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“Delhi” is the capital of India. Delhi is
historically and culturally connected to
both the Upper Doab of the Ganga-
Yamuna river system and Punjab region. It
has a big history.
It was continuously inhabited since the 6th
century BC. It has served as a capital of
various kingdoms and empires.
Delhi connects with a heart with a very famous phrase “Dilli hai dilwalon ki Dilli”. ‘Dilli’ is in Hindustani language. Delhi has very popular tourist places which are rich
with its history, architecture and culture.
“Red Fort” was constructed by the Mughal
Emperor “Shah Jahan” in 1648 as the palace of
his fortified capital “Shahjahnabad”. It is located
in the centre of Delhi and houses a number of
museums. It is built by red sandstones. Its major
structures are Chawari Bazar, Lahori Gate, Delhi
Gate, Chhatta Chowk, Naubat Khana, Diwan-i-
Aam, Mumtaz Mahal, Rang Mahal, Khas Mahal,
Diwan-i-Khas, Baoli, Shahi Burj, Hayat Bakhsh
Bagh, Princes’ quarter, etc.
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Every year on Independence Day, 15
August, Prime Minister of India hoists the
“Tiranga” (tricolor) national flag at the main
gate of Red Fort and delivers a nationally
broadcast speech from its ramparts.
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“Humayus Tomb” is commissioned by the Mughal
Emperor Akbar in the 1569–70,he was the son of
former Mughal Emperor Humayu. “Qutub Minar ” was built by “Qutub-UD-Din-Aibak” in 1200 CE.
He was the founder of the Delhi Sultanate. “Qutab
Minar” is 120 meters tallest brick minarety in the
world and second tallest minar in India after “Fateh
Burj” in Mahroli. It is surrounded by the several
ancient and medieval monuments.
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“Purana Quila” is the oldest fort in Delhi. It
is situated on the banks of Yamuna river,
was constructed by the Pandavas as
Indraprastha 5000 years ago, during the
Indus Valley Civilization. The current
structure of Purana Quila was built by the
founder of the “Suri dynasty” Sher Shah Suri.
He defeated Mughal Emperor Humayu in
1540, and named it “Purana Quila”.
It is built by red sandstones and marbles. It is five storey minar (building).
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You can buy anything you want, eat
whatever you want to eat. Present
Delhi consists of mughal delights as
well as Punjabi. No matter you are
vegetarian or non — vegetarian it
serves you everything. After a
visiting in Delhi you will say “ Dilwalon ki Dilli”.
There is a lot more to know about
the history. If you visit the historical
places of Delhi then come with a lot
of free time. Delhi has a long history
stories to tell you.
