The Capital of India from time immemorial, Delhi has been bestowed with rich cultural heritage and aura. Its history goes back to the period when Indraprasth was created by The Pandavas on the barren land gifted to them by their cousins The Kauravas. Since then, Delhi has grown. Many an empire has been established and overthrown – the city always comes out a victor. It has seen the historic rise of the Mughals with Babur, then their decline with Bahadur Shah Zafar, and the short lived rule of Sher Shah Suri.
Delhi also became the center of the First War of Independence in 1857 and since then it has always been the heart of the country. Throughout all of Indian history, Delhi has been the center of activity all the time.
Sher Shah Suri was the mastermind behind the longest and most traveled road in India – the Grand Trunk Road – known as the lifeline of the country. It has resisted attacks by monarchs like Nadir Shah and Ahmed Shah Abdali.
The best time to venture out and experience Delhi is during the spring season, from February to April and in autumn from August to November. The bloom season of February and March makes Delhi colorful. This is the best time to visit the very famous Mughal gardens, which is part of the Rashtrapati Bhawan (President’s House). It opens in February and is a treat for the eyes. With its colorful blooms and very intricate designs carved with flowers, visiting the Mughal gardens is a popular thing to do in Delhi.
Some Tourist Places In Delhi
Qutub Minar
The origins of Qutab Minar are shrouded in controversy. Some believe it was erected as a tower of victory to signify the beginning of the Muslim rule in India. Others say it served as a minaret to the muezzins to call the faithful to prayer. No one can, however, dispute that the tower is not only one of the finest monuments in India, but also in the world.
Red Fort
So called because of the red stone with which it is built, the Red Fort is one of the most magnificent palaces in the world. India’s history is also closely linked with this fort. It was frorth here ht the British deposed the last Mughal ruler, Bhadur Shah Zafar, marking the end of the three century long Mughal rule. It was also fromits ramparts that the first prime. Minister of India, pandit Jawharlal Nehru, announced to the nation that India was free form colonial rule.Jama Masjid
Work on the Jama Masjid mosque was begun in 1650 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to complement his palace at the Red Fort. More than 5,000 workers toiled for six years to complete the largest mosque in India. Every Friday, the emperor and his retinue would travel in state from the fort to the mosque to attend the congressional prayers.
Jantar Mantar
At first sight, the Jantar Mantar appears like a gallery of modern art. It is, however, an observatory. Sawai Jia Singh II of Jaipur (1699-1743), a keen astronomer and a noble in the Mughal court, was dissatisfied by the errors of brass and metal astronomical instruments.
john lozada
Cool, the only place I could think about India is Taj Mahal but I was enlightened to know there are other great travel destinations in this exotic country.
Comment — March 5, 2008 @ 1:50 pm