Delhi’s Ten Must Visit Architectural Marvels

Countless people are fascinated by history so they look for such exploration. It is an intriguing feel that stories or myths pertaining to certain eras that one can’t peep back into are assessed through monuments. Obviously one can see monuments that connect us to history with a sense of belongingness.

Like all nations with their history to narrate to future generations by monuments to express past civilizational ethics, India offers the same feel through its architectural marvels presented by several building of specific periods. Delhi has ample share of historical marvels to fascinate its visitors out of which ten topmost ones are the architectural sites one shouldn’t miss out during its visit.

India Gate: Delhi visitors would literally turn visits incomplete without going India Gate whose historical and national significance makes it distinguished.

Lodi Garden: Located in South Delhi in more than 90 acres of land, Lodi Garden reminds glory of 15^th century that captivate attention of all and sundry. People of all age groups spend quality time in lush gardens during mornings and evenings and to take keen interest in bird-watching or family picnics. Youngsters get mesmerized to the beauty of Gumbads of Sheesh Gumbad and Bara Gumbad in this park.

Old Fort/ Purana Qila: A visit to this location makes one feels old world charm that not only captivates but also engages to explore history. It is oldest of all forts present in Delhi whose construction was started by Afghan King Sher Shah Suri. Bada Darwaza is its main entrance though it has three entrances. Talaqi-Darwaza and Humayun Darwaza are its northern and southern gates respectively.

Red Fort/ Lal Qila: Delhi’s largest and most famous monument, Red Fort was built by Mughal King Shah Jahan in 1648. Its huge enclosing walls built by red sandstone make it biggest landmark. It is symbolic for country’s prime minister hoisting national flag and addressing nation on the occasion of Independence Day.

Lotus Temple: Originally Bahai house of worship, this architecture is unique due to blossoming lotus shape. Visitors feel peace and tranquil atmosphere in and around white lotus building to surrounding gardens whose serenity overpowers Delhi’s hustle-bustle atmosphere.

Humayun Tomb: Tomb of Mughal King Humayun namely Humayun’s Tomb is located in the midst of lush green gardens that showcase unmatched beauty.

Qutub Minar: Built by Qutab-ud-din Aibak in 1193, Qutub Minar remains a famous architectural landmark in Delhi and one of the country’s marvels not to miss out.

Jantar Mantar: A site with its purpose of equinoctial sundial, Jantar Mantar looks simple but maintains an identity not to ignore. It perfectly measures time of the day as giant clock and remains a must visit location.

Jama Masjid: Famousas Jama Masjid of Delhi, Mughal structure Masjid-i Jahan-Numa is largest of Indian mosques which Mughal emperor Shah Jahan built.

Akshardham Temple: Built in recent decades, Akshardham Temple remains the composite of Indian spirituality, architecture and culture. Built from Rajasthani pink sandstone and Italian Carrara marble, amazing wall carvings plus musical fountains are ultimate to observe.