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1 The Quintessential Dilli Checklist! Henna tattoo Street shopping in Daryaganj & Janpath Rickshaw ride Food court at Dilli Haat Elephant ride Kebabs at Karim's Travel Guide Koenig organizes regular sightseeing trips. Contact us for more details: Travel Desk Executive Phone: Delhi Centre (Corporate Office) Koenig Solutions Ltd. Koenig Campus B-39, Plot No. 70, KLJ Complex-1, Shivaji Marg, Moti Nagar, New Delhi (India) Website:

2 Delhi Sightseeing About Delhi New Delhi, the capital city of India, is a perfect blend of rich cultural history and modern metropolis. An urban infrastructure along with an ancient past - forts, museums, art galleries, et al, Delhi has something for every enthusiastic tourist. Qutub Minar Qutub 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 marble and sandstone. At the foot of the tower is the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, the first mosque to be built in India. A 7 m-high iron pillar stands in the courtyard of the mosque. It is said that if you can encircle it with your hands while standing with your back to it your wish will be fulfilled. India Gate At the centre of New Delhi stands the 42 m high India Gate, an "Arc-de-Triomphe" like archway in the middle of a crossroad. Almost similar to its French counterpart, it commemorates the 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army during the World War I. The memorial bears the names of more than 13,516 British and Indian soldiers killed in the Northwestern Frontier in the Afghan war of The foundation stone of India Gate was laid by His Royal Highness, the Duke of Connaught in 1921 and it was designed by Edwin Lutyens. Another memorial, Amar Jawan Jyoti was added much later, after India got its independence. The eternal flame burns day and night under the arch to remind the nation of soldiers who laid down their lives in the Indo-Pakistan War of December 1971.

3 Humayun Tomb Red Fort Humayun's tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife Bega Begum in , and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen by Bega Begum. It is the first distinct example of proper Mughal style, which was inspired by Persian architecture. It is well known that Humayun picked up the principles of Persian architecture during his exile, and he himself is likely to have planned the tomb, although there is no record to that effect. The tomb was constructed at a cost of 15 lakh rupees (1.5 million). It was built in 1565 A.D. nine years after the death of Humayun, by his senior widow Bega Begam. Inside the walled enclosure the most notable features are the garden squares (chaharbagh) with pathways water channels, centrally located well proportional mausoleum topped by double dome. There are several graves of Mughal rulers located inside the walled enclosure and from here in 1857 A.D; Lieutenant Hudson had captured the last Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah II. The Red sandstone walls of the massive Red Fort (Lal Qila) rise 33-m above the clamour of Old Delhi as a reminder of the magnificent power and pomp of the Mughal emperors. The walls, built in 1638, were designed to keep out invaders.the main gate, Lahore Gate, is one of the emotional and symbolic focal points of the modern Indian nation and attracts a major crowd on each Independence Day.The vaulted arcade of Chatta Chowk, a bazaar selling tourist trinkets, leads into the huge fort compound. Inside is a veritable treasure trove of buildings, including the Drum House, the Hall of Public Audiences, the white marble Hall of Private Audiences, the Pearl Mosque, Royal Baths and Palace of Color. An evening sound and light show re-creates events in India's history connected with the fort. Old Fort & Zoological Park Lotus Temple The Lotus Temple, located in New Delhi, India, is a Bahá'í House of Worship completed in Notable for its flowerlike shape, it serves as the Mother Temple of the Indian subcontinent and has become a prominent attraction in the city. Construction of bahai temple is completed in year of Lotus is a symbol of love and purity. It gives the message of immortality. And because of Purana Qila is the oldest fort among all forts in Delhi. The massive gateway and walls of Purana Quila were built by Humayun and the foundation laid for the new capital, Dinpanah. It was rebuilt by the Afghan king Sher Shah Suri, on the same site, which was perhaps the site of Indraprastha, believed to be the capital of the Pandavas. Thus the fort displays a sheer blend of Mughal, Hindu and Afghan architecture, creating an impressive sight. this, bahai temple is designed like a lotus flower and that s why it is known as lotus temple. This awesome architecture was built by Persian architect Fariborz Sahba from Canada. Marble, cement, dolomite, and sand were used in construction of lotus temple. Construction of this architecture took 10 years to complete. There are 800 people who have worked in construction of this temple. A shimmering lake near the Old Fort of Delhi allows boating facilities to the tourists. It also houses the Delhi Zoo, known to be a shelter to more than 1200 reptiles, mammals and birds. These animals belong to countries like Africa, America and Australia, apart from India.

