5 historical places to visit in Delhi this Independence Day
Delhi is home to India's history, showcased through beautiful monuments and stunning architecture. This Independence Day, soak it in by visiting these historic places in the capital.
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A story as old as time, this fort has been witnessed several key Indian freedom struggle movements. It was built by Humayun and offers a great blend of Islamic architecture with layers of history.
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Purana Qila
This is a testament to ancient Indian astronomical brilliance. Built by Maharaja Jai Singh II, it is actually an astronomical observatory that was used to measure time and celestial movements.
Jantar Mantar
This architectural marvel majestically towers over the city. It was built in around early 13th century and holds great historical significance. After sunset, with airplanes flying by, the monuments looks mesmerising.
Qutub Minar
The red sand stone structure is a symbol of peak Mughal architecture. It was commissioned by Shah Jahan when he decided to shift the Mughal capital. It is where the first celebration of Indian Independence took place.
Red Fort
On August 15, every year,flag is hoisted at the Red Fort followed by flower show and parade.
This is where the city's pulse is. It is actually a war memorial that has names of martyrs who lost their lives in World War 1 and the Third Afghan War carved on it.
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