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Delhi, capital city of the Federal Republic of India. It is one of India's fastest growing cities. It has sprawled over the West Bank of the river Yamuna, straddling the river. The city has two distinct parts, Old Delhi & New Delhi. Delhi is the commercial hub that has many tourist attractions to offer. Visit vibrant shopping complex of Connaught Place, Delhi Haat for handicraft goods and delicious food bonanza. Pay a visit to Red Fort and Qutub Minar to view the excellence of Mughal architecture.
Best time to visit:
September to March
Major sightseeing:
Red Fort, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, Akshardam Temple, Jama Masjid, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Raj Ghat, Dilli Haat, Chandni Chowk.
Parks & Gardens:
Lodi Gardens, Nehru Park, Fun & Food Village amusement park (near Gurgaon).
Fairs & Festivals:
Throughout India: Holi, Dusshera, Diwali
Shopping:
Delhi is a veritable paradise for shoppers, who can buy objects ranging from the simplest of Indian handicrafts to international designer labels, and often within the same shopping area. Tourists find a wide choice of items- such as carpets, silks, jewellery, leather and silver ware, handicrafts and hand printed cotton
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