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General Information
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Host City: Delhi |
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With a history going back more than 3,000 years, the capital
of India is a seamless blend of tradition and modernity, where ancient monuments
co-exist with ultramodern high-rise buildings and commercial plazas.
Delhi has a rich architectural heritage-from the 12th century Qutub Minar of the
Slave Dynasty, through the Red Fort of the Mughals, to colonial architecture of
Lutyens' Delhi and the 20th Century Ba'hai Temple, leaving the visitor with a
memorable experience.
Delhi has the country's best facilities for holding conferences, seminars and
conventions - and to support this, a wide range of hotel accommodation is
available. From budget guest-houses to the luxury of 5-star deluxe rooms, there
is something for every delegate.
For the first -time visitor to India, it will be an exposure to one of the most
diverse nations in the world, with different languages, cultures, races and
religions.
Delhi: The commercial hub has many tourist attractions to offer. Visit vibrant
shopping complex of Connaught Place, Delhi Haat for handicraft goods and
delicious food bonanza. Pay a visit to Red Fort and Qutub Minar to view the
excellence of Mughal architecture. If you are looking for spiritual peace, visit
Lotus temple, which is also famous for its marvelous architecture and heavenly
beauty. Take a stroll at Rajpath. Or pay a visit to India Gate and
Rashtrapati
Bhawan for viewing monuments made during British era.
Delhi is also an excellent base for visiting Agra, to see the Taj Mahal, and
Jaipur, to experience the colours of Rajasthan; which are both less than five
hours way.
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General Information about Delhi |
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Capital - New Delhi Area: 491 sq Kms.
Population - 9370475.
Language - Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, English is equally in the use.
Touring season - Oct, Nov, Feb and March. However, winter is severe and long
from Nov to early March.
Airports
Delhi has two airports. Indira Gandhi International Airport is 20Km away towards
city in the same area. Palam is city bound internal Terminal Airport. Between
the two shuttle coach service and taxies are in operation.
Trains
The Indian Railway with their modern and organized network connects Delhi to
major and minor destination in India. There are three important railway stations
in Delhi to all major and minor destinations in India, namely New Delhi railway
station, Old Delhi railway station and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station.
Buses
Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and Road Transport Corporations of the
neighboring States provide frequent bus services through Air Conditioned, Deluxe
and Ordinary Coaches.
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Places of Interest |
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Old Delhi
The City of Shahjahanabad was the capital of Shah Jahan but
little remains of that old city. The Old Delhi or the walled city served as the
capital for many emperors. Today, remains of the historical city are the gates
like - Kashmiri Gate, Ajmeri Gate, Turkman Gate, Delhi gate. Near Delhi Gate is
Feroz Shah Kotla, close to this is kept the Ashokan Pillar which was brought
from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq.
Chandni Chowk
One of the main markets of Delhi and Chowk was once lined with
beautiful fountains. But today the place is very crowded and congested. Chandni
Chowk is located opposite the Red Fort. On one end of Chandni Chowk is the
Fatehpuri Mosque which was erected by the wives of Shah Jahan. Opposite the old
police station or the Kotwali is the Sunheri Masjid from where Nadir Shah
ordered his troops to plunder massacre Delhi.
Red Fort
Built in Red Sand stone this imposing fort is 3 kms in perimeter with
the height of the wall varying from 18 to 30 meters at places. When the Red fort
was being built Yamuna used to flow on its one sides and there were deep moats
on the other. Today Yamuna flows almost a kilometer away from the fort and the
moats have dried up. In the evening the Delhi Tourism organises a light and
sound and light show which narrates the history of Delhi.
Qutub Minar
In 1199, Qutbuddin raised the Qutab Minar either as a victory
tower or as a minaret to the adjacent mosque. From a base of 14.32 meters it
tapers to 2.75 meters at a height of 72.5 meters. It is still the highest stone
tower in India, one of the finest stone tower in India, one of the finest
Islamic structures ever raised and Delhi's recognized landmark. It was completed
by the Sultan's successor and son-in-law, Iltutmish. The tomb of Iltutmish,
which he himself built in 1235, is nearby, Its interiors are profusely decorated
with calligraphy, though the dome has collapsed.
National Museum
Located on Janpath, National museum is one of the treasure
houses of the our glorious past. The museum has a large collection of excavated
items many of which date back to 2nd and 3rd century B.C. The museum has
separate section for the Harrapa (Indus valley civilization) collection. |
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