Delhi is the capital city of India, located in the northern part of the country. It has a rich and diverse history spanning over 2,000 years, with various empires and dynasties having ruled the city.
Delhi has been known by several names throughout its history. Here are some of the most significant ones:
These names reflect the city’s complex history, with various empires and dynasties contributing to its cultural and architectural heritage.
The India Gate is a war memorial in New Delhi that honors Indian soldiers who died in World War I and the Third Anglo-Afghan War....
The Red Fort in Delhi was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648.The fort has witnessed many historical events, including the raising of the Indian flag on independence day....
The Qutb Minar is part of the Qutb complex, which includes several other historically significant monuments such as the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, the Iron Pillar, and the Ala'i Darwaza gateway.....
Jantar Mantar is an astronomical observatory located in New Delhi, India, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur in 1724. It consists of 13 architectural astronomy instruments designed to observe astronomical positions with the naked eye....
Lodhi Garden was originally known as Lady Willingdon Park when it was landscaped and developed by the British in 1936. After India's independence, it was renamed Lodhi Garden...
The Sacred Heart Cathedral Church in New Delhi, India is a Roman Catholic cathedral belonging to the Latin Rite and one of the oldest church buildings in the city.....
The Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques in India, located in Old Delhi. It was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and completed in 1656...
It is a large, ornate temple complex that was opened in 2005 and was inspired by Yogiji Maharaj and created by Pramukh Swami Maharaj of the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha.....
Safdarjung Tomb, also known as Safdarjung ka Maqbara, is a significant Mughal-era mausoleum located in New Delhi, India. Built between 1753 and 1754, it serves as the final resting place of Nawab Safdarjung, the viceroy of Awadh under Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah...
Tughlaqabad Fort is a historic fortification located in Delhi, India, built in 1321 by Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq, the founder of the Tughlaq dynasty during the Delhi Sultanate. This fort was part of a larger city, Tughlaqabad, which was intended to be a stronghold against Mongol invasions but was abandoned just six years later in 1327 due to various circumstances, including a legendary curse from Sufi saint Nizamuddin Auliya..
Bangla Sahib is a prominent Sikh Gurdwara (house of worship) located in Delhi, India.In 1664, the 8th Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan, stayed at this bungalow during a visit to Delhi....
The Lotus Temple was dedicated in December 1986 and was designed by Iranian architect Fariborz Sahba.The temple is situated on 26 acres of land and is surrounded by landscaped gardens and nine pools......
Humayun's Tomb is a significant historical monument located in Delhi, India, dedicated to the Mughal Emperor Humayun. Commissioned by his first wife, Empress Bega Begum, in 1558, the tomb was designed by Persian architects Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son Sayyid Muhammad.
Sunder Nursery is a significant heritage park located in Delhi, India, adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Humayun's Tomb. Originally known as Azim Bagh, this 16th-century complex was established during the Mughal era and spans approximately 90 acres.
Old Fort, known as Purana Qila in Hindi, is one of the oldest forts in Delhi, India. It was constructed during the Mughal era by Emperor Humayun between 1533 and 1538 as part of his new city, Dinpanah. The fort is historically significant as it is believed to be built on the site of Indraprastha, the legendary capital of the Pandavas from the epic Mahabharata.
Hauz Khas Fort, located in South Delhi, India, is a historical monument that dates back to the 12th century, specifically during the reign of Alauddin Khilji. It was part of the medieval city of Siri, which Khilji established to provide water to its inhabitants through a large water reservoir originally named Hauz-i-Alai.
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