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Red Fort
(7.43 km) (show on map)
Type: A large fortress.
Otherwise known as Lal Qil'ah, the Red Fort is a large castle constructed in 1639. Surrounded by moats, at one time it served as the palatial residence of emperors.
The Red Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built ...
– travelfreak (Apr 22, 2009)boo rating 100%
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The Qutb Minar
Vasant Kunj (8.53 km) (show on map)
Type: A monument.
An impressive structure, the Qutb Minar is the largest brick minaret in the world. Building commenced in 1193 and the structure took almost 200 years to complete.
The world's tallest brick minaret, Qutab Minar was b...
– travelfreak (Apr 22, 2009)boo rating 100%
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Lotus Temple
(7.79 km) (show on map)
Type: An important temple.
As the name suggests, the Lotus Temple resembles a lotus flower. It's open to people from all religions.
If you love magnificent architectural structures, th...
– travelfreak (Apr 22, 2009)boo rating 100%
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Metro
Located around the city (5.66 km) (show on map)
Type: Transportation by train around the city.
Quick and cheap transportation from place to place throughout the city.
The Delhi Metro system is very efficient and very af...
– assemba (Jul 7, 2009)The metro service in Delhi is really good. The train...
– paraswadehra (Jun 4, 2008)boo rating 90%
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India Gate
India Gate C-Hexagon (3.20 km) (show on map)
Type: A large war memorial.
Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, this important war memorial is one of the biggest in India. It commemorates members of the British Indian Army who died in various wars.
A must visit for all visiting New Delhi, India Gate ...
– assemba (Jul 7, 2009)One of the largest war memorials in India, this magn...
– travelfreak (Apr 22, 2009)boo rating 90%
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Jantar Mantar
Connaught Place (3.42 km) (show on map)
Type: A landmark attraction.
Built from 1724 onwards, this observatory consists of four different large astronomy instruments.
Jantar Mantar is a must see for all. Truly a feast f...
– assemba (Jul 7, 2009)Built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur, during the...
– travelfreak (Apr 22, 2009)boo rating 90%
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National Rail Museum
Shanti Path, Chanakyapuri, Chanakyapuri (2.47 km) (show on map)
Type: A museum.
Here you'll find lots of different trains on display, including various vintage models. There's also a small train that kids can ride around the museum.
A must for all, especially if you are visiting with ...
– assemba (Jul 14, 2009)Situated in Chanakayapuri, South Delhi, the National...
– travelfreak (Apr 22, 2009)boo rating 80%
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Humayun Tomb
Lodi Rd and Mathura Rd, Nizamuddin (5.01 km) (show on map)
Type: An important tomb.
Along with the main tomb belonging to the Emperor Humayun, this complex of buildings also includes a number of other tombs as well as an impressive Persian-style garden.
The tomb of Humayun was built by the orders of Hamid...
– travelfreak (Apr 22, 2009)boo rating 80%
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The Crafts Museum
Bhairon Rd., Pragati Maidan (4.41 km) (show on map)
Type: A craft and antique museum.
This museum will give you a great insight into the crafts of Indian culture and what to look out for when you are shopping for them. It houses up to 20,000 artefacts in five different galleries.
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The National Museum
Janpath (2.32 km) (show on map)
Type: A museum.
This museum boasts 150,000 pieces covering up to 5 millennia. Some features include the 12th-century statue of the cosmic dance of Lord Shiva and a collection of minature paintings.
