Delhi – The National capital of India
The national capital of India, Delhi is a historic city where the ancient and modern blend seamlessly. The present-day Delhi covers an area of 1,484 sq. km and has a population of over 28 million, making it the second-most populous city in the country. Located on the banks of the River Yamuna, the city shares borders with various states and is the main gateway to various cities.
Studded with so many attractions, Delhi gives a fascinating glimpse into the rich past, cultural heritage and architecture of the country. It serves as the seat of legislative, executive, and judicial authorities of the country. Apart from this, it is a significant educational and commercial center of the country.
- Things to do in Delhi: Visit the historical monuments and explore different architectural styles, stroll in the serene gardens, seek blessings at religious sites and indulge in various culinary delights. Do not skip shopping in the local markets that offer everything at throwaway prices.
- Tourist attractions in Delhi: Delhi is home to three World Heritage monuments: Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb and Red Fort. Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Mughal Gardens, India Gate, Jama Masjid and Bangla Sahib Gurudwara are some incredible places to visit in Delhi.
- Places to shop in Delhi: Sarojini Nagar is the first place to head to for shopping in Delhi. Janpath Market, Select Citywalk, Lajpat Nagar Market, DLF Emporio, Ambience Mall, Dilli Haat, Paharganj and Chandni Chowk are other great places to shop in the national capital.
- Modes of transport: City buses, metro, auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws, battery rickshaws and cabs are the modes of transport to explore the capital city.
- Best time to visit Delhi: Winter season (October to March) is considered the best time for visiting Delhi but trips must be avoided between mid-November and January due to heavy smog cover that hinders sightseeing.
- Weather in Delhi: Summers are extremely hot with temperatures going as high as 45°C. Monsoons knock the city around July bringing down the temperatures. Heavy rainfall during this month leaves the capital city drenched making it difficult to get out on the streets. Delhi experiences pleasant weather during winters with smog in November, December and January.
Airport in Delhi
IndiGo offers many flights to various destinations from Delhi airport the busiest airport in India, sixth-busiest in Asia and 12th busiest in the world. For more details, log onto IndiGo website.
- Airport Address: New Delhi, Delhi 110037
- Airport IATA code: DEL