Delhi - The
capital of India
Delhi
has been witness to almost three thousand years of history.
Among the various places of historical significance worth
visiting is the famous Qutub Minar, the 73 meter tall minaret
built by Qutub-ud-dinaibek in 1199; the 16th century Humayun’s
Tomb, a memorial to the Mughal emperor; the majestic 42 meter
high arch of the India Gate, a war memorial in honor of the
Indian soldiers who died during the First World War; the observatory,
Jantar Mantar built in 1724; the Jama Masjid, South Asia’s
largest mosque; the splendors of Chandni Chowk and Old Delhi.
Delhi is a shopper’s paradise.
Most
states of India maintain marketing outlets in Delhi for their
handicrafts. Dilli Haat, the first ever permanent fair for
crafts, food and cultural activities in India, is one of the
main attractions to those looking for handicrafts and wishing
to sample the cuisines of various Indian states. Also on Baba
Kharak Singh Marg, just off Connaught Place, are located the
various Indian state emporia.
The best time to visit Delhi is the winter
season, starting from November t March. Summer is very hot
with the mercury touching mid 40 degrees.
Delhi and the surrounding area of National
Capital Region ( NCR , comprising Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad
and Faridabad ) is the true golfing capital of India. The
sheer variety of courses in Delhi is fascinating.
Golf
courses in Delhi and the NCR region:
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