New Delhi Things To Do, Tours, Tickets & Activities

Qutub Minar is one of the most famous Indo-Islamic heritage that also become the tallest minaret tower in India. The 70-metres tower consists of 5-stories, each story is ornated with jaw-dropping intricate carvings and inscriptions from Holy Koran. Sadly you are not allowed to enter, let alone climbing up to the top, however the scenic view of Qutub Minar and its surroundings are breathtakingly beautiful. Aside from Qutub Minar minaret, you will also find other intriguing historic monuments such as Quwwat-ul-Islam-Masjid, a mosque located right at the base of the minaret tower, the tombs of influential muslim rulers ever governed the nation namely Altamish, Alauddin Khalji, and Imam Zamin. There are also thousand years old gateway and Alai Minar, a 2000-years-old Iron Pillar.

At first glance, India Gate holds strikingly resemblance with Arc de Triomphe de I'Etoile monument in France. The design is not only where the resemblance stops. The 42-metres tall monument was erected in 1931 to honor 90.000 fallen Indian soldiers whom have lost their lives during World War I against British army. Right below the monument 's arch is a red stone base with a shallow domed bowl on top of it. During important occasions, flame will ignites on the bowl symbolize an undying passion of the deceased heroes to protect their beloved nation. There's a parkland nearby greatly known as a perfect place to chill or enjoying a picnic day. Wait until the night falls to see the grand monument bathes in light along with the park's fountain.

The Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosque in India and also one of the most famous ancient sites in India. The mosque's architecture is dominated with red sandstone and white marble with vertical lines decorating each pillars, featuring three gateways all leading to the main worship main deck, and two 40-metres tall minarets. You can climb to the top of the southern minaret and be rewarded with breathtaking sight of Old Delhi from above. You are also free to take some pictures, but be respectful to the praying pilgrims by not taking their pictures using flash and avoid loud chattering.

Even from the distance, the Lotus Temple has a distinctive and eye-catching lotus dome architecture. All parts of the building are made of white concrete marble giving it it's elegance and sturdy look. The Lotus Temple is a great place for you who only want to chill or just escape from the hustling of New Delhi city. Enter the building and meditate in complete silence, or you can have a nice refreshing walk at the manicured and tranquil garden complete with ponds surrounding the sanctuary. Best time to come is during the night when the whole building is lit up with lights,

Just like how Shah Jahan built Taj Mahal for his beloved deceased wife Mumtaz Mahal, Humayun's Tomb was built by Haji Begum in the mid-16th Century to honor Humayun's senior widow. Marvel at the mausoleum's grand architecture consists of white marble and red sand-stone surrounded with a serene garden and a large fountain pond right in front of the building. Humayun's Tomb complex is also a resting place for Humayun's barber and Isa Khan, the architect of that well-known Taj Mahal. The Humayun's Tomb is most beautiful during sunset and at night when the whole place is bathes in light.