he could not stay in the fort for long and was defeated by Humayun. The fort is located on the Mathura road near Pragati Maidan.
Humayun's Tomb: The mausoleum of the Mughal emperor Humayun is a popular monument in Delhi. The tomb was constructed by Humayun's wife in his memory. The tomb was built between 1562 and 1572 AD. The tomb is located near the shrine of saint Nizamuddin Aulyia.
Jama Masjid: It is one of the largest mosques in India. The tomb was constructed when Shah Jahan decided to make Delhi his capital. Built in 1656 AD, the mosque took about six years to complete and about 5,000 labourers and craftsmen worked on the mosque. The mosque is located in Old Delhi.
Red Fort: Also known as Lal Quilla, the Red Fort is another important addition by Shah Jahan on the landscape of Delhi. Shah Jahan built the Red Fort in 1648. Today Red Fort has special significance as the Prime Minister unfurls the flag on Independence Day and address the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort. If you wish to learn a lesson about the history of Delhi, you can enjoy the 'Light and Sound Show' in the evening at the Red Fort.
Apart from these monuments, there are various other tourist spots in Delhi that you can visit when on a tour of Delhi. Bustling bazaars, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Lodhi Gardens and Lotus Temple are some of the sightseeing spots that you can visit on sightseeing tour of Delhi.
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