New Delhi is one of the most famous cities of the world. Though it is recognized the world over as the national capital of one of the largest countries of the world, India, New Delhi has a glorious past, and has enjoyed global fame for several centuries
Delhi, known locally as Dilli (Hindi: दिल्ली, Punjabi: ਦਿੱਲੀ, Urdu: دلّی dillī), and also by the official name National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT), is the largest metropolis (by Area) in India and the second-largest metropolis (by Population) in India. The NCT is a federally administered union territory. Delhi also houses Asia’s largest planned residential colony, Dwarka Sub City.
Delhi, the capital of India, is situated in northern India and stands on the west bank of Yamuna River bounded by Uttar Pardesh and on the north, west and south by Haryana. Delhi is spread over an area of 1483 sq. kilometers, 216 meters above sea level and has a population of around 14 million. The city has its historical importance for the fact that it has been the home to Mugal Empire. The famous poet Mirza Galib said about Delhi “The world is body and Delhi its soul”.
India a land of snake charmers and magicians and the capital of this land of mysteries is Delhi. Delhi is just not a city but it is a book– a book which narrates the history of India. The city was built and destroyed seven times and has been witness to the various events which has brought India through the history books. Seven times this city went through the pain of being built and rebuilt.
Delhi is the fifth most populated urban area in world with satellite towns like Faridabad, Gurgaon and Noida making it a NCR, called the National Capital Region. Delhi also happens to be the political hub of India, where every political activity in the country traces its roots to Delhi.
In brief about New Delhi:
Capital New Delhi
Area 1483 sq. km
Elevation 216 meters
STD code 011
Languages Hindi, Punjabi, English
Altitude 216 m above sea level
Population 14 million
Tourist Places in New Delhi:
Akshardham Temple
India Gate
Red Fort
Old Fort
Humayun’s Tomb
Qutb Minar
Mehrauli
Jumma Masjid
Tughlaqabad
Rashtrapati Bhavan
Raj Ghat
Railway Museum
Lotus Temple
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