Old Monuments are Delhi's pride and Glory

 Delhi is not just the most happening place; it was also the most happening place. Like it is the seat of power today; so was it the capital of many kingdoms. Ruins of Purana Qila, Tughlaqabad fort, Lal Qila are impeccable testimony of many great kingdoms that had operated from Delhi at different times.  

This place is doused with history. Every place holds some significance here. This makes Delhi a very sophisticated place. There's nothing compared to the charms and the grandness of such places. It also put Delhi in the popular map of World tourism industry. Old is gold can't be more true.

We picked up best 5 Monuments in Delhi and visited them. Take a look at the Photo Feature.

                                                                 1. Qutub Minar

The World's tallest brick Minaret, this place is an architecture wonder.

                                                               2. Humayun's Tomb

It is one of the most beautiful and largest tomb, with the exception of Taj Mahal.

                                                             3. Safdarjung Tomb                   

A tomb many Delhites wouldn't even know. It doesn't get the honour it deserved.

                                                                   4. Red Fort 

The First Independence speech was spoken by Jawaharlal Nehru from this stand. The tradition continues even up to this day.

                                                              5. Purana Qila

Once thought as 'Unlucky' for kings operating from this place, this is one of the oldest  Fort, still kept in good shape.

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Floating in Solitude: Exploring Lotus Temple

Lotus Temple has both style and substance. It is a grand exhibition and a coming together of both modern architecture and technology for a humble purpose of worship and meditation. Built by the followers of Bahai religion, the place is open to people from all walks of life.

Lotus Temple is surrounded by small water bodies. It is designed in such a way  for the temple to appear like 'Lotus floating on serene water'. Such sight can be only relished fully from air. 

At night Lotus Temple is aptly lit up to give the right elements of design like form, shape , tone and color.  Musing by the  pool, on the steps are common sighting and one can easily get lost for words to describe the beauty one sees.

The interior of the Temple is surprisingly very plain with no pillars or any decorative items.  I'm told, it is to keep away distraction, leaving your mind to graze ideally in the open.


Lotus temple is just a few minutes walk  from the Kalkaji Metro station. 

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