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In Delhi:
Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Lotus Temple, Gandhi Museum, Akshardham Temple, the famous Raj Path where the Republic Day parade takes place, which has India Gate on one end and the famous President's Palace and Parliament building on the other end. There are several temples, Residences of Nehru, Indira Gandhi, Lalbahadur Sastry, which have been made as museums and also the samadhis (graves) of Gandhi, Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi....and lots and lots of big shopping places.
Around Delhi, you have:
Taj mahal and other historical monuments in Agra
The famous piligrim places of Haridwar and Rishkes, where you can take a holy dip in the holy Ganges and visit several temples and Ashrams.
You can also go to Jaipur and come back in a day, using the services of the local tour operators
Now - Isn't this the Best Answer ? ;-)
2006-06-27 18:14:44
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answered by Mohan 4
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Delhi is full of tourist spots
1.Qutub Minar,
2. Red Fort
3, Lotus Temple
4, Gandhi Museum
5, Akshardham Temple
6, the famous Raj Path
7, India Gate
8. number of tombs etc .
9. if you like to be western i.e likes disco to chill . there are large no. of discos etc
10. over them all there is my house .
2006-06-28 01:28:56
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answered by Anonymous
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Near Delhi there isAgra, Jaipur, shimla, and hell lot of hill stations and then there are a few IN delhi that others have listed
2006-06-29 02:34:49
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answered by Anonymous
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Tourism Destinations around New Delhi
Tour to Taj Mahal
The city of New Delhi is close to many tourist places of interest. New Delhi provides you with easy access to all places, which are great excursion sites located nearby New Delhi. Some of the popular tourism destinations around New Delhi include the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri in Agra, Neemrana, Kesroli, Mud Fort, Sultanpur, Tilyar Lake, Badhkal Lake, and Surajkund. Feel the difference of touring in and around Delhi with New Delhi Hub. We offer you with varied options of New Delhi tours to make your tour to India memorable.
Taj Mahal: New Delhi tours would take you to Agra city, which is famous for the Taj Mahal that stands on the bank of River Yamuna. The Taj Mahal is an immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife. The Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage. You can visit the Taj Mahal on your tour to New Delhi.
Fatehpur Sikri: The Fatehpur Sikri is a city built in Red Sandstone; the city is situated at a distance of 37 kms from Agra. You can visit the Fatehpur Sikri on your tour to New Delhi. Akbar built the city during 1571 and 1585. Fatehpur Sikri is one of the finest examples of Mughal architectural splendor at its height. Fatehpur Sikri is the best example of the culmination of Hindu and Muslim architecture. Fatehpur Sikri Mosque is said to be a copy of the mosque in Mecca and has designs, derived from the Persian & Hindu architecture.
Neemrana: It is one of the oldest heritage resorts of India. You can visit Neemrana on your tour to Delhi. This fort-palace is situated on a majestic plateau of the Aravalli ranges and was built in 1464 A.D. by Prithviraj Chauhan lll. Placed on a rocky outcrop. It is situated at a distance of about 122kms from New Delhi. This Fort has now been converted into a heritage resort.
Kesroli: You can visit Kesroli on your tour to New Delhi.Kesroli makes an ideal base to visit the neighboring palaces, museums, and sanctuaries of Alwar and Sariska. This charming small Fort commands superb views from its elevated position, replete with thick walls, turrets and ramparts, which surround a pretty inner garden and courtyards.
Mud Fort: You can visit the Mud Fort on your New Delhi tour. The Fort is situated in the lush green surrounding of U.P, at a distance of 80 kms from New Delhi. The banks of Brijghat, 24 kms away on the holy Ganges, make an interesting picnic outing among fields of sugarcane and mango orchards. The Mud Fort is situated in Kuchesar, which takes you away from the stress and crowding of the city. The Jat rulers built the Fort in the mid-18th century.
Sultanpur: The popular bird sanctuary at Sultanpur is situated at a distance of 46 kms from Delhi. On your New Delhi tour you can visit the sanctuary, famous for a variety of domestic and migratory birds. The Shallow Lake near the sanctuary becomes a great attraction for the tourists. The Sultanpur bird sanctuary is situated at a distance of 46 kms from Delhi. The Bird Sanctuary is home to a large range of birds, both resident and migratory. It is a place of interest for innumerable bird watchers who come in to observe bird antics.
