FORT
One of the greatest wonders of Delhi,the fort symbolizes Moghul Power and elegance. This red sandstone structure with a 2 K. M. circumference was built in 1648 by Emperor Shahjahan, the builder of the Seventh City.

TEEN MURTI HOUSE:

Built as the official residence of the british Commander-in-chief of India, in 1984 it was turned into the official residence of the Prime Minister Of India. After Jawahar Lal Nehru”s death, it was converted into a Museum and a Library, a memorial to his life and times.

QUTAB MINAR:

Qutab Minar –In 1199, Qutbuddin raised the Qutab Minar either as a victory tower or as a minaret to the adjacent mosque. From a base of 14.32 mts. it tapers to 2.75 mtrs. At a height of 72.5 mtrs. it is still the highest stone tower in India.

RAJGHAT:

The Ghats – Along the banks of jamuna are places where the leaders and freedom fighters of India were cremated. The Raj Ghat is one of the most visited ghats. A simple square platform of black marble marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated after his assassination in 1948.

RASHTRAPATI BHAVAN:

Formrely the Viceregal Palace, Rashtrapati Bhawan is situated at the head of the architectural concept of Edwin Lutyens on Raisina Hill. Currently the residence of the President of India, it was first occupied in 1929 by the Governer General Of India.

DIPLOMATIC ENCLAVE:

To the South of New Delhi is the Diplomatic Enclave, renowned for its excellent modern architecture. Statues with Mahatma Gandhi in the lead signify the famous ‘Dandi March’.Residences and office buildings of the diplomatic corps assigned to the capital are also within the vicinity.

PARLIAMENT HOUSE:

This huge circular, colonnaded structure, conceived in style similar to Lutyens and Baker buildings, was formally opened in 1927 by Lord Irwin, then Governer General of India. The circular edifice is 171 meters in diameter with a verandah girdled with 144 columns.

JANTAR MANTAR

Few minutes walk from Cannaught Place is a strange collection of Solomon coloured structures. These were built by Maharaja jai Singh and is actually an observatory.Though not as large as its compatriot in Jaipur, Jantar Mantar at Delhi is also an attraction for the tourists.

OLD FORT

It is believed that the Pandavas had built their capital, Indraprastha at the place where the old fort stands today. This fort, now in ruins, was the seat for administration for many emperors. The legendary prithviraj Chauhan ruled from here till he was defeated by Abdali in the battle of panipat.

HUMAYUN’S TOMB

Built by the wife of Humayun, Haji Begum in the mid 16th century, this red sand stone structure is considered to be the predecessor of Taj Mahal. The structure is one of the best example of Mughal Architecture.

SAFDARJUNG TOMB

The Safdarjang tomb is besides the of Safdarjang airport. This tomb was built by the Nawab of Avadh for his father. The structure is one of the finest example of architecture of its time and tells a saga of the last remnants of a dying empire.

JAMA MASJID

One of the Architectural gifts given by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques, has three gateways, Four angle towers and two 40 m high minarets. You can enter the mosque but take precaution to take off your shoes and make sure that you are properly dressed before entering.

CHANDNI CHOWK

One of the main markets of Delhi, Chandni Chowk was once lined with beautiful fountains. But today the place is very crowed and congested. Chandni Chowk is located opposite the Red Fort. The Area has got the Digambar Jain Temple which houses the Birds hospitals.

AMAR JAWAN

Flanked by ornamental ponds and lawns, Rajpath is host to the Republic Day Parade. The two secretariat buildings and Rashtrapati Bhawan on the Raisina hills are located on the two sides of the this immensely broad road. Previously the Boat Club, besides the Rajpath, was host to many demonstrations and Rallies.