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Delhi is an ancient seat of power dating back more than 3,000 years; a city where architectural legacies are juxtaposed with modern landmarks. The city in its current avatar was designed in the 1920s by Sir Herbert Baker and Sir Edwin Lutyens, who conceptualised New Delhi around two central promenades, Rajpath: the King’s path, and Janpath: the people’s path.
Humayun’s Tomb was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Started in 1565 but not completed until 1572, it is of particular cultural significance for being recognised as the first garden tomb in India. Humayun’s Tomb is believed to be the earliest example of Mughal architecture in India, and inspiration for the Taj Mahal in Agra.
India Gate is a magnificent sandstone memorial arch (42 metres high) engraved with the names of over 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives in World War I. Standing tall and serene at one end of Kartavya Path, the memorial is a wonderful sight to behold from every aspect as you drive around the busy ring road that is India Gate Circle. Stand at India Gate looking down Kartavya Path and you will see the magnificent Rashtrapati Bhawan (the President’s House).
Sunder Nursery is located near Humayun’s Tomb. Dating back to the 16th century, this lush urban oasis is home to more than 300 types of trees, making Delhi’s first arboretum as well as a heritage park. Spanning over 364,000 square metres (90 acres), the nursery complex also includes 15 heritage monuments, of which Six have been recognised by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. Well worth a visit when you stay at The Oberoi, New Delhi, the best of 5 star hotels in Delhi.
The premier shopping destination for Delhi’s most famous and fashionable, Khan Market is one of the most expensive retail spaces in the world. It is a hub of international restaurants and popular bars, as well as being an excellent place to shop for designer boutique clothing, designer household items, fantastic gold and silver jewellery, handmade toiletries, books and much more.
The National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy is also known as the National Handicrafts and Handlooms Museum or the National Crafts Museum, is the best tourist place in Delhi for those interested in handicrafts, fabrics and textiles. The museum is located an easy drive from the best hotels in New Delhi, such as The Oberoi, New Delhi, opposite Purana Qila and by Pragati Maidan.
The National Museum of India is the best tourist place in Delhi for people interested in everything about India. It is located in Lutyens’ Delhi, on Janpath, and is an easy drive from hotels in Delhi, including The Oberoi, New Delhi. The museum houses around 200,000 artworks from India and around the world, some dating back five thousand years.
Located opposite INA market in New Delhi. It is a government-run open air market, for which a nominal fee needs to be paid to enter. Dilli Haat is a pleasant place to spend time with family and friends, shopping, sampling food from around India and taking in the periodic craft expositions. Dilli Haat is a very short drive from The Oberoi, New Delhi; the best 5 star hotel Delhi has to offer.
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib pays tribute to the eighth guru of Sikhism: Guru Har Krishnan. Established as a small shrine in the 18th century, it now boasts a golden dome, a towering flagpole and a holy river within its walls. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is located near Connaught Place, making it easily accessible from hotels near Connaught Place, Delhi and other luxury hotels in Delhi including The Oberoi, New Delhi.
Jama Masjid (1656 CE) is the best tourist place in Delhi for those interested in culture, religion and history. It is the largest mosque in India and offers spectacular views across Old and New Delhi from the top of its towering minar. The mosque is made from rich red sandstone, inlaid with marble and brass.
DLF Emporio offers an ultra luxury mall shopping experience for big spenders. It is located in the affluent neighbourhood of Vasant Kunj and boasts International and Indian luxury brands. If you are attending wedding venues in Delhi, you might like to refresh your wardrobe here first. The mall is very easy to reach from the best 5 star hotels in Delhi, including The Oberoi, New Delhi.
DLF Promenade is a shopping centre located in the upmarket neighbourhood of Vasant Kunj in south Delhi. It houses many International and Indian high street brands, and is a one stop destination for all your clothing, footwear, accessory and entertainment needs. DLF Promenade is an easy drive from The Oberoi, New Delhi.
Select City Walk Mall is located in the fashionable neighbourhood of Saket in South Delhi. The mall is an easy drive from many hotels in New Delhi, such as The Oberoi, New Delhi. The mall has International and Indian brands, a food court and a PVR multiplex cinema, all spread over three zones. It is the best place for shopping and entertainment in South Delhi.
Qutub Minar is a comfortable half-hour drive from the best 5 star hotel Delhi has to offer: The Oberoi, New Delhi. Open six days a week from morning until evening, the minar (tower) is no longer open for the public to climb, but still makes for a great souvenir picture of your stay in Delhi. It stands at 240 feet ( 73 metres) high, and is made of burnished red sandstone and glowing white marble.
