Things to do in Delhi

Why go to Delhi

• Red Fort (Lal Qila)

  A UNESCO-listed Mughal fortress of staggering scale whose red sandstone walls and ornate palaces defined an empire.

• Qutb Minar Complex

  A soaring 73-meter minaret built in 1193 surrounded by ruins that blend Hindu, Islamic, and colonial layers of history.

• Humayun's Tomb

  The serene garden tomb that directly inspired the Taj Mahal, arguably more romantic with far fewer crowds.

• Chandni Chowk Bazaar

  One of Asia's oldest and most intoxicating markets, a labyrinth of spices, textiles, street food, and raw urban spectacle.

• Lotus Temple

  A breathtaking Baháʼí House of Worship shaped like an unfolding lotus flower, free to enter and open to all faiths.

Good to know in Delhi

• The Delhi Metro is clean, air-conditioned, and covers nearly every attraction for $0.20-0.60 per ride-buy a Tourist Card for unlimited travel at $3.50/day.
• Tipping is not mandatory but rounding up at dhabas or leaving 10% at sit-down restaurants is appreciated; avoid tipping auto-rickshaw drivers unless they use the meter.
• Do not drink tap water; stick to sealed bottled water (~$0.25/liter) or use a quality filter bottle-even locals rarely drink unfiltered tap water.
• The National Museum and several ASI-protected monuments offer free or heavily discounted entry on the last Friday of the month or for specific national holidays-check ASI's website before you go.

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