Commonwealth games have become the centre of attraction for people from all over the world. India; who is hosting this grand multisports event is first time expecting as many as two million foreign tourists and three and a half million domestic tourists to watch this event. This event called common wealth games features 17 sports and almost 5000 athletes participate in it. Now all the people who would be coming to watch the games would surely wish to see the place and if we talk about the favorite tourist spots in Delhi then there are many.
Lets us tell you the places to visit during your tour and other wise also. Mentioned below are some of the tourist attractions of Delhi and every single thing has that inbuilt quality to attach you to the beauty it possess.
- India gate
- Chandani chowk
- Birla Mandir
- Outab Minar
- Old fort (Purana Qila)
- Jantar Mantar
- Janpath
- Sarojini Nagar
- Lajpat nagar
- Akshardham Temple
- Humayun’s Tomb
- Delhi Haat
- Lodhi Garden
- Jama Masjid
- Adventure island
Delhi is full of adventure and religious places. There are many historical monuments that you must visit. India gate which was built in 1911, has the name of 90000 soldiers inscribed on it who died during First World War of Indian army. The place makes you feel proud of the country. Apart from this, if you wish to see the religious culture in India, you can visit Iskon temple, Birla Mandir, Akshardham Mandir. Akshardham Mandir has a special light show in the evening and the whole temple is lit with lights that make you feel like you are in heaven.
Jama masjid on the other hand is one place from where you can have a view of complete Delhi. It is the country’s largest mosque and thousands of Muslims pray every day here together. Just opposite to Jama masjid lies the heart of Delhi “Chandani Chowk”. The place lies in old Delhi and is famous for paranthas at paranthe wali gali. If you want to have a taste of that ethnic Indian food, then the place is a must visit. It is like a shopping for every type of thing. Famous for female sarees, suits, jewellery, fabrics, furnishing material, spices and gift items; chandani chowk is also famous for the affordable prices.
If you are in Delhi and you did not visit Janpath, sarojini nagar and lajpat nagar; then you really missed a big deal. The three places are hot spot for indo western, trendy and chic type clothing; both for men and women. You will get a flavor of Indian cum western touch at these places. “Sindhi” at lajpat nagar main market is a big time favorite for all the dry fruit lovers. Honey roasted almonds are a sure shot buy from here.
Now this is not all; if you want to relax your senses after all this sight seeing then go to lodhi garden or enjoy a joyful ride at Adventure Island located at rohini. Lodhi garden is a very good place to enjoy the evening together and relax. Covered with heavy trees and plants, the place is very silent and one would just feel rejuvenated.
So just move around the places and enjoy your tour to the fullest.
