India · City Guide
Delhi
Delhi is the capital of India and one of the great cities of the world, a metropolitan colossus of extraordinary historical depth where Mughal mosques and British colonial grandeur sit alongside ancient Hindu temples, vibrant bazaars and one of Asia's most dynamic contemporary restaurant and arts scenes. From the Red Fort and Jama Masjid to Humayun's Tomb, India Gate and the extraordinary textile markets of Chandni Chowk, Delhi rewards those with the courage and curiosity to engage with its complexity.
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"Delhi is the Indian city that most consistently overwhelms me. The combination of Mughal, British and contemporary Indian layers, the extraordinary food culture of the Old City and the world class museums and cultural institutions creates a destination of incomparable depth and energy."
Old Delhi centred on the Red Fort and the Jama Masjid is one of the most extraordinary urban environments in Asia. Chandni Chowk, the ancient bazaar street leading from the Red Fort, is a labyrinth of speciality markets — spices, silver, textiles, street food and wedding supplies — that rewards days of exploration. The National Museum of India has an outstanding collection spanning 5000 years. Humayun's Tomb is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the architectural predecessor of the Taj Mahal. The food culture of Delhi from the chaat and parathas of Old Delhi to the outstanding restaurant scene of South Delhi and the INA market is exceptional. Agra is approximately 2 hours by high speed train.
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Red Fort & Old Delhi
The heart of Mughal Delhi and one of the most extraordinary urban environments in Asia.
Humayun's Tomb
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the architectural inspiration for the Taj Mahal.
Chandni Chowk
The ancient bazaar street of speciality markets, street food and extraordinary energy.
National Museum
An outstanding collection spanning 5000 years of Indian civilisation.
Delhi Food Culture
From Old Delhi chaat and parathas to outstanding contemporary restaurants across the city.
Qutub Minar
A UNESCO listed 12th century minaret, the tallest brick minaret in the world.