Tilyar Lake: Tilyar Lake is a popular picnic spot on your Delhi tour; the lake is located at 70 kms from Delhi. Tourists can enjoy activities like boating and horse riding. Children's Park and a mini-zoo are also attached to the place.
Tour to Surajkund
Badhkal Lake: This lake is situated at a distance of about 32kms from Delhi, in the district of Faridabad.It is a popular picnic spot and is surrounded by beautiful gardens and overwhelming serenity. The lake forms a famous tourist attraction around New Delhi.
Surajkund: On your Delhi tour you can visit Surajkund, popular for a big fair, which takes place in the first two weeks of February. The premises of the Surajkund have a perennial lake surrounded by rock-cut steps. It is situated at a distance of about 11kms from the Qutab Minar on the Mehrauli-Badarpur road. The Sun temple built by a Tomar chieftain named Surajpal stood here during AD 1000, the remains of which can still be seen here.
Tourism Destinations in New Delhi
Tour to Old Fort
Old Fort: You can visit the Old Fort, one of the most visited tourism destination on your New Delhi tour. The fort is located on a small hill, which once stood on the banks of the river Yamuna. Legend has it that the fort marked the site of Indraprastha, the magnificent capital of the Pandavas, though Sher Shah Suri carried out the construction sometime between 1538 to 1545 AD. The structure houses a mosque, which has a double storied octagonal tower. It is said that the Mughal king Humayun fell from the tower and died. At the foot of the hill is a lake where the Delhi Tourism has arrangements for boating.
Chandni Chowk: The popular bazaars of Chandni Chowk form a part of tourism destinations in New Delhi. A trip to Delhi would be incomplete without a visit to Chandni Chowk, in Old Delhi, where shops and stalls display a wonderful array of goods. There are many small bazaars like that of Naya Bazaar, which displays a wonderful selection of foodstuff in neat, colorful piles. The nearby Gadodial Market is the wholesale spice market. Hundreds of spices and condiments can be found including aniseed, ginger, pomegranate, saffron, lotus seeds, pickles and chutneys, to name just a few.
India Gate: India Gate is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Delhi. The impressive colonial architecture of India Gate is a symbol of modern Delhi. The beautiful stone arch was built by the British in honor of Indian soldiers killed in World War I. Here you will also find the 'Amar Javan Jyoti', which is a permanent flame in honor of the Indian soldiers who died in wars since 1918.It is one of the main tourist attractions on your tour to New Delhi.
Lodi Gardens: Lodi Gardens are situated at Lodi Road, 5 Km south of Connaught place, 1 Km to the south of the Old Fort. It is set in the heart of one of the best residential districts of New Delhi. The garden is now modified as a Park. The garden contains the mellow stone tombs of the Lodi rulers of the 15th and 16th century. In the middle of the garden facing the East entrance from Max Muller Road is Bara Gumbad, the mosque built in 1494. A few meters north of the Bara Gumbad is the Sheesh Gumbad built on a raised incline with glazed blue tiles, painted floral designs and Koranic inscriptions, a typical Lodi architecture. You can visit the Lodi Gardens on your tour to New Delhi.
Lotus Temple: Tour to Connuaght PlaceIt is a lotus shaped structure made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand The temple is located in Kalkaji in the south of Delhi. You can visit the Lotus Temple on your tour to New Delhi. The temple is open to all faiths and is an ideal place for meditation and obtaining peace and tranquility. It is a very recent architectural marvel of the Bahai faith. The lotus shape of the temple represents the Manifestation of God, and is also a symbol of purity and tenderness. Its significance is deeply rooted in the minds and hearts of the Indians. It is one of the main tourist attractions on your tour to New Delhi.
Cannuaght Place: On New Delhi tour you can visit the popular shopping area of Janpath at Connaught Place. Here you will find all items from jewellery to paintings and furniture. Nearby Janpath there are many government State Emporia popular which affords a glimpse of the handicrafts of each state. So does the recently- inaugurated new Central Cottage Industries Emporium on Janpath. It is a perfect place for shopping in New Delhi, where you can bargain at reasonable rates. You can buy jewellery and ritual objects from the Tibetans along with some of the rare embroidered dress-materials from Janpath. From here, the closest attraction well worth visiting is the Jantar Mantar, which lies on Sansad Marg, on the way to Rashtrapati Bhavan. It's one of five open-air observatories built in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Sing II.
2006-06-28 01:36:13
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answered by Guru 3
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