Complete/full/ summarized details/ informations of top/ popular/ most visited/ well liked/know about tourist places/ sites/ destinations in Delhi are as under.
Red Fort / Lal, Delhi :
This most popular historical fortification monument and also a UNESCO world heritage, Red Fort, also called Lal Qila, was built by fifth Mughal Emperor of India, Shah Jahan in the year 1639 at the bank of Yamuna and along with it capital of Mughal empire was get shifted from Agra to Delhi.
The Red Fort is the pinnacle of Mughal creativity with innovative planning and architectural elements of Mughal building, reflecting a fusion of Persian, Timurid and Hindu traditions.
The most famous structures in this complex are the Public Audience (Diwan-i-ʿAm), the Hall of Private Audience (Diwan-i-khas), Nahr-i-Behisht (Stream of Paradise), Mumtaz Mahal, Rang Maha, Hammam , Moti Masjid etc. The Red Fort has two gates named as the Lahori Gate and the Delhi Gate, Lahori gate is the entrance of this fort. .
The Kohinoor diamond, which was the part of famous Peacock throne in Diwan-i-Khas, along with other artwork and jewels of this fort were looted by Nader Shah’s attack Mughal Empire on in the year 1739. The fort’s marble structures were later on demolished by the British due last Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar took part in the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
The Prime Minister of India hoists the national flag on Red Fort as a symbol of India attaining freedom from the colonial powers on every August 15 from the year 1947. A light and show program is also organized in evening in Red fort which is also an attraction for tourist to know about its history.
India Gate, Delhi :
This 42 meter high war memorials building named as India Gate isan “Arc-de-Triomphe” like archway in the middle of a crossroad. This archway building remembers the 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives during the World War I. The memorial bears the names of more than 13,516 British and Indian soldiers killed in the Northwestern Frontier in the Afghan war of 1919. Both sides of the arch have INDIA, flanked by the dates MCMXIV (1914 left) and MCMXIX (1919 right). Below this the following passage is inscribed – “TO THE DEAD OF THE INDIAN ARMIES WHO FELL AND ARE HONOURED IN FRANCE AND FLANDERS MESOPOTAMIA AND PERSIA EAST AFRICA GALLIPOLI AND ELSEWHERE …
Amar Jawan Jyoti was added later on under the arch to remind the nation of soldiers who laid down their lives in the Indo-Pakistan War of December 1971. Now this eternal flame (Amar Jawan Jyoti ) has been shifted as has been merged with the one at “National War Memorial a part of the Central Vista redevelopment project. Now 28-ft-tall statue of great freedom fighter Netaji Subhash Chander Bose has also been unveiled at India Gate by replacing statue of King George V.
Qutb-Minar, Delhi :
Qutb-Minar, a cultural UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the highest tower in India with a height of 72.5 m having diameter of 14.32 meter at the base and about 2.75 meter on the top and having four storeys. This Minar was founded and raised up to the first storey by Qutbu’d-Din Aibak in AD 1199 for the use of the mu’azzin (crier) to give calls for prayer
After his death his successor and son-in-law, Shamsu’d-Din Iltutmish (AD 1211-36) added three more storeys. There are many inscriptions in Arabic and Nagari characters on the minar revealing the history of Qutb. There is Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque in ita complex built by Qutbu’d-Din Aibak in AD 1198, it has a rectangular courtyard erected with the carved columns and architectural members of 27 Hindu and Jaina temples which were demolished by Qutbu’d-Din Aibak as recorded in his inscription on the main eastern entrance. Later on this mosque was enlarged by Shamsu’d-Din Iltutmish (AD 1210-35) and Alau’d-Din Khalji. The Iron Pillar situated in this complex have an inscription in Sanskrit in Brahmi script of fourth century ADgiving details that this pillar was set up as a Vishnudhvaja on the hill known as Vishnupada in memory of a great king named Chandra. The southern gateway of the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque known as Ala’i-Darwaza was constructed by Alau’d-Din Khalji in AH 710 (AD 1311) as per inscriptions engraved on it is the first building employing Islamic principles of construction and ornamentation. An another minar of 25 meter height known as Ala’i Minar also stands to the north of Qutb-Minar. Its construction was started by Alau’d-Din Khalji to make a twice the size Minar but cannot be completed.
Rashtrapati, Delhi :
Rashtrapati Bhavan, stands on a 330 acre estate with its main building in an area of 5 acres with 340 rooms, is the resident of the President of India and its construction was completed in the year 1929.
