Published 09:47 IST, October 3rd 2019

Places to visit in Delhi: Top 5 tourist destinations in the capital

Read more about the best places to visit in Delhi. Pack up and leave for an experience that is worth it. Remember to plan it right and spend wisely

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From Mughal architectures to modern culture, Delhi accounts for a lot of places to explore. For architectural enthusiasts, Old Delhi has a lot to offer like spell-bounding mosques, forts, and monuments. On or hand, New Delhi is all about that amazing nightlife and crazy shopping experiences. If you are planning for a vacation, Delhi can be your perfect pick.  Here is a list of top places to visit in Delhi.

Red Fort:

pride of Mughal Dynasty, Red Fort is face of tourist attractions in Delhi. magnanimous walls and 'chhata bazaar' are special attractions.  In 2007, Red Fort was declared a UNESCO World Herit Site. Also, entry fee is pocket-friendly for visitors; it is free for children under 15, and ₹ 10 for ult Indians. For foreigners, it is ₹ 250. Remember to visit between 9 am to 6 pm. Also, it is closed on Mondays.

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India Gate:

monument defines pride of India with ‘Amar Jawaan Jyoti’, whose eternal lighting symbolises a tribute to Indian soldiers. structure at Rajpath is a treat to witness in evening lights. For visiting India Gate, best time is from October to March. re is entry fee, and best thing about place is that it is always open. Also, 'National Gallery of Modern Art' here is a must-visit.

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Lotus Temple:

uniqueness of Lotus temple makes it one of famous destinations to visit in Delhi. Lotus in Bahai temple symbolises four religions, namely Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, and Islam. re are nine doors to this temple which allows 2500 visitors at same time. architecture of Lotus temple is mesmerising, and also it is awarded for same. temple is built on Bahai faith which believes that all people and religions are united. opening hours of Lotus temple are from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9:30 am to 5 pm.

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Jama Masjid:

India’s largest mosque is situated in Delhi. It can accommodate 2500 devotees at a time. Shah Jahan’s first architectural marvel has four towers; sourn tower gives an amazing view of city. To avoid crowds, visit during morning hours. Avoid wearing revealing clos and women should always cover ir hes. entry fee is free, but for videography, it is INR 300. Opening hours of mosque are 7 am to 12 pm and 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Don’t forget to try Changezi Chicken at Karim hotel nearby.

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Sarojini Market:

It is one of best places to shop in Delhi. You can find clos and accessories at affordable rates in Sarojini market. biggest market in city has a lot to offer. You can even find rejected or minutely defected branded pieces. Don’t forget to visit ‘Graffiti lane’ inside Sarojini market. Also, try street food delicacies like momos and ram-ldoo. You can visit market on any day. Most people prefer going in morning so that you can bargain more. In Sarojini market, you can bargain at great lengths.

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07:39 IST, October 3rd 2019