A Traveller's Guide to

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Delhi. It all depends on your interests. If you guys
are foodies, you could start the day by going to
State: Delhi
The All American Diner for breakfast. If you guys
District: New Delhi love adventure, you could go to Indian
Famous For: City Mountaineering Foundation for wall climbing.
Language: Hindi Otherwise,... read more

says HolidayIQ reviewer Shubham

Summer 28°C to 38°C
Winter 8°C to 27°C

History of New Delhi

New Delhi, the national capital of India, is one of the nine districts of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. It is the seat of the
Government of India. With an area of 47.2 sq km, it is one of the fastest growing cities in the world and was recently rated as a
Beta World City. It is bound by the states of Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Being under the rule of several
rulers and dynasties, the city has a rich historical and cultural background. Muhammad of Ghori captured the city in 1192 and
he was overthrown by Timur in 1398. The first battle of Panipat in 1526 saw the handover of Delhi from the Lodhis to the
Mughals, when Babur established the Mughal Empire. The city then came under the British rule in 1803. Later, Delhi became
the capital of the British who shifted to the city from Calcutta in 1911, and finally the capital city of modern India in 1947.

Things To Do in New Delhi

Delhi has two parts: the old and the new. While Old Delhi is all about alleys, bylanes, Mughal and British architectural
structures, New Delhi is home to several offices and modern buildings. Some of the major attractions of the city include the
Red Fort, India Gate, Qutub Minar, Jantar Mantar, etc. Other sightseeing options include the Raj Bhavan, Akshardham Temple,
Lotus Temple, Parliament House, Raj Ghat as well as several museums. Chandni Chowk , Karolbagh and Connaught Place
have emerged as the most sought-after shopping hubs.

Food and Shopping in New Delhi

Another significant facet of New Delhi is its bazaars and its food. Tourists can walk in the bylanes of Chandni Chowk and
savour some local delicacies like chaats and jalebis or just walk up to street markets like Janpath, Sarojini Nagar, Khan
Market or Lajpat Nagar to shop for clothes, chappals, bags and other accessories. Haggling in these markets is a must. The
Dilli Haat where craft fairs are also held is another must-visit shopping destination in Delhi. To reach New Delhi, tourists can
opt for air, rail or road as a mode of transport. The city’s airport, Indira Gandhi International Airport, serves both domestic and
international flights. It is connected to most of the cities within the country and also has direct connections to several
international destinations including New York, London, Hong Kong, Beijing, Singapore, etc. New Delhi is also well connected
by trains. New Delhi Railway Station (NLDS) is the main rail station of Delhi. Other major stations are Old Delhi Railway Station
and Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station. New Delhi is also reachable by road from nearby cities and regions with bus services
being provided by the Delhi Transport Corporation and several private operators. There are three main bus terminals – Inter
State Bus Terminus, Sarai Kale-Khan Bus Terminus and Anand Vihar Bus Terminus. New Delhi has extreme climatic
conditions. Summers, with temperatures often going above 45° Celsius, can be very hot. Winters, on the other hand, are chilly
and foggy. However, the best time to visit New Delhi is from October to March as this time is ideal for sightseeing activities
and outings. Travelling within New Delhi The best way to get around Delhi is either by auto rickshaws or the metro, which
connects major parts of the city. Tourists can opt for cycle rickshaws when exploring the quaint old bylanes of Old Delhi.

New Delhi places of Interest

Akshardham
Akshardham is a beautiful temple complex in Delhi, which is an imitation of the Akshardham in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
Popularly known as Swaminarayan Akshardham, this temple is moderated by Pramukh Swami Maharaja, who is the spiritual
head of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha.

Beautiful and peaceful

I loved the sprawling greenery of this beautiful place. Please note it is closed every
Monday. Visiting hours are only till sunset (6pm) and there is also a water show in the
evening. Also at the entry they take away everything - including your cell phone. You
can only carry your wallet/money. This is the best because inside no one annoys you
with cell phones and selfies and it...

says HolidayIQ reviewer Zeishah Amlani

Rating 4.6 / 5

India Gate
India Gate is situated on the Raj Path and was commissioned by Sir Edwin Lutyens for paying reverence to the Indian Soldiers,
who died during the First World War. The huge walls of India Gate reveal more than 90,000 names of the soldiers who lost
their lives during the war.

India Gate - The Pride of Delhi

Delhi has been bestowed with innumerable monuments ancient as well as modern.
From Qutub Minar to Humayun Tomb, Red Fort to Jama Masjid and of course the
modern one India Gate. It was built was by the Britishers in the memory of soldiers
who sacrificed their lives during the World War I. India Gate is the most visited tourist
spot in Delhi. Standing tall on the East of Rajpath...

says HolidayIQ reviewer Prakash Bhatia

Rating 4.3 / 5
Rashtrapati Bhavan
Rashtrapati Bhavan is the official residence of the President of India, which is situated towards the west end of the Rajpath. It
is a blend of both Mughal and European architectural styles with a copper dome and around 340 bedecked rooms.