The famous Mughal Garden, now known as Amrit udyan, of 15 acres having more than 150 varieties of roses and many other verities of flowers is the part of Rashtrapati Bhavan. This garden is open for public for some time in winters.
This complex also has Rashtrapati Bhavan Museum comprising the Clock Tower, the Stables and the Garages showcasing past as well as current presidencies, the regal ceremonies etc.
The tourists desirous of visiting Rashtrapati Bhavan can do online booking andfor more details please visit http://rashtrapatisachivalaya.gov.in/rbtour
Parliament house, Delhi :
The Parliament house of India is an Imperial Style building, built in 1927, having domed circular central hall and the three semi circular buildings used for the Rajya Shabha and Lok Shabha meetings and having an open verandah with 144 columns. The great socialist revolutionary & independence fighter Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt threw bombs at the Central Legislative Assembly on 8 April, 1929.This building also houses ministerial offices, numerous committee rooms and an excellent library as well. New Parliament building is under construction.
New Parliament building, Delhi, India.
The New Parliament building has been inaugurated on 28.05.2023 under Central Vista Redevelopment Project near old Parliament building. The foundation stone for the new Parliament Building was laid 10.12.2020.This complex is a three storeys building having a built-up area of 64,500 sqm. This new complex have 888 seats in the Lok Sabha chamber and 384 seats in the Rajya Sabha chamber.The Lok Sabha chamber is able to house 1,272 members in case of a joint session. There is no central hall like old Parliament building but has, a huge central lounge, an open courtyard of an area of 2,000 square meter. This new complex has three entry gates i.e. Gyan Dwar, Shakti Dwar, and Karma Dwar which are separate entrances for members of Parliament, VIPs and visitors.
Purana Quila, Delhi :
Purana Qila, one of the oldest forts in Delhi, was believed to have been built under Humayun and Afghan Sher Shah Suri on the site of the most ancient of the numerous cities of Delhi, Indraprastha.
Zoo, Delhi :
This National Zoological Park, adjacent to Purana Qila, is a 176-acre zoo in New Delhi. For more details of this National Zoological Park one should visit its web site https://nzpnewdelhi.gov.in
Jantar Mantar, Delhi :
This observatory building, an astronomical instruments, known as Jantar Mantar was constructed by Maharaja Jai Singh of Jaipur in 1724, who built this observatory after found that existing astronomical instruments at Ujjain , Varanasi and Mathura are too small to take correct measurements. The instruments at Jantar Mantar are ingeniousness but accurate observations can no longer be made from here due to tall buildings around it.
Jama Masjid, Delhi :
This largest mosque in India with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees in front of Red Fortis architectural extravagance of Shah Jahan, the Mughal emperor who built the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort.
Samathi Sathal of Mahata Gandhi and other Great leaders in Delhi :
There are Samathi Sathals of various Great leaders of India including the ‘Father of Nation’ and “Ex- Prime Ministers” on the bank of Yamuna river in Delhi, details of some is as under:
Raj Ghat (samathi sathal of Rashtrapita Mahata Gandhi ) in Delhi :
Raj Ghat is the Samadhi/cremation spot of Rashtrapita Mahatma Gandhi in New Delhi, India. It is on the west bank of the river Yamuna
Shantivan (samathi sathal of Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru), Delhi :
Shantivan (Forest of Peace) is the Samadhi/ cremation spot of India’s first Prime Minister, Sh. Jawaharlal Nehru.
Vijay Ghat (samathi sathal of Sh. Lal Bahadur Shastri), Delhi :
Vijay Ghat is the samadhi/ cremation spot of India’s second Prime Minister Shri Lala Bahadur Shastri.
Shakti Sthal (samathi sathal of Smt Indira Gandhi), Delhi :
Shakti Sthal (Place of strength) is the samadhi/ cremation spot of Smt. Indira Gandhi, the first women Prime Minister of India.
Kisan Ghat (samathi sathal of Ch. Charan Singh), Delhi :
Kisan Ghat is the samadhi/cremation spot of Chaudhary Charan Singh the former Prime Minister of India and champion of farming and peasant communities throughout India.
Veerbhumi ( samathi sathal of Sh. Rajiv Gandhi), Delhi :
Veerbhumi is the samadhi/ cremation spot of Sh. Rajiv Gandhi the former Prime Minister of India.
