Delhi, the potpourri of people, religion, culture, and cuisine

Delhi is the capital of India. The city is the most significant city in the country as is the home to all of the political and judicial bodies. It is also an up market city that is replete of all aspects of modernization. Meanwhile, it is also one of the oldest cities in India with glorious history. Visit the city in next holiday and spend memorable vacation while exploring the amazing places to visit in Delhi.

The first thing that one notices about Delhi is that it is the political centre of the nation. Being the capital of the country, the city is simply the most significant city in India. However, the city is also a key player in the domain of modernization, commerce, education, finance, and healthcare. It is one of the largest and the richest cities in India. Replete of all parameters of modernization the city is a Tier-I city with all the judicial and political headquarters and bodies situated in the centre of Delhi.

Also popularly called as Dilli the city is a potpourri of people, religion, culture, cuisine, and intellect. The city is perhaps the most culturally rich city in India. Bestowed by a glorious cultural heritage which is formed by the valuable contributions made by its past rulers, emperors, and kings, the city combines its old culture with the modern, intellect culture of the 21st century, which is primarily made up of the contributions made by the city's migrating locals who came from different parts of India. The city is in true terms the compact form of India. If one is inclined towards art, culture, food, tradition, shopping and relishing the modern pleasures, visiting Delhi in the next vacation is the thing to do.

Delhi is one of the oldest and continuously inhabited cities in India. The present day Delhi houses the capitals of all North Indian empires and kingdoms which for centuries ruled the regions, and are collectively called the Delhi Sultanate. However, it is Qutb-ud-in-Aibak (the first ruler of the slave dynasty) who in particular is said to be the one to establish the Delhi Sultanate. The city and its neighborhoods were ruled several indigenous rulers, the Mughals, and ultimately the British. It is said that the city was destroyed and rebuilt seven times! During the rule of the British the city was a district province of the Punjab state. It was only in 1911 when the city became the capital of British India. Following the country's independence the city became the capital city of free India. At the meantime, the city and its neighborhoods today are marked by numerous citadels, tombs, forts, palaces, and other iconic monuments. If one likes to get a date with history, Delhi is the place to head to.

Meanwhile, Delhi has always remained at the forefront in terms of tourism. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations and has attracted tourists since decades. It is one of the tourist destinations which are best when explored and discovered. However, note that exploring the city in complete will require a lifetime. Still, the most significant places to visit in Delhi that one shouldn't miss when in the city include: India Gate, Purana Qila (Old Fort), Jantar Mantar, Raj Ghat, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Digambar Jain Temple, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, ISKCON Temple, Jama Masjid, Safdarjung Tomb, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Dilli Haat, Lal Kot, Akshardham Temple, and The National Zoological Park, etc.

Accommodation in Delhi is one attribute of the city which is always satisfactory. The city is flocked with hotels in different budget and type bracket. From being home to some of the best hotels in India to the most recommended cheap hotels, there is a large window of hotel options to choose from. Some of the popular hotels in the city include: Chengara Heritage, Airport Residency, Kanika International, The Taj Hotel, Radisson Hotel, Mosaic Hotel India, Akosha Hotel, and The Grand Hyatt Hotel, etc.

Sandeep is an experienced travel consultant, who enjoys travelling and loves to write about the destinations he has been to and shares his experience. He also writes about travel tips, world's best holiday destinations, best hotels in a destination,