5 Places that will make you fall in love with the capital city

The capital city is full of historical places, elegant monuments, and old-worldly bazaars worth visiting. Keeping a day aside to explore these monuments and other buildings in old and new Delhi is, therefore, a given. Here are 5 places in the vicinity of the top hotels in Delhi guaranteed to make you fall in love with the capital city:

India Gate
Amongst the most famous places in Delhi, India Gate is a war memorial frequented by tourists, both international and local. This well-known heritage site pays homage to the soldiers who lost their lives in the First World War. There are parks and gardens surrounding the India gate where you can go to for a morning walk or an evening stroll. You can also take out a picnic and spend your evenings in these gardens with your loved ones.

Hauz Khas
Located in South Delhi, Hauz Khas is a beautiful place known for its historical significance. The yesteryear structure attracts a lot of tourists from across the globe. Dating back to the 13th century, it gives you a glimpse of the medieval past. Hauz Khas has a number of shops that sell handicraft items that you can take back as souvenirs.

Connaught Place
Connaught Place is the largest market in the city from the point of view of business and finance. Located within easy reach of the best hotels in Delhi, the place has a number of shops, markets, restaurants, and hotels inside. Choose from local products to high-end brands from hole-in-the-wall shops to luxury boutiques. The place has a happening culture and a pleasant ambience. There is also a park where you can relax after the shopping spree.

Qutub Minar
Qutub Minar is a 73m high tower of victory that was built by Qutb al-Din Aibak in 1193. It is one of the finest monuments in Delhi with five storeys and a diameter that tapers from 15m at the base to 2.5m at the top. The first three storeys are made up of red sandstone, while the last two are made up of marble and sandstone. The tower also has a spiral staircase of 379 steps. The architecture of the tower is believed to be inspired by the 62-metre all-brick Minaret of Jam in Afghanistan. At the foot of Qutub Minar is the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, which was the first mosque built in India.

Chandni Chowk
Chandni Chowk is one of the oldest and well-known market areas of Old Delhi. It is the largest wholesale market in the city. The market was built in the 17th century by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his daughter Jahanara. This densely populated market is the perfect place to shop for everything- from home decor items to clothing and accessories. The market has something for everyone.

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