Delhi Tours- A Beautiful Blend of Old and New

India, is home to the oldest civilization in the world that is the Indus valley civilization. Inspite of the diversity in landscape, food, language, climate, religion, culture and tradition India believes in "Unity in diversity" .The largest democracy in the world India has its capital in the northern part of the subcontinent known as 'Delhi'.

Delhi has a very fascinating and interesting history with a very futuristic present. The old city was built by Shah Jahan in the 17th century and the new part of Delhi was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker. It seems as if there are two different cities staying together in perfect harmony. The old city has its vibrant, bright colors, narrow alleys and thronged bazaars; and the new city is known for its sky touching buildings,its busy roads, shopping malls and supermarkets.

Delhi is the place from where tourists enter in to the country. The airports in Delhi be it the domestic airport and the Indira Gandhi International Airport are well linked to all the other parts of the country and the globe. Tourists coming from across the globe needn't worry as there are flights coming in everyday to Delhi like- British Airways, Air India, Emirates and many more flights. Delhi is also connected to the rest of the country through rail and road.

Being the capital city of India one can never have a problem to find a place to stay. Most of the renowned hotels in India are located in Delhi. The Delhi hotels are divided into categories of five star hotels (Hotel Taj Mahal, Maurya Sheraton, Oberoi Hilton), deluxe hotels, budget hotels and other hotels in Delhi. These hotels provide the tourist with the best hospitality and are equipped to cater to all his needs. Prior reservations need to be made and can also be made online. Most of these Delhi hotels also provide bus services to take the tourist around the city.

There are lots of tourist attractions in Delhi which have lured tourists since a long time. One of the splendors of this city is the Red Fort which was built in Red Stone. A light and sound show is organized in the evening courtesy Delhi Tourism, where one gets to hear about the history of Delhi in relation to the Red Fort. Another beautiful old structure is the 'Jama Masjid' built by Shah Jahan and is one of the largest mosques in India. In the new city one gets to see the India Gate which is a high stone arch of triumph. On it are the names of the soldiers who died in the campaigns of World War I. The Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple are some more tourist attractions in Delhi which can all be enjoyed on Delhi tours.

While in Delhi one can also visit the nearby places like Agra and Mathura. Agra is famous for The Taj Mahal-one of the eight wonders of the world. This architecture of timeless beauty symbolizes love which a king had for his queen and built this monument out of love.

Delhi Tours are incomplete without shopping. Places like Chandini Chowk, Janpath, Sarojini Nagar, Connaught Place are a haven for a shopper.

Delhi is a historic and an elegant capital and an enthralling experience.