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Delhi is the capital of India. Delhi is historically and culturally connected to
both the Upper Doab of the Ganga-
Yamuna river system and Punjab region. It
has a big history.
It was continuously inhabited since the 6th
century BC. It has served as a capital of
various kingdoms and empires.
Delhi connects with a heart with a very famous phrase Dilli hai dilwalon ki Dilli. Dilli is in Hindustani language. Delhi has very popular tourist places which are rich with its history, architecture and culture.
Red Fort was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648 as the palace of his fortified capital Shahjahnabad. It is located in the centre of Delhi and houses a number of
museums. It is built by red sandstones. Its major
structures are Chawari Bazar, Lahori Gate, Delhi
Gate, Chhatta Chowk, Naubat Khana, Diwan-i-
Aam, Mumtaz Mahal, Rang Mahal, Khas Mahal,
Diwan-i-Khas, Baoli, Shahi Burj, Hayat Bakhsh
Bagh, Princes quarter, etc.
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Every year on Independence Day, 15
August, Prime Minister of India hoists the
Tiranga (tricolor) national flag at the main gate of Red Fort and delivers a nationally
broadcast speech from its ramparts.
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Humayus Tomb is commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 156970,he was the son of former Mughal Emperor Humayu. Qutub Minar was built by Qutub-UD-Din-Aibak in 1200 CE.
He was the founder of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutab Minar is 120 meters tallest brick minarety in the world and second tallest minar in India after Fateh Burj in Mahroli. It is surrounded by the several ancient and medieval monuments.
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Purana Quila is the oldest fort in Delhi. It is situated on the banks of Yamuna river,
was constructed by the Pandavas as
Indraprastha 5000 years ago, during the
Indus Valley Civilization. The current
structure of Purana Quila was built by the
founder of the Suri dynasty Sher Shah Suri. He defeated Mughal Emperor Humayu in
1540, and named it Purana Quila.
It is built by red sandstones and marbles. It is five storey minar (building).
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You can buy anything you want, eat
whatever you want to eat. Present
Delhi consists of mughal delights as
well as Punjabi. No matter you are
vegetarian or nonvegetarian it serves you everything. After a
visiting in Delhi you will say Dilwalon ki Dilli.
There is a lot more to know about
the history. If you visit the historical
places of Delhi then come with a lot
of free time. Delhi has a long history
stories to tell you.
Thanks!
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