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Top 5 Things to Do When in Delhi, India

Top 5 Things to Do When in Delhi, India

Delhi, The Capital Of India - Home to over 25 million people, Delhi is a bustling metropolis that seamlessly mixes old and new, historical relics in the midst of a cosmopolitan landscape, and medieval fortifications along with mega shopping centers.Delhi is both overwhelming and underwhelming, but give yourself time to immerse in its culture, life, and spirit, and you will surely fall in love with it. What is even more exciting is that it has hidden treasures in its lesser-known corners.So make

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Republic Day Celebrations in New Delhi, India

Republic Day Celebrations in New Delhi, India

Republic Day CelebrationsRepublic Day celebrations in India happens on January 26 every year. This day marks adoption of India's constitution on January 26, 1950, after independence from British rule on August 15, 1947. Naturally this day makes it an occasion that's close to the hearts of all Indians. 26th January is a national holiday in India too. Republic Day CelebrationRepublic day celebrations take place everywhere from schools, colleges, universities, offices and in all state cap

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See all UNESCO World Heritage sites in Delhi

See all UNESCO World Heritage sites in Delhi

Delhi, Capital of India is not only a gateway to India's top cities and states like Agra, Rajasthan, Kashmir Valley , Himachal Pradesh, Banaras, Khajuraho, Buddhist circuit or even Nepal and Bhutan.Delhi's own Importance lies in it's past glory as the seat of Mughal empire , city's magnificent monuments, and in the rich and diverse cultures. Delhi alone has 174 Monuments recognised by ASI as monuments of National Importance, let see UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Delhi in this post. Top 10 Delhi

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Top 10 Delhi attractions and places to visit

Top 10 Delhi attractions and places to visit

 These Top 10 Delhi attractions are the city’s most recognisable monuments or attractions. You cannot overlook them on your visit to India and it's capital Delhi.Did we miss out your favourite Delhi Attraction ? let us know on our FaceBook,  Google+ or in the comments box below1. Jama Masjid, DelhiJama Masjid, Old Delhi, originally named as Masjid Jahan Numa, was built by the Fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan ( 1650 – 1656 AD). Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan himself laid Jama Masjid’s foundation s

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In Pictures : Jama Masjid, Delhi

In Pictures : Jama Masjid, Delhi

Jama Masjid, DelhiJama Masjid, Old Delhi, originally named as Masjid Jahan Numa, was built by the Fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan ( 1650 - 1656 AD). ( In Pictures : Taj Mahal, Agra ) Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan himself laid Jama Masjid's foundation stone on a Friday of October 1650 AD. With the construction beginning immediately and completing in 1656 AD.Jama Masjid, Delhi was the result of the efforts of over 6,000 workers, for six years (1650–1656 AD). The cost of the construction in those

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