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Things to do in New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
New Delhi is all at once chaotic and calm, a complicated city where cows often wander the shanty-lined streets. The 17th century Red Fort is a mass of domes and turrets, while Chandni Chowk is an exercise in friendly haggling. Jantar Mantar features larger-than-life sundials and astronomical instruments that are still used to predict the weather. Travelers and locals flock to the India Gate, the national monument of India that honors the soldiers who died in World War I and the Third Afghan War.
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1. Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque
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4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By AZCasualTraveler - Mesa, United States
The Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque is said to be the first Muslim Mosque in India after the defeat of the Hindu rulers. The architecture is very unique to this Mosque. In one of the photos attached, you can see a structure with several rows of columns - all of which have a different ornate hand carved design - nice! The Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque is located in an area known as the Qutub Minar Complex which consists of several interesting and important historical structures including the Qutub Minar tower, Kahalji Tomb and other structures. The whole Complex has been designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.
2. Jamali Kamali Tomb and Mosque
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4.0 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom
This mosque complex was built and named in honour of Shaikh Jamali Kamboh, a Lodi Dynasty era Sufi saint who was revered by the islamic rulers of the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughal Empire. The mosque is beautifully preserved considering it’s been around since the early 16th century. The main prayer hall is like many Lodi era mosques in Delhi, that is, narrow and looks like a colonnade. Entrance to the hall is through one of 5 archways, with the central arch decorated using common Lodi architectural flourishes such fluted columns and oriel windows. An interesting feature of the prayer hall is the corner joints between the arches. Instead of the usual recess typical of Lodi architecture, the corners protrude outwards with what looks like cornices stacked one above another. The Jamali Kamali Tomb and Mosque is the best thing to see in the Mehrauli Archaeological Park, and being free makes it well worth the time to visit.
3. Hauz i Shamsi
4. Darya Khan Tomb
5. Begumpuri Masjid
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4.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By sbkhare - New Delhi, India
This is the second biggest mosque of Delhi after Jama Masjid. It is in the medieval city of Jahanpanah founded by Mohd Bin Tughlaq. It has a massive courtyard where the huge gathering of people could take place for offering namaz. It has 64 domes and the courtyard is surrounded by living quarters for the pupils of madarsa inside the mosque. The monument is now completely surrounded present day colonies of Sarvapriya Vihar and Vijay Mandal Enclave. It needs urgent repairs for preservation.
6. Iltutmish's Tomb
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4.0 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By JoyBoseRoy - Bengaluru, India
This is the tomb of a 13th century Sultan of delhi from slave dynasty. The tomb itself is in marble and structure around it in red sandstone. Quranic verses and floral motifs are richly carved around it. It's a structure of the highest skill and beauty.
7. Firoz Shah Tughlaq Tomb
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4.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By curatorofmemories - Hyderabad, India
The tomb, a square chamber, is made of local quartzite rubble with a surface plaster finish that sparkled in white colour when completed. The door, pillars and lintels were made of grey quartzites while red sandstone was used for carvings of the battlements. The door way depicts a blend of Indian and Islamic architecture.
8. Zafar Mahal
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4.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Travellove1025 - New Delhi, India
This is the last ever palace built by Mughals. This is tucked inside the gullies of Mehrauli village next to the dargah of Qutbuddin Bhaktiyar Kaki. The palace is now completely in ruins and is encroached by local buildings on one side. It also has the spot where Bahadur Shah Zafar wanted to get buried after his death. The spot still lies vacanct.
9. Iron Pillar of Delhi
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4.0 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By 994linday - Frisco, United States
The famous Iron or Ashoka Pillar is currently standing in the Qutub Minar complex in the courtyard of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque. Composed of 98 per cent wrought iron, the pillar dates to about 400 AD and incredulously has proven to be rust-resistant for 1,600 years! An inscription on the pillar states that it was erected in honor of the Hindu God Vishu and in the memory of Gupta King Chandra. Estimated weight is over 13,000 pounds (6,000 kg). How were the ancient Indian iron smiths able to craft such a pillar with the tools of that time? And how was it moved here? Fascinating history! Qutub Minar is a must-see for any New Delhi tourist.
10. Qutub Minar
Construction on this sandstone minaret was begun in 1192. Surrounded by other historical sites, it is the most popular monument in India. Miniature Souvenir is available at Luv Indiya, 12 B Janpath Market, Connaught Place, New Delhi
Reviewed By sorayak395
Tallest brick minaret in the world. you must praise the beautiful monument and the surrounding. "Qutb Complex" includes: Iron Pillar of Delhi, Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, Alai Darwaza, the Tomb of Iltutmish, Alai Minar, Ala-ud-din's Madrasa and Tomb, the Tomb of Imam Zamin, Major Smith's Cupola and Sanderson's Sundial.
