Aside from Delhi being known for its entertainment spots, eat outs and art, there are several places of historic significance that are worth visiting. An example of this is the India gate.
India Gate:
It is a memorial for the Indian soldiers who laid down their lives during the First World War. At this memorial, there are lush green lawns that attract many people. This is what makes this place a common meeting place for the old and young alike.
Rashtrapati Bhawan:
This is an important area and is linked to the India Gate; it stretches down quite a way to the India Gate. This path from Rashtrapati Bhawan to the India Gate is known as Rajpath, and this is where the popular Republic Day parade is held. One of the interesting sights at the Rashtrapati Bhawan is the Mughal Gardens; for people who love spectacular sights of flowers, this is an ideal place to visit during spring.
The Red Fort:
The ‘Red Fort’ is also another nice place to visit. It is of historical significance; it was built in 1639 and was completed within 8 years. It is known as the last structure of its kind to be erected in Delhi
Raj Ghat:
This is the place that is known to be Mahatma Ghandi’s final resting place. It is situated along side the Yamuna River. Official visitors make it a point to come here. In this vicinity, there are also two museums that have been dedicated to Ghandi, and these are ones that are a must see.
Qutab Minar:
This is a place situated at Mehrauli. This historic place was built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek who belonged to the Slave Dynasty, and took control of New Delhi (1206). The exterior of this building bears carved verses of the Holy Qur'an.
Laxminarayan Temple:
This temple is also known as the Birla Mandir. It was constructed under the supervision of the Birla family (1938). This temple bears a large garden with fountains nearby. On Lord Krishna’s birthday, Janmashtami day, devotees come here by the thousand.
Humayun's Tomb:
Haji Begum, Humayun’s wife, built this tomb for her husband nine years after his demise. The most interesting part of this tomb is the fact that it was designed by a Persian architect (Mirak Mirza Ghiyas).
Shanti Vana:
Shanti Vana that lies near Raj Ghat, literally means ‘the Forest of Peace’. The First Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, was cremated here. This place is now a park decorated with many trees, a place that is visited by official visitors.
Bahai Temple or Lotus Temple:
This temple is located in the South of New Delhi, and is in the shape of a lotus. It is an attractive and striking structure definitely worth checking out. This structure was erected by the Baha'i community, and pairs up with the artistic design of the temple.
