Delhi

Delhi is truly a symbol of the old and the new, a blend of ancient well preserved monuments and temples along with jam-packed burger joints and upmarket shopping malls. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. The city is lushed with a plethora of temples, forts, mosques as well as parks, gardens and beautiful colonial mansions. Delhi may seem daunting to a first time visitor but as a national capital and the gateway to the North, it is a must visit city on any travelers itinerary. Impressive museums and interesting nightlife, Delhi has a lot to offer for everyone.

Delhi is unique in that it has representative outlets for the handicrafts of each Indian state. This in it self presents a staggering array of goods, and at very affordable prices. In the last decade there has been a dramatic change in Delhi's markets. Upwardly mobile lifestyle has led to greater sophistication in display and upgrading of various markets in terms of availability of items.

Delhi is one of the major tourist destination, where international tourist inflow is also quite good. So the options of luxurious accommodations are plenty. If you are a budget travellers, there are numerous tourist lodges as well mid-range hotels in Delhi.
How to Get there

Air : Delhi is well connected by air with many airlines flying into and out of Delhi. There are two airports, the Safdarjang airport and the Indira Gandhi International Airport. The Indira Gandhi International Airport is located some 23-kms away from the city center.

Rail : Delhi is very well connected by rail to all parts of India. Delhi currently has five railway stations. The main office for making train reservations is located between the New Delhi Station and Connaught Place on Chelmsford Road.

Road : Delhi is Linked with Bus Services of Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and state roadways of the neighbouring states to all important cities and destinations in North India. The Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) located at Kashmiri Gate is fully equipped with a bank counter, tourist information center, post office and snack bars.