Travelers love India for its long history, interesting
traditions and original cuisine. Here you are always welcome. But which city of
India should you choose to visit? Coming to this country, you should definitely
visit the city of Delhi .
And there are few reasons for this.
1. Lal Qila or the Red Fort
Apparently during the
construction of this large-scale architectural complex, which began in 1639,
its creators were guided by the goal of creating a miniature paradise on earth.
We must pay tribute to them - they did it. This is confirmed by the words of
the famous Persian poet Amir Khosrov, carved in the arched opening of one of
the halls: “If there is a heaven in the world, then it is here, it is here”.
The fortress and numerous living quarters of the Red Fort are the best example
of Mughal architecture, which combines traditional Hindu, Persian and Timurid
elements. Interestingly, it is from the Red Fort on Indian Independence Day
that the Prime Minister speaks his traditional speech.
2. Purana Kila or Old
Fort
Another masterpiece fort of the 16th century, on the site of which,
according to the testimony of the ancient epos "Mahabharata", was
located the progenitor of modern Delhi - the city of Indraprasth. Three gates
leading to the fortress, the ancient mosque of Kila-i-Kukhna, the lake at the
foot of the fort wall, are worth visiting this amazing place for all this. In
addition, you can enjoy a theatrical production that tells the story of the
capital of India, which is held daily after sunset.
One of the largest and most ancient
forts in Delhi, the length of which is six and a half kilometers, will surely
appeal to all lovers of antiquities and archeology. Tuglakabad fortress is
surrounded by legends and secrets. One of the most interesting stories is that
the construction of the city was begun in 1321 by the founder of the Tuglakid
dynasty - Malik Gazi. Every single inhabitant of Delhi was attracted to the
construction of the fortress, and therefore the construction of a Sufi pond was
suspended. For this, the Sufi preacher Nizamuddin Auliya cursed the sultan,
saying: "The fort will remain empty." Three years later, in 1324, the
sultan was killed in a campaign by his own son, and the fort was abandoned a
few years later. So the prophecy of the famous Sufi came true.
4. Jantar Mantar
One of the five observatories built in
India in the early 18th century. Currently it is restored and open to visitors.
Here you can see with your own eyes the 13 instruments that were used to
compile astronomical tables in India, predict time and establish the trajectory
of the Sun, Moon and planets.
5. Qutub Minar
The largest archaeological monument of
Indo-Islamic architecture, which includes: Qutub Minar - the tallest brick
minaret in the world; the unfinished minaret of Ala-i-Minar; the ruined mosque
Kuvvat-ul-Islam - the first mosque built in Delhi after the Islamic conquest in
1190; the gates of Ala-i-Darvaz; the mysterious Kutubov column of pure iron,
which for 1600 years of existence was practically not subjected to corrosion;
the tomb of the Sufi saint Imam Zamin.
6. Safdarjung Tomb
Mausoleum of the Prime Minister of
one of the Mughal emperors Safdarjung, built in 1754. Its facade is decorated with
sophisticated and exquisite "oriental" patterns. At the moment, it
receives visitors and will delight every guest not only with architectural
delights, but also with a large-scale Mughal garden.
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7. Rajpath and India Gate
The majestic avenue in New Delhi, connecting the Presidential
Palace Vijay-Chovk Square, India Gate and Dhyan Chand National Stadium. In
1931, in the center of the avenue, a majestic “India Gate” memorial was erected
in honor of soldiers killed in the Afghan wars and the First World War. Next to
them is the eternal flame and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. It is not only
an architectural monument, but also a good place for walks, because it is
surrounded by numerous park areas, lawns and benches.
8. Humayun Tomb
The tomb of one of the
Mughal Padishahs, built on the initiative of his widow in 1570. Currently
included in the UNESCO World Heritage List and is open to visitors and
tourists. The tomb is surrounded by a beautiful garden and a park area.
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