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DELHI
Edwin Lutyens, the world famous architect, would have never set his mind on designing New Delhi and the famed Connaught Place shopping centre in the heart of India's capital, had it not been for the glorious pas that it could boast of. Lutyen called his creation as the "Rome of Hindoostan". Lutyen perhaps could have drawn inspiration from the Persian inscription on the ceiling of the Diwan-e-Khas (Hall of Nobles) at the glorious Red fort which says "If there be a paradise on Earth; it is this, oh it is this, oh it is this", - Firdaus

As much as it can boast of its chequered present, Delhi has an equally if not better past. the ancient history of Delhi manifested in the landmarks and memorials still stands testimony to the present history. the times when the epic Mahabharata was written refer to Delhi as Indraprastha and was supposed to have been founded by the Pandavas in as early as 1450 B.C. whose remains have been excavated within the ramparts of the Old Fort (Purana Qila).

The first city, Lal Kot was supposed to have been built by a Hindu King, Anangpal in the 11 century A.D. The other six cities each having its own characteristics were Siri, Tughlakabad, Jahanpanah, Ferozshah Kotla, Lodi Tombs and Purana Kila.

Modern Delhi has something for everyone, that is reflected in the cosmopolitan culture that nurtures festivals of all faiths, religions and places of worship. You can take a stroll at your won pace, or a jog or a run, This is also reflected in the market places, the dhabas and restaurants or the gorgeous five-star hotels. Theatre drama and entertainment of all sorts including the best of discotheques are all there.

AREA             : 1483 Sq. Kms
LANGUAGES : Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, English

	Delhi has two main airport terminals about 4.5 km apart. Terminal-I is the domestic (Palam) airport and Terminal-II is the Indira Gandhi International Airport. International airport is 20 km from the city centre. Delhi is well connected with major cities in India by Indian Airlines and other private airlines like Jet Airways, Air Sahara etc.
	Delhi is the headquarters of the Northern Railway and is the most well connected railhead both on broad gauge (New Delhi) and meter gauge (Delhi Main) railway line with all of the major places in India.
	Delhi is well connected by road with many major cities.

Some important road distances from Delhi

WINTER (DECEMBER - MID FEBRUARY)
     CLIMATE   : DECEMBER - Sunny, Dry, Tourist Time, JANUARY - Wet, Grey and Blustery
     CLOTHING : Heavy woollens and then inners too

SPRING (END FEBRUARY - MID MARCH)
     CLIMATE   : Sunny & Pleasant, March can be treacherous
     CLOTHING : Light woollens

SUMMER (APRIL - JUNE)
     CLI0MATE   : Hot - Hotter - Hottest
     CLOTHING : Loose, Airy cottons

MONSOON (JUL - MID SEPT)
     CLIMATE   : Wet, Hot and Humid
     CLOTHING : Cottons & Umbrella

AUTUMN (END SEPT - NOV)
     CLIMATE   : Rainy spells then Dry & Cool
     CLOTHING : Cottons to light woollens

RED FORT
From Mughal India, the chief attraction is the huge fort that contains within it palaces and impressive public buildings, such as the Diwan-i-Am (hall for private audience), Rang Mahal (a water-cooled apartment of royal ladies), Pearl Mosque built of white marble and Lahore Gate the fort's main gate.

PURANA QILA
Earlier seat of the Mughals, believed to be the site of Indraprastha of the Mahabharata period, is a fort built by Sher Shah.

HUMAYUN'S TOMB
A sandstone forerunner of the Taj Mahal built by Humayun's widow. At nearby Nizamuddin are the tombs of Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia, Jahanara and Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib.

JAMA MASJID
Built in 1656 by Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the Taj Mahal), is the largest and most splendid mosque in India. With three majestic black & white marble domes covering the prayer hall, it can seat 20, 000 people. 

INDIA GATE
A war memorial arch, was built in honour of 90,000 Indian Soldiers who lost their lives in World War-I. Below it burns the Amar Jawan Jyoti, the eternal flame in tribute to all martyred soldiers of India.

PRESIDENT HOUSE
Once the imperial residence of British viceroys, now residence of the president of India.

QUTAB MINAR
A soaring stone tower, 72 metres high, was built by Qutub-ud-Din Aibak in 1193. The tower has five district storeys, each with a projecting balcony. The base of the Minar [tower] is 15m in diameter and the top just 2.5m in diameter, an amazing piece of work. At its base is the Quwwat-ul Islam Mosque, the first mosque to be built in India. A 7m high iron pillar (4th century) stands in the courtyard of the mosque.