Smriti Sthal (samathi sathal of Sh. Atal Bihari Vajpai), Delhi :
Smriti Sthal is the samadhi/cremation spot of Sh. Atal Bihari Vajpai the former Prime Minister of India.
Tombs in Delhi :
Humayun’s Tomb, Delhi :
This tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun is the first garden tomb and first substantial example of Mughal architecture in India. It was built after the nine years of the death in 1565 A.D. by his senior widow Bega Begam and is located near the crossing of Mathura road and Lodhi road. There are several graves of Mughal rulers located inside the walled enclosure.
Lodhi Tomb, Delhi :
“Lodhi Garden” previously known as “Willington Park is spotted with tombs, mosques & bridges of Sayyid and Lodhi Periods. The tombs of Muhammad Shah and Sikandar Lodhi are octagonal tombs. Shish and Bara Gumbad are square tombs giving false impression of being double storeyed. It is a preferred point for morning walkers from the posh south Delhi.
Safdarjung’s Tomb, Delhi :
Safdarjung’s Tomb is also a garden tomb like Humayun’s Tomb built in 1753-54 as mausoleum of Safdarjung, the viceroy of Awadh under the Mughal Emperor, Mohammed Shah. This complex has many small pavilions named as Jangli Mahal, MotiMahal and Badshah Pasand and also has a madarsa.
Famous Temples in Delhi :
Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple, Delhi :
Swaminarayan Akshardham temple, located close to the border with Noida, Noida Mor , Pandav Nagar, New Delhi, is the luminously showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spiritual messages. It is an experience of enlightening journey through India’s glorious art, values and contributions for the progress, happiness and harmony of mankind. It has many exhibitions halls, may visit temple’s site https://akshardham.com for more details.
Birla Mandir, Delhi :
The Laxmi Narayan Temple also known as Birla Mandir located near Connaught Place built by the industrialst Sh. J.K. Birla in 1939 is one of Delhi’s major temples and a major tourist attraction. This temple was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi.
Lotus Temple, Delhi :
This temple made up of pure white marble and completed in1986, last of seven Major Bahai’s temples built around the world, is built in the shape of a lotus flower near Nehru place in New Delhi among the lush green landscaped gardens. Followers of any faith/religion are free to visit the temple and pray or meditate. The architect Furiburz Sabha chose the lotus as the symbol common to Hinduism, Buddhism Jainism and Islam.
Iskcon Temple, Delhi :
This temple of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) situated at Sant Nagar, East of Kailash houses the World’s Largest Bhagavad Gita -Astounding Gita, it stands 2.80 X 2.00 meters tall, weighing 800 Kgs at ISKCON’s Glory of India Museum and Vedic Cultural Center and was inaugurated by the Honourable Prime Minister of India.The half-hour dramatic light and sound show through multiple high-tech is thrilling experience to tourists and visitors. Visitors can also enjoy pure vegetarian food at Restaurant in temple complex.
The Garden of Five, Delhi :
The Garden of Five Senses, located at Said-Ul-Azaib village, close to the Mehrauli heritage area in New Delhi, developed by Delhi Tourism Transportation Development Corporation is big park in twenty-acre with a variety of activities, inviting public interaction and exploration. You will see here Soaring stainless-steel birds mounted on slate-clad pillars, a troop of elephants, cut in stone, regaling in a water bath, an expansive plaza, set on the natural slope of the site, a Fountain Tree, food and shopping court, a rocky ridge, a pool of water lilies, Colour Gardens, an open exhibition area, Kikar & the thorny Ber bush left untouched. This Garden has been designed to awake the five senses i.e. sight, sound, touch, smell and taste of visitors by together effect of its Colour, fragrances and texture in nature walk in it, hence named Garden of Five Senses.
Famous Gurudwaras in Delhi :
Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib, Delhi :
Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib is situated in the Delhi City, built in the sacred visit of SRI GURU HARKRISHAN JI to Delhi. GURU SAHIB agreed in the year 1656 AD to come to Delhi on the request of Mughal King Aurangzeb and through the persuasion of Mirza Raja Jai Singh of Amber. Raja Jai Singh invited GURU SAHIB to the present site which originally belonged to Raja Jai Singh and his wife disguised herself as maid servant and sat among the attendants to test the spiritual powers of the GURU SAHIB. GURU SAHIB at the age of 8 years identified the RANI and sat in her lap, which convinced her about the spiritual powers of SRI GURU NANAK DEV JI and his True Disciples. During that period the citizens of Delhi were suffered with grief and death due an epidemic of small pox. GURU SAHIB out of love and compassion for suffering humanity dipped his holy feet in water and poured charan amrit into small chaubacha (tank) and all those who took water from that tank were cured from the disease.
Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib, Delhi :
This famous Gurudwara has been made on the place where the ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on 11 November 1675 on the order of Aurangzeb. Before his body could be quartered and exposed to public view, it was stolen under the cover of darkness by one of his disciples, Lakhi Shah Vanjara, who then burnt his house to cremate the Guru’s body. This place is marked by another gurdwara, Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib. The severed head (“Sis” in Hindi or Punjabi) of Guru Tegh Bahadur was brought to Anandpur Sahib by Bhai Jaita, another disciple of the Guru. Before it was cremated, he took it to Ambala city for a night and there is another gurdwara as well by the name of Shri Sis Ganj Gurdwara near there local vegetable market, Gobind Rai, who would later become Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth and last Guru of the Sikhs.
Gurdwara Sri Rakab Ganj Sahib, Delhi :
Gurdwara Sri Rakab Ganj Sahib is situated in Delhi city opposite to Parliament House. When Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur ji was beheaded in Chandani Chowk, no one dared to pick Guru Sahib sacred head and his body, with the wish of Akal Purakh, swear storm swept through the city and under the cover of dark blanket, Bhai Jaita ji managed to escape with Guru Sahib sacred head to Punjab. Guru Sahib’s body was lies on the spot. One of Guru Sahib devotees Bhai Lakhi Shah at his personal risk managed to bring away Guru Sahib body to his house here. But to cremate it openly would have led to detection, so he set fire to his house there by cremating the body in the traditional way.
Guru Tegh Bahadur Memorial, Delhi :
Guru Tegh Bahadur Memorial complex dedicated to the ninth Guru of Sikhism is located near Singhu Boarder (G.T.Karnal Road) National Highway-1 in the area of 11.87 acres with a 24 meter high central pylon with petals at the base represents the Guru & his strength and is presently being maintained by Delhi Tourism, Government of Delhi.
Museums and Memorials in Delhi :
National War Memorial, Delhi :
The National War Memorial is national monuments built to honour and remember soldiers of the Indian military.This monument is spread over 40 acres of land around the existing chhatri (canopy), near India Gate, New Delhi. An inverted bayonet with a helmet structure along with Amar Jawan Jyoti was installed over night under the Arch of India Gate in January 1972 to commemorate India’s victory in India – Pakistan War 1971 and as Nation’s tribute to our brave soldiers who laid down their lives. After inception of National War Memorial, the Amar Jawan Jyoti merged with eternal flame of National War Memorial on 21 January 2022. Wreaths have been laid at AJJ ever since by dignitaries at various occasions, including by foreign dignitaries
National Museum, Delhi :
This museum located at Janpath (Near Rajpath) in New Delhi has a vast collection of Indian bronzes, terracotta (2700 BC) and wood sculptures dating back to the Mauryan period (2nd-3rd century BC), various exhibits from the Vijayanagar period in south India, Mughal period, Indus Valley civilization, Greekinfluenced Gandhara period and Gupta period. Miniatures and mural paintings, costumes, arts and artefacts of various tribal people and precious jewellery heavily decorated with huge emeralds, diamonds and pearls from 2500 BC, famous bronze dancing statue from Mohenjodaro, wonderful collection of weapons, musical instruments, central Buddhist antiques and the autographed memories of the Mughal Emperor Jahangir are the eye-catchers at this museum. The rich and varied collection is spread over three spacious floors and at least one full day is required to see all the objects on display.
Supreme Court Museum, Delhi :
This museum located at Tilak Marg in New Delhi has been divided in two sections. The first section shows the evolutions and development of Judiciary in India and the second section shows the Federal Court and the Supreme Court. The first section also shows the history of Indian legal system from British period, the Harappan seals and the head of a priest, Ashokan edict and Nalanda Copper plate of 9th Century A.D and in the second gallery antique furnitures, souvenirs, ceremonial costumes & wigs and files relating to landmark judgements delivered by Supreme Court are on display. The records of famous cases like Mahatma Gandhi murder case and India Gandhi assassination case etc. are also on display.
