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Best of Delhi

  • Writer: Erin
    Erin
  • May 10, 2020
  • 2 min read

Updated: Jul 29

India is a vast country with beautiful landscapes, extraordinary architecture, and friendly locals. When planning a trip to India, it can be hard to pinpoint the best place to visit. However, the best part about India is everywhere you pick will have something for everyone.


A wide-angle, low-angle view of the Astronomical Observatory Jantar Mantar in Delhi, India, showing its large, immovable brick instruments against a clear blue sky. In the center, a towering, cylindrical structure rises, casting a shadow. It is surrounded by a semi-circular arrangement of red and white striped walls with arched openings, which contain inclined ramps and large, curved scales. The unique architectural forms create a sense of vastness and precision.
Astronomical Observatory at Jantar Mantar

Jantar Mantar

A unique attraction to visit is Jantar Mantar in Delhi. This building is home to architectural astronomy instruments. Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur built the building. Singh is noted to have had revised the calendar as we know it today. The observatory's primary purpose was to compile astronomical tables and predict the times and movements of the sun, moon, and planets. Today we consider all of these sciences to be an essential part of astronomy.

A serene view of the Muhammad Shah Sayyid Tomb at Lodhi Garden in Delhi, India. A stone pathway leads through a manicured garden towards the large, domed tomb, which is characterized by multiple arches and intricate stone carvings. Tall, slender palm trees frame the pathway on both sides, and the background shows more greenery under a clear sky, suggesting either dawn or dusk.
Muhammad Shah Sayyid Tomb at Lodhi Garden

Lodhi Garden

Another great attraction to enjoy is Lodhi Garden. This garden is a city park in New Dehli that spreads over 90 acres. It contains Mohammed Shah's Tomb, Tomb of Sikandar Lodi, Shisha Gumbad, and Bara Gumbad. Inside the park is some of the architectural works of the 15th century by Lodis, who ruled parts of northern India and Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province until 1526.


A vibrant and densely packed display of colorful, embroidered purses and bags, likely for sale at Dilli Haat INA. The bags feature intricate patterns, some with paisley designs and small pom-poms. They are made from various textiles and are hanging, creating a lively visual array of textures and colors, including shades of purple, orange, blue, and cream. A blue tarp is visible in the background.
Purses at Dilli Haat INA

Dilli Haat INA

Lastly, take the time to visit Dilli Haat INA. Dilli Haat INA is an open-air market that offers tourists local spices, furniture, and tapestries. It is a permeant market, but the vendors change regularly. Dilli Haat INA also offers shows, an exhibition hall, and handicrafts. This place has something for everyone.


If you are not sure where to go but want to experience the rich history, beautiful sites, and incredible culture India is the place to do. There is something for everyone to enjoy and a souvenir for everyone to bring home. It is truly an ideal travel spot. Schedule a consultation today to start planning your visit to this amazing city.

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