Delhi: The seat of the Mughals
Delhi attracts hordes of foreign as well as national tourists throughout the year since it has several important monuments that remind us of the magnificence of the sense of being Indian and our rich cultural history. Delhi is the national capital of India and is the seat of central governance. As a result, it is a city that is today both culturally as well as politically important and active. It is also the medieval seat of power of the former Mughal Emperors who ruled India.
Tourist attractions in Delhi
Among the most conventional tourist spots in Delhi are the India Gate, Red Fort, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar and Jama Masjid. These attractions are throbbing year-round with tourists and locals who often indulge themselves in the tours of these iconic monuments for a weekend family delight. However, there are certain lesser-visited sites like the 18th century Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and the more recent Akshardham Temple.
Things to do in Delhi
One of the most popular things to do in Delhi is to drive across the regal residence of the President of the country, i.e., the Rashtrapati Bhavan, admiring the beauty of its architecture. Tourists can also go for boat rides behind the Old Fort. Finally, tourists can conclude their Delhi tour with a nostalgic rickshaw ride to one of the oldest flea markets of India, the Chandni Chowk.
Airport in Delhi
The massive tri-terminal Indira Gandhi International Airport is one of the busiest airports of India catering to over 10 million passengers every year. The first terminal handles budget airlines like IndiGo only, while the other two terminals are for other domestic and international flights respectively. You can also book your return Delhi to Leh flight with IndiGo from this airport.
- Airport address: New Delhi, Delhi 110037
- IATA code: DEL