New Delhi Trip Overview
Delhi is an ancient city with a rich cultural heritage going back a few thousand years. This city has seen many ups and downs over the years and its fortunes have mirrored those of India. To experience Delhi’s cultural heritage in a day, we visit Qutub Minar the iconic structure built in the 12th century, the famed Iron Pillar of Mehrauli which was forged 1600 years back, Bangla Sahib, the magnificent Sikh Gurdwara and Akshardham, the world’s largest comprehensive Hindu temple.
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Duration: 8 to 9 hours
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi, India
Delhi is an ancient city with a rich cultural heritage going back a few thousand years. This city has seen many ups and downs over the years and its fortunes have mirrored those of India. To experience Delhi’s cultural heritage in a day, we visit Qutub Minar the iconic structure built in the 12th century, the famed Iron Pillar of Mehrauli which was forged 1600 years back, Bangla Sahib, the magnificent Sikh Gurdwara and Akshardham, the world’s largest comprehensive Hindu temple.
Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
Get start from the Hotel or Airport at 09:30 AM pick up by AC Car , Qutub Minar Our first destintion is The Qutub Minar, a remarkable structure. Inspired by the Minaret of Jam in present day Afghanistan, Qutub-ud-din Aibak built the Qutub Minar to celebrate his King, Mohammad Ghori’s victory over Prithviraj Chouhan. Qutub-ud-din Aibak was a Viceroy when the construction commenced in 1199. In a remarkable turn of events, during the course of the construction he became the first Emperor of the Slave dynasty. The Qutub Minar was completed by Iltutmish in 1236.The Qutub Minar has five storeys and a viewing gallery projects at each level. It was used by muezzin to call people for prayer at the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque nearby.
Iron Pillar of Mehrauli
The Iron Pillar is a mysterious phenomenon. Built 1600 years back through forge welding, this 24 feet pillar weights 6 tons and is made of 98% wrought iron. The biggest mystery about this pillar that over a Millenia it has escaped rust. There is only a tiny amount of rust despite the pillar witnessing the ravages of time. The purpose of the pillar is also a mystery with some believing it to be a flag staff for the King, while others say it was a sun dial. Some even believe it was originally in Madhya Pradesh and someone moved it to Delhi a thousand years ago!
Later Red Fort of drive pass of the Majestic Red Fort Of Delhi and you have time to explore the Fort 1.30 Minutes and then you will move towards Jama Masjid which one of largest masque in Delhi and beautiful Heritage Monument and after visiting Masque you will be proceed to Enjoy The Street Food Of Chandni Chowk there you will have your street food and enjoy the Indian Flavor . During The Food Testing you Join the 5-6 Food stall and test their recipes and you have one major Meals at any good restaurant.
Akshardham is the world’s largest comprehensive Hindu temple. This marvel of modern temple architecture has more than 20000 sculptures chiseled out of pale red sandstone. The concept of this temple was evolved, inspired and developed by Pramukh Swamiji Maharaj, the present head of Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha. Often called as the spiritual cultural centre of Delhi, Akshardham was built by 7000 volunteers and 3000 artisans.
5 PM- Drop back to hotel or Delhi Airport
Duration: 8 hours