National Science Center, Delhi :
National Science Center is museum of 8 floors located at Bhairon Marg, near Pragati Maidan in New Delhi houses working science exhibition as well as exhibits on the history of architecture. A whole day is required to go through this paradise.
National Police Memorial, Delhi :
The National Police Memorial (NPM) located at the crest of Shantipath in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi has been made in the year 2018 to pay homage to the valiant Policemen who laid down their lives while defending the integrity of our motherland by laying a wreath and remembering the brave Policemen who made the supreme sacrifice.
Nehru Museum & Planetorium, Delhi :
The Nehru Museum & Planetorium is located at Teen Murti Bhavan, Teen Murti Marg, New Delhi. The residence of Late Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India was converted into a museum after his death. This museum is a place to learn about the Independence Movement along with several photographs of the erstwhile Prime Minister, giving an account of his life. Besides this, the colonial building is also equally interesting, with its teak paneled rooms with high ceilings, spacious verandas and well kept gardens.
Air Force Museum, Delhi :
This museum located at Palam, Delhi Cantonment in New Delhi is a vast collection of aeroplanes and armoury on display.
Ghalib Academy/Museum, Delhi :
This academy located at Basti Hazrat Nizamuddin in New Delhi
has been established in memory of great Urdu poet Mirza Asadullah Khan Ghalib. The academy has a museum dedicated to Ghalib showcasing statue, photographs, books and important documents of his age.
Indira Gandhi Memorial, Delhi :
Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum located at No. 1, Safderjang Road in New Delhi was the residence of the former Prime Minister of India having the collection of rare photographs of the Nationalist movement, the personal moments of the Nehru-Gandhi family and her childhood.
Metro Museum, Delhi :
Metro Museum located at Patel Chowk in Delhi is South Asia’s first modern Metro Museum.
Gandhi Smriti, Delhi :
Gandhi Smriti at 5, Tees January Lane, Birla House, New Delhi,
the residence of industrialist BD Birla has been converted into a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, where he used to stay during his visits to Delhi.
Red Fort Archaeological Museum, Delhi :
This museum originally known as the ‘Palace Museum’ located inside the Mumtaz Mahal at the Red Fort is the showcases the craftsmanship and grandeur of the Mughal culture through its exquisite arts, sculptures, paintings, artefacts, etc.
Craft Museum, Delhi :
Craft Museum located at Bhairon Road, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi is the collection of Indian crafts, Wooden Carvings, Metal ware, Paintings. Mud huts with Painted walls and Thatched roofs, Courtyards, Terracotta horses recreating Village shrines, Craftsmen at work are some of the elements that add to the rural ambience of the place.
Shankar’s International Dolls Museum Musical, Delhi :
This Museum, a dreamland for the children, located at Nehru House, 4, Bahadurshah Zafar Marg in Delhi has the collection of 6000 dolls from 85 countries. The India exhibit section comprises 500 dolls dressed in costumes worn from all over the country.
A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Memorial, Delhi :
This memorial of one of the finest human beings to have ever lived, great scientist and former President of India, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam is located in Delhi Haat, INA in Delhi.
Azad Hind Gram, Delhi :
Azad Hind Gram is a tourist Complex at Tikri Kalan to honour Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose and to create quality leisure space and wayside amenities for the citizens.
Famous/Best Markets in Delhi :
Chandni Chowk Market, Delhi :
Chandni Chowk is an oldest shopping market since the Mughal era in Delhi opposite to Red Fort. This market has different sections as Moti Bazaar, Chor Bazaar, Paranthe Wali Gali etc, now these sections are also renowned marketplaces. Its nearest Metro Station is “Chandni ChowkMetro Station”. Visitors can purchase various types of items like cloths of cotton and silk textile,books, silver jewelry, lehenga, embroidered bags, dry fruits, spices and more.
Bhagirath Palace Market, Delhi :
Bhagirathi Palace, a market for various types of light fixtures, lamps and lanterns located opposite Red Fort, is the largest wholesale market in Asia. You can purchase Vintage chandeliers, steampunk lamps, fairy lights and café-type lamps in lots of varieties and other electronics items like Electronic Gadgets, Home & Office appliances in an affordable price. Its nearest metro station is “Red Fort Metro Station”.
Kucha Choudhary Market/ Photo Market, Delhi :
This market, known locally as “Photo Market”, located in Chandni Chowk are of old Delhi is a favorite place for professional, hobbyist and aspiring photographers to get the best deals on camera, camcorders and peripherals. Its nearest metro station is “Chandni Chowk Metro Station”.
