| As the second largest metropolis in India, Delhi has a | | | | three century-old shopping district that's popular for |
| vast amount to explore. From its rich history and | | | | its jewellery and saris, is not to be missed. |
| culture to truly thrilling seasonal attractions, anyone | | | | A glance in any direction in the city of Delhi will reveal |
| who visits Delhi is sure to come away with an | | | | some aspect of the city's vast culture and history. |
| experience unlike any other. | | | | Aside from the countless monuments strewn about |
| For instance, Delhi hosts a number of spectacular | | | | the city (175 alone are national heritage sites while |
| celebrations and National events throughout the year. | | | | another two are World Heritage Sites), the city holds |
| Republic Day (26 January) has a large cultural and | | | | legacies of its rich Mughal past among the old city's |
| military parade, while Independence Day - held on | | | | narrow lanes and crowded markets. |
| August 15th - invites everyone to celebrate by flying | | | | Some of Delhi's top architectural attractions include |
| kites - a symbol of freedom. The Qutub is another | | | | the Purana Qila fortress, Red Fort, the India Gate and |
| cultural event which is held every September and | | | | the modern Bahá'à Lotus Temple. One of |
| sees performances by musicians and dancers from | | | | Delhi's most spectacular sites is undoubtedly the Jama |
| across India. The Spring Festival and International | | | | Masjid - the great mosque of 'Old' Delhi. Built in 1644, |
| Mango Festival attract countless tourists and nationals | | | | Jama Masjid was one of the last architectural |
| each year. So, if you plan your visit to Delhi to | | | | indulgences commissioned by Shah Jahan - the Mughal |
| coincide with these times of year, you'll have the | | | | emperor, who also built the Taj Mahal and the Red |
| added pleasure of partaking in the country's most | | | | Fort. And with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 |
| celebrated events. | | | | worshippers, Jama Masjid is renowned as the largest |
| Holidaying in Delhi wouldn't be complete without a | | | | mosque in India. |
| taste of the region's fantastic cuisine. Local delicacies | | | | If you're planning a trip to Delhi to experience the |
| include Chaat and Dahi-Papri, available in restaurants | | | | Jama Masjid - among countless other splendours - it's |
| and through street vendors alike but due to Delhi's | | | | best to book your flights well in advance to get the |
| cosmopolitan population, cuisines from every part of | | | | best deals; particularly if you're planning to travel |
| India can be found in the city. | | | | during the spring or autumn months. You'll find a |
| Delhi is also a shopper's paradise. The markets of Old | | | | number of airlines which offer direct flights to Delhi |
| Delhi hold an eclectic range of products - from foods | | | | from London - so getting there is easy. So, don't |
| and spices to jewellery and textiles. Visitors can also | | | | miss out on one of the most exciting, beautiful and |
| find arts and crafts unique to Delhi's distinctive style, | | | | historic cities in India - visit Delhi on your next holiday! |
| including Zardozi (embroidery with gold thread) or | | | | Adam Singleton is an online, freelance journalist and |
| Meenakari (enamelled art). And if you're after the | | | | keen amateur photographer. His portfolio, called |
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