From
the very classic to the most contemporary, Delhi has accepted and absorbed
various hues and shades over time. The city can be segregated into Old Delhi
and New Delhi, each of which has its own ways to charm and lure the
visitors. The city is replete with historical and modern architectural
attractions and offers a great deal to tourists. The erstwhile city of the
mythological Pandavas and the major seat of power of the medieval sultanate
and of the great Mughals, Delhi is a destination of its kind.
Climate & Best Time to Visit Delhi
Summers are hot and humid in Delhi and winters are cold. The average
temperature during summers (April, May & June) ranges between 25 degrees
and 46 degrees centigrade. November to February is the winter period. During
winters, temperature drops down to a minimum of 2 degrees. July and August
are the main monsoon months. The ideal time to visit Delhi is either from
February to April or August to September.
Major Tourism Attractions in Delhi
» Red Fort : Built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, the
Red Fort is one of those structures that defines the lavishness and the
opulence of the Mughals. The Rang Mahal, the Moti Masjid, the Diwan-e-Am and
the Diwan-e-Khaas are the major attractions inside the fort.
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Jama Masjid : Located at a distance of 500 metres west of Red Fort, the
Jama Masjid is built in red sandstone and is the chief mosque in India. The
grand structure of the mosque was erected by Shah Jahan to send across the
message of Allah to all.
» Qutab Minar : The huge stone tower epitomises the
Indo-Islamic architecture. The area surrounding the tower is known as the
Qutab Complex has a number of other attractions including the historical
remnants of 27 Hindu and Jain temples.
» Purana Quila : The Purana Quila or the Old Fort
(as it is called by the Delhites) is another piece of Mughal history in the
country. Built by the second Mughal emperor Humayun, the fort has three
gates – the Humayun Darwaza, the Talaqi Darwaza and the Bara Darwaza.
Delhi Accommodation Options
There is no dearth of hotels in Delhi whether one is looking for luxurious,
economy or government approved hotels. Hotel Taj Mahal, Hotel
Intercontinental and Hotel Maurya Sheraton are the famous five-star deluxe
hotels. Popular budget hotels include Hotel Clarks Inn, Hotel Broadway,
Hotel Sunstar Heritage etc.
Getting There
The Indira Gandhi International Airport has regular flights to all the
important destinations of India and the world. Delhi has three railheads –
the Delhi Railway Station, the Old Delhi Railway Station and the Hazrat
Nizamuddin Railway Station. The Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT) are situated
at three places – Kashmiri Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar.
Best
Golden Traingle Tour (7D) 
