10 Must Visit Historical Monuments in Delhi

10 Must Visit Historical Monuments in Delhi

Delhi is an arresting canvas that is replete with shades of rich culture, vibrant nightlife, crammed markets, delightful food, and engaging events. The city is one of those tourist places in India where everyone can find a thing or two of his own interest. Yes, the city is an ideal destination for a heritage tour as it is adorned with top tourist attractions like Jama Masjid, Nizamuddin Dargah, Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar that take you on an incredible walk in the history. However, the original charm of the city is in its food that is prepared with the help of traditional recipes and served with great love. Therefore, a food walk in Delhi is one of the top things to do.

Shopping in Delhi is another addictive element of which you just cannot get enough, whether you are a luxury seeker, or someone with good dress sense who knows how to pick the best from wherever you are, the city has a place to shop till you drop. Delhi also puts on offer a chance to take the plunge into various cultural and art forms at its hubs like Mandi House and Indian Habitat Centres and few others. A Delhi Sightseeing Tour is incomplete without a visit to India Gate, which is indeed amongst the best tourism places in the city. Apparently, Delhi has a vibe that is unparalleled, it has an undying charm that can make you fall in love with it before you even know it.

 

Red Fort

Constructed in 1639 by the Mughals, Red Fort gets its name from its massive red-coloured sandstone walls. Set in Old Delhi, the octagonal-shaped fort is spread over an area of 254 acres. The planning and designing of the fort is a fusion of Mughal, Persian, Hindu, and Timurid traditions. A strong influence on later structures built in and around Delhi, Red Fort also features a museum that holds Mughal-era artefacts, including daggers, curtains, miniature paintings and carpets. The highlights of this architectural creativity include the peacock throne, step well, imperial bath, Moti Masjid and Hira Mahal.

·        Timings: 09:30 am to 04:30 pm (closed on Mondays)

·        Entry Fee: INR 10 (Indian citizens) and INR 150 (foreign nationals)

·        Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk, New Delhi

India Gate

India Gate symbolises the sacrifice of 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives battling against the foreign army during the World War I. Designed by Edwin Lutyens, it features the undying Amar Jawan Jyoti or the Flame of the Immortal Soldier which was added later to honour Indian martyred soldiers in the Indo-Pak War. Furthermore, this beautiful masterpiece is counted amongst the largest war memorials in India. Standing on a Bharatpur stone base, the structure is surrounded by lush lawns making it a popular picnic spot during winter afternoons and summer evenings. Lit at night, the monument looks magnificent with colourful fountains in the in the vicinity.

·        Timings: 24 hours a day, seven days a week

·        Nearest Metro Station: Central Secretariat, New Delhi

 

Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar is a 73-metre tall minaret, named after Qutb-ud-din Aibak. The tower contains 5 distinct tapering storeys, wherein first 3 storeys of this masterpiece are adorned with red sandstone, while the fourth and fifth storeys are constructed inmarble and sandstone respectively, engraved with decorative Quranic texts. Interestingly, the tower has a spiral staircase with 379 steps, and has a mosque named ‘Quwwat-ul-Islam Masjid’ at the foot of the tower, which is the first mosque in India.

·        Timings: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm

·        Entry Fee: INR 30 (Indians); INR 500 (foreign nationals)

·        Nearest Metro Station: Qutub Minar metro station, New Delhi

 

Humayun’s Tomb

 Built in 1565 A.D., the Humayun’s Tomb was established in the memory of Humayun by his widow Bega Begam, and was the first example of Mughal architecture in India. Constructed after nine years of his demise, the tomb is inspired by Persian architecture which is reflected in the corridors arched alcoves, and the double dome. The tomb is also called chaharbagh, owing to its garden squares with passageways water channels, and holds graves of Mughal rulers inside the walled enclosed space.

