Being the capital of India, Delhi is one of the most colorful state and historically it has lots of places to discover.
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Here are some of the places you can visit in Delhi, that to be budget. So enjoy the Dili Darshan !
1. Qutub Minar
This is the UNESCO world heritage . Qutb Minar is a 73-metre (239.5 feet) tall tapering tower of five stories, with a 14.3 metres (47 feet) base diameter, reducing to 2.7 metres (9 feet) at the top of the peak.It contains a spiral staircase of 379 steps. Qutubuddin Aibak, founder of the Delhi Sultanate, started construction of the Qutb Minar's first storey around 1199 and was completed by his son-in-law Iltutmish.
Where : Qutub Minar - Mehrauli, Near Qutub Minar Metro Station
Ticket : The entry ticket for Indian visitors is INR 35 and for foreign visitors is INR 550.
2. The Garden Of Five Senses
The Garden of Five Senses is not just a park, it is a space with a variety of activities, inviting public interaction and exploration. The project, developed by Delhi Tourism Transportation Development Corporation, was conceptualized to answer to the city's need for leisure space for the public, for people to socialize and unwind. Such spaces add atmosphere and life to a city and cater to all sections of the society.!
Where :The Garden Of Five Senses - Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Near Saket Station
Ticket :35 per person for adults, 15 per child for children (upto 12 yrs), 15 per person for senior citizens, 0 free entry for Handicapped
3. Safdarjung Tomb
Safdarjung's Tomb is a sandstone and marble mausoleum in Delhi, India. It was built in 1754 in the late Mughal Empire style for Nawab Safdarjung. The monument has an ambience of spaciousness and an imposing presence with its domed and arched red brown and white coloured structures.
Where :Sardarjung Tomb - Airforce Golf Course, Delhi Race Club, Near Jor Bagh Station
Ticket :5 per person Indian, 100 per person Foreigners, 25 video camera
Timing :All days of the week 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
4. Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India.It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1650 and 1656
Where :Jama Masjid - Meena Bazaar, Chandni Chowk, Near Chawari Bazaar Station,/ Jama Masjid metro sation
Ticket :No entry fee ,Rs 200 for Photograph
Timing: All days of the week 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1:30 PM - 6:30 PM
5. Lodhi Garden
Lodi Gardens or Lodhi Gardens is a city park situated in New Delhi, India. Spread over 90 acres (360,000 m2),it contains, Mohammed Shah's Tomb, Tomb of Sikandar Lodi, Shisha Gumbad and Bara Gumbad,architectural works of the 15th century by Lodis - who ruled parts of northern India and Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of modern-day Pakistan, from 1451 to 1526. The site is now protected by the Archaeological Survey of India
Where :Lodhi Garden - Lodhi Road, Lodhi Estate, Near Jor Bagh Station
Ticket:Entry and photography is free.
Timing: All days of the week 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
6. India Gate
The India Gate (originally the All India War Memorial) is a war memorial located astride the Rajpath. The monument commemorates the 90,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army who lost their lives in World War I and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. Originally called All India War Memorial, this is undoubtedly one of the most prominent landmarks in the capital city. The structure is made of red and slightly pale sandstone and granite adding a level of magnificence to the structure.
Where :India Gate - Rajpath, Near Central Secretarial Station
Ticket: Free
Timing : Monday to Sunday 7:00 am - 11:59 pm
7. Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia Dargah
People all over the city visit Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia Dargah to find solace and escape from the fast moving life of the capital. It’s an iconic shrine dedicated to the famous saint Nizamuddin Aulia. Qawwalis are organised daily, but the ones on Thursdays and Sundays have a special touch to them, which, believe us, you don’t wanna miss!
Where :Nizamuddin Dargah - Boali Gate Road, Opposite The Lodhi, Near Nizamuddin Station
Time : 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Ticket: Free
Ticket: Free
8. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib (About this soundlisten) is one of the most prominent Sikh gurdwara, or Sikh house of worship, in Delhi, India and known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan, as well as the pool inside its complex, known as the "Sarovar." It was first built as a small shrine by Sikh General Sardar Bhagel Singh Dhaliwal in 1783, who supervised the construction of nine Sikh shrines in Delhi in the same year, during the reign of Mughal Emperor, Shah Alam II.
Where :Gurudwara Bangla Sahib - Hanuman Road Area, CP, Near Rajeev chowk Station
Ticket: Free
Ticket: Free
9 Humayun’s Tomb
Located in New Delhi’s Nizamuddin East neighbourhood, Haji Begum not only chose the Persian architects who built the monument, but also the location. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Humayun’s Tomb lies on the banks of the Yamuna, in proximity to the dargah of popular Sufi saint Nizamuddin Auliya.
Where | Humanyun’s Tomb - Mathura Road Opposite Dargah, Nizamuddin, Near JLN Stadium
Timings: Sunrise to sunset
Entry Fee: 40 (Indians), 600 (foreigners)
10. Dilli Haat
End your Dilli Darshan with a shopping spree at Dilli Haat. This hub right outside the INA metro station is a mesmerising coalescence of various cultures of India. It’s designed to give you a feel of an authentic marketplace. They have something for everyone, be it shops for wrought iron figurines, cane furniture, antique finds, pickles and jams, bangles or a custom jewellery piece, all this and so much more. To calm your hunger pangs while you shop, taste the multitudes of scrumptious dishes available at the food court here!
Where | Dilli Haat - Near INA Station
Timing : 10:30 am – 10:00 pm
Ticket :30 per person for Adults,20 per person for Children,100 per person for Foreign Tourists
11. The Red Fort
The Red Fort, also known as Lala Qila, is one of the most iconic monuments of Delhi. It’s named so due to the red coloured sandstone used in its construction. This gem is enclosed with a complex comprising palaces, entertainment halls, baths and indoor canals, projecting balconies, geometrical gardens and ornate mosque as well. This one needs to be a part of your next Sunday outing!
Where:Red Fort - Netaji Subhash Marg, Chandni Chowk, Near Chandni Chowk Station
Timing :9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Ticket:35 per person for Indians 500 per person for Foreign Tourists
Enjoy the culture and heritage of the city at these place on a budget!
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