Delhi being the capital of India, reflects the cultural diversity and religious unity of India. It is difficult to define the culture and religion of India. As there is a continuous inflow of people from all parts of India, the cultural diversity is very prominent. Being an ancient city Delhi has the shadows of its past. It is said that the Delhi is losing its charm but still the glory of the past looms large its life-style. The Indian city of New Delhi boasts of a rich cultural heritage. This varied cultural heritage of New Delhi is reflected in its art, craft, music, and dance.

Delhi might be changing with time it has always done so but it has never shelved the past. There are discos for youngsters to swing their body through out the night, but still the Quwallies at the Nizamuddin Shrine floats in the air, the silence of the night is broken by the Prabhat ferries and the singing of Gurbani (the verses from the Granth Sahaib), the bells in the temples still tells about God being every where, the Sunday masses in Churches still attract the otherwise busy residents of India. People take a break from the hurried life during the ancient fairs and festivals like 'Phoolwalo-Ki-Sair which are still oraganised in traditional way. Delhi- the commercial hub has many tourist attractions to offer. Visit vibrant shopping complex of Connaught Place, Delhi Haat for handicraft goods and delicious food bonanza. Pay a visit to Red Fort and Qutub Minar to view the excellence of Mughal architecture.

Places to see

• India Gate
  It is a high-arched memorial in tribute to the soldiers martyred in the Afghan War. it has the names of all these heroic men inscribed on it. India Gate also hosts the parade of the Indian Republic Day on 26th January each year. It is a nice tourist spot too teeming with children, vendors and both Indian and Foreigner tourists.
• Red Fort
  This fascinating red sandstone fort is an example of the rich Mughal architecture. The magnificent Red Fort, which is also the venue for India's Independence Day celebrations, takes you to a journey back in time to the era of mighty Mughal ruler, Shahjahan. Red Fort is a venue to the Independence Day parade of India.
• Qutub Minar
  This 240 ft tall tower is the tallest monument in India ushered in the new Indo-Islamic style of architecture. A 7m (23ft) high iron pillar stands in the courtyard of the mosque.
• Connaught Place
  Connaught Place is the most happening place and shopping paradise in New Delhi. It is the central business district of New Delhi. It houses some of the best restaurants, discos and hotels of the city.
• Lotus Temple
  Lotus Temple, a beautiful white marble building is a place of worship for Bahai people. It is worth visiting for those in search of spiritual rejuvenation.
• Humayun's Tomb
  Its the sandstone mausoleum of Humayun, built by his widow to house the mortal remains of her dead husband.
• Jama Masjid
  Described as the most beautiful mosque in India, Jama Masjid is located in the centre of the old city, some quarter of a mile from the Red Fort. It is also known as 'Masjid-i-Jahan Numa', where 'Jahan' means 'World' and Numa means 'Visible'. It was built by Shajahan between 1644 and 1658. For the construction of the mosque, five thousand artisans were deployed. Having three gateways, four angle towers and two minarets standing 40m high, it is constructed of alternating vertical strips of red sandstone and white marble.
• Birla Mandir
  Built by family of famous industrialist R.D.Birla, Laxmi Narayan Temple is the most popular Hindu temple in Delhi. It was inaugurated in 1938 by Mahatma Gandhi on the condition that people of all strata of society be allowed to offer prayers. The temple is dedicated to Laxmi and Narayana. The festival of Janmashtami is celebrated with great fervor in the temple, when lakhs of devotees visit the temple.

How To Reach Delhi

• By Air
  Delhi being the capital of India, is the main gateway city for northern India with a modern airport. All major international air carriers operate direct services to Delhi from various centres in the world.
• By Rail
  Delhi is the hub of the Indian Railways network with Express trains to all parts of the country. Delhi is well connected to almost every part of India.
• By Road
  Delhi is linked by bus services, airconditioned, deluxe and ordinary, to all major destinations in north India. Delhi Transport Corporation and Road Transport Corporations of neighboring States provide frequent bus services.