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The Ethereal Delhi - UNESCO World Heritage Sites of The Capital City




When it comes to traveling in India, no introduction is needed. Visit any city or place of India you will get something or the other extraordinary to witness and experience. If you want to experience the perfect blend of modern and the ancient, then kick start your expedition in Delhi. Delhi is the national capital with lots of places to explore. This city alone hosts three UNESCO World Heritage sites. It is pretty amazing how the ancient monuments and edifices have remained unshaken in all these years. Visiting these structures will take you back to the Mughal era, still considered to be the epitome of grandiosity. 

In this blog, we will look at the three UNESCO world heritage sites where you can soak in the splendor of the glamorous past.

Humayun’s Tomb

The kind Mughal emperor, Humayun, rests in peace within this massive tomb. This tomb is a work of art and exquisite beauty that showcases the finesse of Mughal architecture. The structure looks extremely pretty and is a place where tourists flock from all around the world. The premise of Humayun’s Tomb also houses the lesser-known, Isa Khan’s tomb, which is equally beautiful. However, Humayun’s tomb is way bigger and looks somewhat like The Taj Mahal. The garden around Humayun’s Tomb looks mesmerizing, and you will feel there is peace prevailing all around, even though it is situated well within the city. The spectacular architecture, the intricacies of Islamic artwork, the beautiful location, and everything else is so unique and surreal about this place that you can never get enough of it. This beautiful place is just 17.1 km away from Delhi Airport. 

Qutub Minar

This lovely tower and the remains of the Slave Dynasty situated on the premises adorn the southern part of the city. Qutub Minar is known all over the world for its height which is 72m. This enormous tower is all about Islamic artworks, scripts, and much more. This tower is one of the most ancient remains of the slave dynasty. This place is rich in history, and what remains is the skeleton of the past, maybe a little more. The beautiful structures will not fail to astound you at all.

The beauty of this place is ineffable. The Quwwat al-Islam Mosque is one of the ancient mosques in the entire country. Of course, how can you also ignore The Great Iron Pillar, which stands tall in the vicinity? This pillar dates back to the Gupta Dynasty, and since then, it has stood the test of time. This Iron Pillar is the prominent example of advancement in the field of metallurgy during the Gupta period, which is also known as the ‘Golden age of India’. The genius of Indian craftsmanship is well understood by looking at the nearby pillars, buildings, walls, and much more. Spend some quality time in this complex to known the glorious history of India.

Red Fort

This magnificent fort built in the heart of the city has a track record of attracting tourists from all across the globe every year. This lovely fort was erected, under the commands of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. The builders used red sandstones to build this imposing building, hence the name. This fort is more of a palace which, is truly enchanting. Red Fort is perfect for Insta-ready pictures so, utilize your tour to the fullest and click some awe-inspiring images of this humongous fort to make your feed look eye-catching. Several intriguing stories and secrets about this fort, are you up for knowing those? 

Now it is your time to behold the grand heritage of Delhi. Love these extraordinary places to pieces for you know in your hearts of heart that these places are exotic. Get the vibrant taste of Indian culture and traditions that will get etched in your memories forever!

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