Delhi

The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary.

The place of the three Delhi durbars. Durbar (दरबार darbār), literally meaning "court", is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India.

After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British.

near Hazrat Nizamuddin station

is one of Delhi's three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. - The tomb is in large, immaculately maintained gardens in the Persian Char Bagh (four corners) style that were thoroughly renovated in 2003 with the Aga Khan's help and are probably the…

Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate.

Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from Fatehpur Sikri.

An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.

The most famous structure on the grounds is the Minar itself. At 73m tall, it is the second tallest minar in India (after Fateh Burj in Mohali), and was the tallest "skyscraper" in the world when built (1193-1368).

The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the…

India's fourth largest stadium, often called just "Nehru Stadium". Mainly used for athletics and football games but also for concerts. It's the home stadium for the Indian football team.

Outer Ring Rd

It includes a children's park, an amphitheatre and a food court. The park was constructed in 2004 by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA).

Block A, Ganga Vihar, Sarai Kale Khan

Opened in 2019, this theme park has replicas of some of the world's wonders including the Colosseum, Taj Mahal, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Great Pyramid of Giza, Eiffel Tower, Christ the Redeemer Statue and the Statue of Liberty.

Saket Metro Station

Partly built over a rocky terrain, the garden has various theme areas, including a section on the lines of Mughal Gardens, plus pools of water lilies, bamboo courts, herb gardens and a solar energy park.

The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League.

J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden

Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like bhangra and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba.

1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town

This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924.

opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort

Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are…

B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri

Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors.

near Jwala Heri Market

If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much.

near Green Park and Aurobindo Place in South Delhi

Popular among tourists, expats and locals. Continental menu featuring a variety of pastas and panini sauce. Kitchen open 11AM-11PM daily. Also Spanish, Moroccan and American styles, plus desserts and drinks.

1, CBD Maharaj Surajmal Rd

The Convention Centre is spread over 70,000 sq. feet and comprises one pillarless hall that can accommodate roughly 3,000 guests in theatre style and offers 13 break-out rooms and several outdoor options.

I - 9 Maharani Bagh, adjoining Friends Colony

House with a cosy family atmosphere. Free wifi, tea & coffee making tray in room, DVD player with bollywood and hollywood movies, games, children movies. LCD satellite TV, refrigerator.

Main Bazaar· Moderate

Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can.

about a 10-min walk from the railway station

Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby/hr. Very friendly staff.

Behind Dolma House restaurant

A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality.

Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema

Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change.