4 Kingdom Of Dreams Culture Gully Culture Gully is the first of its kind called the Indoor Street of India which is a 10,000 square feet air-conditioned space, under artificial sky. The gully showcases to you, a rich diversity of Indian culture, from food to ethnic wears and dance performances. The grand entrance of the Kingdom looks no less than a huge set of a film. The Culture Gully entrance is shaped like lotus petals, fringed by giant rose stems and mirrored walls. The altering lights in the evening enhance the charm of the majestic entrance. The gates are thrown open to a world of dreamy wonders, which gives you the feel of an upmarket in Bangkok or Chandni Chowk for that matter. Stalls from Lucknow, Kerela, Tamil Naadu, Hyderabad, Goa, Mumbai, Rajasthan, and Delhi offer you exotic food from the states, in the state s cultural style. It is a perfect destination for an outing with friends and family. Relax, unwind yourself and take a tour to an entirely different wonderland. Zangoora Zangoora The Gypsy Prince is the first Bollywood musical ever. It was premiered on September 23, 2010 at Nautanki Mahal of Kingdom of Dreams, Gurgaon. It has a cast of 110 members with Hussain Kuwajerwala, Gauhar Khan, Kashmira Irani and Sadanand Patil playing lead; besides a crew of 250 people. In June 2013, the musical completed a run of 1000 shows, and became the longest running Bollywood stage show in India. The musical was a production of the Great Indian Nautanki Company, a joint venture between Wizcraft and APRA Group. The music of the musical was composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, with screenplay and dialogues by Javed Akhtar.

5 Agra Taj Mahal The Taj Mahal is a white marble mausoleum located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal is widely recognized as "the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage In 1631, Shah Jahan, emperor during the Mughal period of greatest prosperity, was grief-stricken when his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, a Persian princess, died during the birth of their 14th child, Gauhara Begum. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in The court chronicles of Shah Jahan's grief illustrate the love story traditionally held as an inspiration for Taj Mahal. The principal mausoleum was completed in 1648 and the surrounding buildings and garden were finished five years later. Agra Fort Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site is a monument located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is about 2.5 km northwest of its more famous sister monument, the Taj Mahal. The fort can be more accurately described as a walled city. It is one of the most important and robustly built stronghold of the Mughals, embellished with number of richly decorated buildings encompassing the imposing Mughal style of art and architecture. It was constructed by the third Mughal emperor Akbar on the remains of an ancient site known as Badalgarh. The present-day structure was built by the Mughals, though a fort had stood there since at least the 11th century. Agra Fort was originally a brick fort, held by the Hindu Sikarwar Rajputs. Sikandar Lodi ( ) was the first Sultan of Delhi who shifted to Agra and lived in the fort. He governed the country from here and Agra assumed the importance of the second capital. He died at the fort in 1517 and his son, Ibrahim Lodi, held it for nine years until he was defeated and killed at Panipat in Several palaces, wells and a mosque were built by him in the fort during his period.

6 Delhi Shopping Connaught Place Dilli Haat One of Delhi's most popular shopping centres, there is nothing that one cannot buy here. The colonial heart of New Delhi, CP has white, colonnaded streets radiating out from the central circle of Rajiv Chowk, which is lined with swanky stores and restaurants. It is an important meeting point for people from different walks of life. Tourists don't miss it for its architecture and the routine humdrum of Delhi life. Situated in the heart of Delhi, the unique Dilli Haat is an upgraded version of the traditional weekly market, offering a delightful amalgam of craft, food and cultural activities. Its food plaza enables visitors to savour the inimitable flavours of gastronomic delights from the various regions of India. The different stalls offer a wide choice of handicrafts and artefacts. Memorable Moments Paste Your Photographs Chandni Chowk Chandni Chowk, situated in Old Delhi, is one of the most famous shopping strips crammed with stores selling saris, Nehru suits, glittery shoes and electrical goods. It's worth coming for the spectacle as much as the retail therapy. From here, you can embark on a journey of discovery through Old Delhi's captivating bazaars. It is also well-known for its street food. Your Name : Date of Visit : Select Citywalk Mall Situated in the heart of South Delhi, Select CITYWALK is spread across a sprawling 1.3 million square feet expanse and is aesthetically designed for an upscale shopping experience. It is one of the most popular shopping centres in Delhi. Furthermore, the regular events and festivities have made it the hub of entertainment and excitement in the city!