BAHAI'S TEMPLE
Is a very recent architectural marvel of the Bahai faith and is visible from several spots in South Delhi. Located in Kalkaji in the south of Delhi, it is lotus shaped and has rightly been given the name. It is made of marble, cement, dolomite and sand. 

TIMINGS: (MONDAY CLOSED)
Summer : 0900 - 1900 hrs
Winter   : 0930 - 1730 hrs

JANTAR MANTAR
Within Connaught Place is the Jantar Mantar observatory built by the Rajput king of Jaipur, Sawai Jai Singh in 1724. It was believed to have been built with massonary instruments of r observing the movements of the stars and the planets.

RAJ GHAT
The sprawling site on the banks of the Yamuna is marked by a brick platform flanked by an eternal flame, surrounded by lush green lawns and imposing boundary walls of concrete. Mahatma Gandhi was cremated here in 1948.

DILLI HAAT
The Dilli Haat, located opposite the INA Market, is a project jointly set up by the New Delhi. Municipal Council and Delhi Tourism. One of the primary objectives of setting this complex was to provide marketing facilities to rural artisans. All kinds of goods made by such artisans are displayed at intervals during the year. Aside from this, there are permanent shops reflecting the kind of goods made in various states of the country. It is also a place where cuisine of some of the Indian states is available. It is an ideal place to spend some time while admiring the great array of handicrafts, jewellery, garments and artefacts representing the workmanship of almost all parts of the country. Those interested in folk arts could find this spot a real entertainer.

NEEMRANA
A small hamlet just 120 km from Delhi. Neemrana Fort is a 14th century fort, which was the capital of one of the descendants of Prithviraj Chauhan . The beautifully restored fort is built in the hillside commanding spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Just off the Jaipur-Delhi highway closer to Delhi, Neemrana is just 100 km from the international airport.

SULTANPUR BIRD SANCTUARY
A village outside Delhi in the neighbouring state of Haryana. Only 46 km from Delhi off the Delhi - Jaipur highway, 2 km from the Sultanpur Sanctuary and Lake. 

Kite-Flying Festival, held in Makar Sankranti day (January) on the green lawns above Palika Bazar, Connaught Place, this colourful extravaganza attracts national as well as international participants.

Garden Tourism Festival, held at the Talkatora Garden in February every year, it is based on particular themes.

International Mango Festivals, held during July, it draws people from the country as well as businessmen, both from home and abroad.

Qutab Festival, organized in November, it gives tourists to five them a glimpse of the cultural grandeur of India. Set amidst the historical background of the Qutab, cultural events are held where veterans of Indian classical music and dance and folk musicians give spectacular performances.

Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi was cremated here in 1948. The sprawling site on the banks of the Yamuna is marked by a brick platform flanked by an eternal flame, surrounded by lush green lawns and imposing boundary walls of concrete.

Shanti Vana, India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru was cremated here in 1964. Adjacent to Raj Ghat, it is flanked by lown s and foliage of many variety.

Vijay Ghat, Nehru's successor, Lal Bahadur Shastri, was cremated here.

Shakti Sthal, The daughter of Jawaharlal Nehru, Mrs Indira Gandhi, and his grandson Sanjay Gandhi were cremated here. 

Vir Bhumi, Rajiv Gandhi, elder son of Mrs Indira Gandhi, who was Prime Minister after his mother's assassination, was cremated here.

Amar Jyoti, The eternal flame was lit after the 1971 Indo-Pak war under the arch of India Gate. Homage is paid by the Prime Minister to the  "unknown soldier" before the annual Republic Day march past.

Delhi Golf Club
- Two courses of 9 and 18 holes
- Open all days 0500 - 1900 hrs
- Green Fee for foreigner : USD 35 (weekdays) and USD 40 (weekends)
- Prior booking required

Noida Golf Club
- 18 hole course
- Open all days 0500 - 1900 hrs
- Green Fee for foreigner : USD 20 (weekdays) and USD 30 (weekends)
- Kits are supplied
- Closed on Mondays

ITC Classic Golf Resort
- Par 72 Jack Nicklaus Course
- Green Fee for foreigner : USD 35 (weekdays) and USD 70 (weekends)

DLF Golf Club
- 18 hole course
- Open all days 0700 - 1600 hrs
- Green Fee for foreigner : USD 15 (weekdays) and USD 25 (weekends)
- Kits are supplied
- Closed on Tuesdays

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