Chor Bazaar Market, Delhi :
Chor Bazaar, literally meaning ‘Thieves Market’, is a famous market and most exciting place in Delhi which remains open every Sunday from 6 AM to 6 PM near “Chandni Chowk Metro station”. This market is famous for items like electronics, analogue cameras,books, clothes, sports accessories, shoes, watches, gardening tools, woven rugs, old books, vintage items, diffrent household accessories etc, which are generally used, surplus, damaged and may be stolen goods.
Dariba Kalan Market, Delhi :
Dariba Kalan Market “the 17th-century market, located in Chandini Chowk, New Delhi is famous for the intricately crafted silverware and the traditional silver jewellery displaying the old Delhi charm. Its nearest metro station is “Red Fort Metro Station”.
Khari Baoli Market, Delhi :
Khari Baoli is a famous, largest spice market of Asia and old market since the 17th century located near Chandni Chowk in old Delhi. Where you can purchase All spices, herbs, nuts and wholesale grocery items like rice and tea. Its nearest metro station is “Chandni Chowk Metro Station”.
Chawri Bazaar/ Market, Delhi :
Chawri Bazaar located in New Delhi is a famous wholesale market for items like paper products, copperware and brassware. Its Metro Station is “Chawri Bazar Metro Station”.
Meena Bazaar / Market, Delhi :
Meena Bazaar is a historic and oldest market located inside the Red Fort where visitors can purchase exquisite handicrafts and jewellery pieces featuring the meenakari work.
Daryaganj Book Market, Delhi :
Daryaganj Book Market , known as Book Market or the Kitab Bazaar, is an ultimate Book Market in Delhi which was a part of famous market formerly known as Faiz Market under the Mughal empire.This market was started in 1964 is journey 250 book vendors who put up stalls on the pavement from Daryaganj Bazar to Netaji Subhash Marg.Daryaganj is famous for all-time favourite markets like the Sunday Book Market ( Kitab Bazaar). This market has been shifted to Mahila Haatin Chandini Chowk opposite to the Broadway Hotel. As an another option, Nai Sarak is also a book hub to purchase books like Religious, Grammer, School Books, College Books or Novels. Various types of current and old books like biographies, quiz books, memoirs, comics, self-help, encyclopaedias, books for competitive exams and ancient books by obscure writers are a supportive foundation to expand personal libraries. The nearest metro station for Daryaganj Book Market is “Delhi Gate” on Violet line.
Karol Bagh Market, Delhi :
Karol Bagh market is a famous, most loved and old market of Delhi and is a famous wedding shopping destination for bridal shopping It is big market having many sections, its Ajmal Khan Road for affordable readymade garments, Arya Samaj Road for used books and Gaffar Market for imported goods are the most popular sections. This is a well liked market for regular shopping and as a wholesale bazaar. Other than bridal shopping viziers can purchase affordable Readymade garments, Electronic Appliances, Home Accessories, Jewellery etc. Its Metro Station is “Karol Bagh Metro Station”.
Gaffar Market, Delhi :
Gaffar Market situated in Karol Bagh is famous for cheap and second-electronic items like mobile phones, computers, laptops, tablets, televisions, fridge, air conditioners, cameras, speakers, and accessories.
Connaught Place, Market, Delhi :
Connaught Place Market, the best colonial complex in New Delhi, is a big commercial and financial centre in Delhi and is also the place to experience the exciting nightlife of Delhi. This place is dotted with some famous bars, restaurants and art galleries, antique theatres like Regal Cinema & toy stores. Visit to Delhi cannot be considered as complete without visit to the Connaught Place. Being one of the most popular after dark destinations, no visit to Delhi is complete without a visit to the Connaught Place. This circular market has two concentric circles; the inner circle which has blocks A to F and the outer circle which has blocks G to N. Almost all types of items are available for shopping in this market.” Rajiv Chowk Metro Station” is located in Connaught Place Market.
Palika Bazaar/ Market, Delhi :
Palika Bazaar is an underground air-conditioned market in Connaught Place for all items from clothing to accessories, electronics to perfumes, footwear to handicrafts, video games, gaming consoles etc. Its Metro Station is “Rajiv Chow Metro Station”.