·        Timings: 6:00 am to 6:00 pm

·        Entry Fee: INR 30 (Indians); INR 500 (foreign nationals)

·        Nearest Metro Station: Jor Bagh, New Delhi

Lotus Temple

 

Known for its unique architectural design, Lotus Temple is a Bahá’í House of Worship, dedicated to harmony of humanity. Inspired by the lotus flower, the temple boasts of 27 free-standing marble-clad petals, and is surrounded by sprawling gardens and pond. With a height of over 34 metres, it can accommodate around 2500 people altogether. The temple welcomes every religion symbolizing the culture of Bahá’í Houses of Worship, and offers a tranquil ambience ideal for rejuvenation.

·        Timings: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

·        Nearest Metro Station: Kalkaji Mandir, New Delhi

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Jama Masjid

 

Located in the heart of Old Delhi, Jama Masjid is the largest and most well-known mosque in India. It was constructed between 1650 and 1656 under the reign of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and it took more than 5000 labourers to complete this extravagant structure. Built in red sandstone and marble, this revered mosque has three gates, fours towers, two 40-metre high minarets and a courtyard that can hold 25,000 devotees. Please note that entry is not allowed in the mosque during prayers.

·        Timings: 7:00 am to 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm

·        Nearest Metro Station: Jama Masjid, New Delhi

Jantar Mantar

Jantar Mantar is one of the most popular places to visit in Delhi. This UNESCO World Heritage Site houses the equinoctial sundial that can measure the time of the day based on the sun’s movements. There are a total of 13 astronomy architectural instruments here and you can spend a couple of hours enjoying their precision and build.

·        Timings: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM on all days

·        Entrance Fee: Indians – ₹5

·        Non-Indians – ₹100

·        Nearest Metro Station: Rajiv Chowk Metro Station

Agrasen ki Baoli

The Agrasen ki Baoli is a protected monument that is located near Connaught Place. This is a deep stepwell that has 108 steps and is said to have been built by the Agrawal community in the 14th century. You can spend up to an hour here marvelling the architectural brilliance.

·        Timings: 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM on all days

·        Entrance Fee: N/A

·        Nearest Metro Station: Barakhamba Road Metro Station

Chandni Chowk

 Chandni Chowk is translated as Moonlight Street. This iconic area in Delhi houses one of the oldest markets in the city. You can buy everything you want at wholesale prices here. The hustle and bustle of the street, the colourful and quaint stores, and the constant banter between buyers and sellers are experiences you should not miss. Chandni Chowk has about 1500+ shops.

·        Timings: Most shops remain open between 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM on all days except Mondays.

·        Entrance Fee: N/A

·        Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk Metro Station

Safdarjung’s Tomb

Safdarjung was the Nawab of Oudh and the Prime Minister of the Mughal Empire during the late 1940s. The Safdarjung Tomb is a monument made of sandstone and marble built after the death of the Nawab in 1754. The Mausoleum in the centre is surrounded by a large podium and well-maintained grounds. This is an interesting place in Delhi you should definitely check out.

·        Timings: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM

·        Entrance fee: Indians – ₹15, Non-Indians – ₹200

·         Nearest Metro Station: Jor Bagh Metro Station

 

If you ever want to go for Delhi Sightseeing Tour

Discover the historical significance of the various monuments that surround the capital city, the numerous by-lanes, and the charisma that Delhi holds. The comfortable and well-maintained transport facilities are included in the package to make your trip even more comfortable. Book this fun sightseeing tour and enjoy exploring the capital city in a fun manner.

·        Get picked up from your hotel and embark get ready to explore this wonderful sightseeing tour of Delhi.

·        Visit famous attractions like the Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, and more.

·        Embrace your spiritual side as you visit the Jama Masjid, Lotus Temple, and Akshardham temple.

·        Visit the Raj Ghat which is built in the memory of Mahatma Gandhi.

·        Get to know more about the significance of the President’s house which was formerly occupied by the Governor-General of India until Independence.

·        Explore a wide range of beautiful and famous places of Delhi such as Jantar Mantar, Laxmi Naryan Birla Mandir, Indira Gandhi Memorial, Parliament House, etc.

·        You can choose between the sedan and SUV variant of your vehicle, between 4 and 6 seaters.

·        Get dropped off at your location after the sightseeing tour.

·        The tour charges are valid for 8 hours and an 80 km distance exceeding which, you will have to pay additional charges directly to the operator.