Changing Guard Ceremony

If you live in Delhi, then this is the best ceremony to watch on Saturday. Best part - it
is free. Get down at Central Secretariat Metro station and take exit number four. Enter
Rashtrapati Bhawan from gate number 2 and you enter ground where this ceremony
is happening. One is mesmerised with presence of well-fed Horses manned by smart
and sharp looking men. Army band plays tunes...

says HolidayIQ reviewer Adesh Sidhu

Rating 4.4 / 5

Qutb Minar
Qutb Minar is one of the tallest individual towers in the world, measuring about 234 ft in height. The construction work of Qutb
Minar was commissioned by the ruler of Slave Dynasty, Qutubuddin-Aibak in 1199, which was later completed by his
descendant Shams-ud-din-Iltutmish.

Tower of victory

Qutab Minar is a soaring, 73 m-high tower of victory, built in 1193 by Qutab-ud-din

Aibak immediately after the defeat of Delhi's last Hindu kingdom. The tower has five
distinct storeys, each marked by a projecting balcony and tapers from a 15 m
diameter at the base to just 2. 5 m at the top. The first three storeys are made of red
sandstone; the fourth and fifth storeys are of...

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Rating 4.3 / 5

Premium Hotels in New Delhi

The Leela Palace
Rank 1 in New Delhi

"I had visited this hotel for official purpose. The hotel was located in the centre of the city.
The room was clean and neat. The complimentary breakfast was provided in the hotel.
There were no activities arranged by this hotel. I would recommend this hotel for other
travellers."

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Rajat

Rating 4.5 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 16000

Taj Mahal Hotel
Rank 2 in New Delhi

"Everything is top notch. The Mansingh is the perfect place to stay whether on business or
on a leisure trip. The rooms and facilities are great. The restaurants are great too. But what
you won't get anywhere else is that trademarked Taj hospitality. Nothing else compares!"

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Priyanka Khimani

Rating 4.4 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 11000

JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity

Rank 3 in New Delhi

"OMG this was the first time I was in this property, it's a fabulous. The best part was the
breakfast buffet I have never seen. Such lavish and widely spread, delicious food, the
executive lounge was another superb part of the hotel it was the best."

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Naveen Kiran

Rating 4.5 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 9300

Atrio - A Boutique Hotel

Rank 4 in New Delhi

"Room and location good. Service is also good. Near ambience mall. Also near highway.
Overall good place. Staff also support. One thing awesome in this hotel we stay some extra
time 20 to 30 minutes hotel mangement not charge after 12. Full supported staff. Also food
is good. At this price hotel was awesome. Next time again I book this hotel."

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Shivam Jagga

Rating 4.2 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 3900

Hilton Garden Inn

Rank 5 in New Delhi

"The staff and everything were perfect. The food variety is just the problem very few
varieties rest were just perfect. Nearby shopping malls perfect place to relax and shop.
There are number of dining options and top brands available for shopping. Hard rock cafe
and turquoise cottage are worth going even tgif is worth going. Relaxed even when placed
in hustle bustle of main city."

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Satyam Sabal

Rating 4.2 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 6600

Shervani Nehru Place
Rank 6 in New Delhi

"Very good stay at a decent and clean hotel. Location is perfect- closer to Airport and Metro
station as well. Food quality was good and staff were courteous too. Good lobby space
available and rooms are good for short stays."

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Umesh

Rating 4.1 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 5000

Sheraton New Delhi Hotel

Rank 7 in New Delhi

"The room is very nice. Check-in was smooth and was escorted by concierge to the room.
Facilities in the room are very good. Breakfast layout is excellent with fresh juices and other
fresh customized items. Friendly staff and backgate leads to the big malls. Great place for
shopping and food places. Will come back again."

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Ankur Sood

Rating 4.3 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 5400

Emerald Hotel New Delhi

Rank 8 in New Delhi

"Location was good - in area with lots of nice places to eat and shop. The room was quite
big, clean with all necessary things and working AC. Staff was friendly and let us leave bags
in hotel after check out, as our flight was late. Breakfast was served in the room and was
excellent. (South Indian & North Indian Dishes). "

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Biju Adoor

Rating 4.1 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 3800

Hotel Grand Plaza - Pahar Gunj

Rank 9 in New Delhi

"Nice stay. Well located. Clean rooms. Staff are good and well behaved. Near to the railway
station. Only thing needs to be improved is quality of food. It is not up to the mark. Rest all
good. Can be recommended."

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Ishani Bora

Rating 4.1 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 1600

Bajaj Indian Homestay
Rank 10 in New Delhi

"This is a good home stay property at heart of Delhi at Karol Bagh, quite near to the Metro
station. It s a well secured property with about 8 rooms with different names in 3 floors with
no lift. The staff are courteous and friendly. I booked the room through makemytrip and it
was good value for money. The breakfast is served complimentary- Not much choice but
sufficient. The food served for lunch and dinner is homely."

Says HolidayIQ reviewer Chezhiyan Ramachandran

Rating 4.1 / 5 Tariff starts from INR 3100

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