POPULATION('000s in 1991): 9,421
AREA('000 sq. km): 1.5
LANGUAGES: Hindi, English & other regional languages
OLD DELHI SIGHT SEEINGS
Red Fort: A huge fort that contains within it some very beautiful palaces and handsome public buildings, such as the Diwan-i-Am (hall of public audience), Diwan-i-Khas(hall for private audiences), Rang Mahal (water-cooled apartment of royal ladier), the Pearl Mosque, built of white marble and the Lahore Gate-the main gate of the fort. Also the site of a son-et-lumiere programme is held here at evenings. There is a small museum on the fort's premises, and a small shopping arcade.
Sound & Light Show:It is held the year round, except during the monsoons(August).
| Hindi | English | |
| September to October | 1900-2000 hrs | 2030-2130 hrs |
| November to January | 1800-1900 hrs | 1930-2030 hrs |
| February to April | 1900-2000 hrs | 2030-2130 hrs |
Jama Masjid: It is situated in Old Delhi, an architectural extravaganza of Shah Jahan. One of the largest mosque, a handsome structure that is still a house of worship for devout Muslims.
Raj Ghat & Shanti Vana:Modern Indian memorials have been raised to independent India's leaders, by the banks or river Yamuna; that of Mahatma Gandhi is Raj Ghat and of Nehru is Shanti Vana.
NEW DELHI SIGHT SEEING:
Purana
Qila:This historic Purana Qila, which has stood witness to Delhi's
rejuvenation, periods of anarchy, and the rise and fall of empires, is the
venue for the spectacular sound and light show which brings alive the
history of the capital. Amidst the tranquillity of the splendidly panoramic
environs of Purana Qila select episodes from the annals of Delhi's historic
and legendary past are brought to life. The viewer is transported centuries
back in time to witness Draupadi being reduced to a dasi of Hastinapur, the
gallant Prithviraj Chauhan gallooping away with the beauteous Samyogita,
Sher Shah Suri being blown to bits by misfired cannon, the clash of a sword
weilded by the legendary Razia Sultan, Humanyun tragically tumbling down the
steps of his library, Bahadur Shah Zafar surrendering to the British.India Gate:
At the centre of the city is India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers who were martyred during the Afghan war. Directly opposite and Rashtrapati Bhawan, once the imperial residence of the British viceroys, and now the offical residence of the president of the Indian replublic.
Qutab Minar:
A sandstone forerunner of the TajMahal that was built by his greiving window. Also situated nearby are the otmbs of Hazrat Nizammuddin Aulia Chisti, Jahanara and the famous urdu poet Mirza Chalib. The Qutab Minar is an 11th centuary victory tower that rises to a height of 73m. Also situated in the complex is the iron pillar of Ashoka, which has not rusted over the years.
Humayun's Tomb:
A sandstone forerunner of the Taj Mahal that was built by his grieving widow.
Lotus Temple:
A place of faith that all visitors must see is the Baha'i Lotus Temple, a beautiful marble temple in the form of a blossoming lotus, surrounded by acres of beautiful gardens.
Birla Mandir:
It is a hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
ACCESS:
As a major entry point for India many major international flights go through New Delhi. It is also extensively connected by air, road and rail with the rest of the country.
TEMPERATURE:
| Season | Max. | Min |
| Summer | 38 | 29 |
| Winter | 14 | 9 |
CLOTHING:
Summer: Cottons in Summer
Winter: Light woollens in winter
