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Introduction 
New Delhi, the capital of
India and the third-largest city, consists of two parts: Old Delhi
and New Delhi. Old Delhi is centered on the Red Fort built by
Emperor Shah Jehan between 1636 & 1658. It is more congested
having narrow and bustling streets. Delhi has many fine museums. Its
boutiques and shopping arcades offer access to a wealth of
traditional and contemporary crafts, from all over the country.
Besides the Historical and Religious monuments , Delhi also has some
spectacular gardens and parks - Lodhi Garden, Rose Garden, Nehru
Park, Mughal Garden to name a few.
History
The capital of India has been a center of power almost continuously since the
13th century. Its history goes a long way off to the time of the Mahabharata as
Indraprastha, the capital of the Pandavas. Among the other dynasties that laid
claim to Delhi were the Tornor Rajputs and the Chauhan Rajputs. Between 12th to
17th centuries period, some of the most outstanding monuments were built
which stand as past glory of the Afghan and Mughal architecture. During the
British rule for about 200 years, when the country came under a unified control,
Calcutta became the capital but only to move back to Delhi in 1911. Since then
Delhi has retained its position as the seat of governance. For tourists, Delhi
offers a meaningful introduction to a country as vast and culturally rich.
Festival
There are many festivals which are celebrated in Delhi few of them are :- International
Mango Festival :-
Held during July , it draws people from the country as well as
businessmen, both from home and abroad. Lohri
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In this festival, the climax of winter is celebrated with bonfires
and singing. Traditionally, Lohri marks the end of winter. Baisakhi
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The Hindu New Year is celebrated on Baisakhi in mid-April. It is
also known as the beginning of the harvest season. Guru
Purab :-
Guru Purab is the celebration of the birth of first of the ten
Sikh gurus, Guru Nanak. 'Nagar Kirtans' are taken out through the
streets and in the Gurdwaras, 'Granthees' recite verses from the
Guru Granth Sahib, the holy book of Sikhs.
Best Season
For Sightseeing, the best season to
visit Delhi is between October to March.
Travel
Links of New Delhi
www.indiatravelinfo.com/delhi2/index.htm
www.travel-delhi.com
www.delhitourism.com
www.delhihotels.net
www.delhihotelsinfo.com
www.delhi-hoteldirectory.com
www.delhi-hotelinfo.com
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