Shankar Market, Delhi :
Shankar Market is located near Connaught Place and its nearest nmetro station is “Barakhamba Road station”. This is a wholesale market of textile and fabric manufacturers. Some available items are lehenga, designer saree, salwar suit, dupatta, tailor-made stylish suit, buttons, laces, crafted borders,footwear etc.
Panchkuian Marg Market, Delhi :
This is a famous furniture market at Panchkuian Marg near Rajiv Chowk Metro Station. You can purchase all kinds of antique & modern furniture, home décor items and wooden furniture at an affordable cost from this market.
Sarojini Market, Delhi :
Sarojini Market located in south Delhi is popular market of affordable designer and branded clothes, accessories, shoes, handicrafts, cosmetics, household and kitchen items, hookah pipes, books, music items and other trinkets/ornaments. Its nearest Metro Station is “Sarojini Nagar Metro Station”.
Janpath Market, Delhi :
Janpath market located in New Delhi is popular market for cheap clothes other items and its two streets are known as Gujarati Market and Tibetan Market. Visitors can purchase will get paintings, artworks, ethnic apparel, leather goods, pashmina shawls, embroidered handbags, carpets, cheap jewelry, brass trinkets and winter clothing at affordable cost. Its nearest Metro Station is Rajiv Chowk Metro Station”.
Paharganj Market, Delhi :
Paharganj Market located in Central Delhi is popular market for wholesale shopping of wooden statues, handicrafts, textiles, bohemian clothing, hookah pipes, handmade junk jewelry, earrings, necklaces, bangles, mirror-work dupattas, cushion covers, wall hangings, Leather Products, Western Wear, Jewellery CDs, dream-catchers etc. Its nearest Metro Station is “New Delhi Metro Station”.
Lajpat Market or Central Market, Delhi :
Lajpat Market or Central Market is famous market in south Delhi for affordable textiles, leather goods, replica of designer clothing, artificial Jewellery, electronic gadgets etc. Its , delectable food and food stalls selling momos, Chinese chaat and sandwiches etc is another attraction. Its Metro Station is “Lajpat Nagar Metro Station”.
Greater Kailash Market, Delhi :
Greater Kailash market is also a famous market of Delhi, its two sections M-Block and N-Block are famous for trendy and designer bags, clutches, blouse, kurta, palazzos, tops, lehengas and salwar suits at great discount. Its Metro Station is “Greatest Kailash Metro Station”.
Khan Market, Delhi :
Khan Market located in Rabindra Nagar, New Delhi is one of the oldest and the costliest markets in India. this market is famous for fashion boutiques, amazing bookstores, opticians, homewares & cafes, unique stationery, handmade papers, other festive decorations.This posh market is much liked by diplomats and Delhi’s influential.This market is paradise for shopaholics and foodies having best brand showrooms and restaurants. Khan Chacha’s tikkas and seekhs of this market are famous. Its Metro Station is “Khan Market Metro Station”.
Kamla Nagar market, Delhi :
Kamla Nagar market is Located in the Kamla Nagar, North Campus of University of Delhi. Its nearest Metro Station is “Pulbangash Metro Station”.
Sadar Bazaar/Market, Delhi :
Sadar Bazaar market dedicated mostly to household goods is wholesale markets located on western Khari Baoli. It’s nearest Metro Station is “Noida City Center Metro Station”.
Sundar Nagar Market, Delhi :
The pretty Sundar Nagar market located in New Delhi is famous for its antique shops and art houses, where visitors can purchase silver jewelry, carpets, textiles, art pieces, antique pieces etc. it is also a place to purchase authentic tea. Its nearest Metro Stations are Barakhamba Metro Station.
Ghazipur Phool Mandi / Market, Delhi :
Ghazipur Phool Mandi located in Ghaziabad, Delhi near Anand Vihar ISBT Metro Station is famous flower market for all types of flowers.
Nehru Place Market, Delhi :
The Nehru Place market, which is popular among IT specialists and tech-savvy people, is the biggest electronic market in Delhi. You can purchase all types of electronic instruments related to computer, mobile, printers, CCTV cameras etc and their accessories, both new and old. This market is located in Nehru Place near “Nehru Enclave metro station”.
Dilli Haats / Market, Delhi :
Three Delhi Haats markets i.e. INA, Pitampura and Janakpuri INA are designed in Delhi to raise the ambience of a traditional village by Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC). Some details of these Haats are as under:
Dilli Haat INA, Market, Delhi :
Delhi Haat INA located opposite the INA Market in the commercial centre of South Delhi, spread over a vast 6 acres, is the most popular one Dilli Haat. The registered craftsmen,at nominal payment for a period of 15 Days, can open stalls here to sell their products. The visitors will found traditional crafts and handloom products like copperware, chandeliers, cane & jute products, rosewood and sandalwood carvings, sophisticated fabric and drapery, gems, beads, embellished camel hide footwear, brassware, metal crafts, and silk and wool fabrics, etc. The visitors can also enjoy the delightful local foods from the various regions of India likes the momos from Sikkim, the Bamboos hot chicken from Nagaland, Kahwa & Kebabs from Jammu, Pooranpoli from Maharastra or the Gujrati Dhokla. Dilli Haat has an open-air theatre where cultural events are performed on a daily basis so it is a place to bring together rural art and folk culture
Dilli Haat Pitampura, Market, Delhi :
Dilli Haat Pitampura, spread in the area of 7.2 acres,located on just near the Netaji Subhash Place Metro Station is a boon for Art and Craft lovers. This Haat has more than 100 craft stalls along with Amphitheatre, air conditioned halls for exhibitions/ kitty party, conferences/ workshop/ seminars/ school functions, performing art/ music and dance show. Festivals are also organized in the Haat from time to time.
Dilli Haat Janakpuri, Market, Delhi :
Dilli Haat Janakpuri is located on Lal Sai Marg, Janak Puri opposite to Virender in New Delhi in an area of 8.00 acres. This, an open air shopper’s paradise , is a showcase of the country’s craft and cultural tradition along with a destination for music and food lovers.There are endless shopping opportunities for the visitors in about 100 Nos. of typical craft stalls, 74 Nos. open platform shops, 46 Nos. of A.C Shops having ethnic and exotic products and materials exclusive to India. Ample opportunity for food lovers in numbers of food stalls where the flavors from across the country cuisines from around the world available. This Haat has facility of various exhibitions, seminars, events etc with the security of the general public by CCTV cameras along with all basic amenities and parking.
Malls in Delhi :
Delhi has many best shopping malls with eye-catching decor, food court and cinema. Followings are some such malls:
City Walk Mall, Delhi :
City Walk is the biggest mall in Delhi located in Saket near “Malviya Nagar metro station”.
DLF Place Mall, Delhi :
DLF Place Mall is located adjacent to the famous malls i.e. City Walk on Press Enclave Marg in Saket District Center, New Delhi near “Malviya Nagar metro station”.
DLF Emporio Mall, Delhi :
DLF Emporio Mall is located in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi near “Vasant Vihar metro station”.
DLF Promenade Mall, Delhi :
DLF Promenade mall is located in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi near “Vasant Vihar metro station”.
Ambience Mall, Delhi :
Ambience Mall is most popular mall of Delhi located in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi near “Vasant Vihar metro station”.
Ansal Plaza Mall, Delhi:
Ansal Plaza is an old mall located at Andrews Ganj, Khel Gaon Marg, South Delhi near “South Extension metro station”.
DLF City Centre Mall, Delhi :
DLF City Centre Mall is located on Shaheed Udham Singh Marg, Shalimar Bagh, North Delhi near “Tagore Garden” metro station.
Pacific Mall, Delhi :
Pacific Mall is located in Tagore Garden, Najafgarh Road, New Delhi near “Tagore Garden” metro station.
Metro Walk Mall, Delhi :
Metro Walk is a big mall in Rohini, Sector 10 Near “Rithala Metro Station”.
V3S Mall, Delhi :
V3S mall is located at Vikas Marg, Laxmi Nagar, East Delhi near “Nirman Vihar metro station”.
TDI Mall, Delhi :
TDI mall is located at Shivaji Place, Vikas Enclave, West Delhi near “Rajouri Garden metro station”.
City Square Mall, Delhi:
City Square Mall is a popular malls in West Delhi at Najafgarh Road, Shivaji Place near “Rajouri Garden metro station”.
Cross River Mall, Delhi :
Cross River Mall located at Maharaja Surajmal Marg, Vishwas Nagar, West Delhi is the longest mall in Delhi. Its nearest metro station is “Karkarduma Metro Station”.
West Gate Mall, Delhi :
West Gate mall is located in Shivaji Place, Rajouri Garden in Delhi near “Rajouri Garden metro station”.