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Delhi is the capital of India. Delhi is historically and culturally connected to

both the Upper Doab of the Ganga-

Yamuna river system and Punjab region. It

has a big history.

It was continuously inhabited since the 6th

century BC. It has served as a capital of

various kingdoms and empires.

Delhi connects with a heart with a very famous phrase Dilli hai dilwalon ki Dilli. Dilli is in Hindustani language. Delhi has very popular tourist places which are rich with its history, architecture and culture.

Red Fort was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648 as the palace of his fortified capital Shahjahnabad. It is located in the centre of Delhi and houses a number of

museums. It is built by red sandstones. Its major

structures are Chawari Bazar, Lahori Gate, Delhi

Gate, Chhatta Chowk, Naubat Khana, Diwan-i-

Aam, Mumtaz Mahal, Rang Mahal, Khas Mahal,

Diwan-i-Khas, Baoli, Shahi Burj, Hayat Bakhsh

Bagh, Princes quarter, etc.

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Every year on Independence Day, 15

August, Prime Minister of India hoists the

Tiranga (tricolor) national flag at the main gate of Red Fort and delivers a nationally

broadcast speech from its ramparts.

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Humayus Tomb is commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 156970,he was the son of former Mughal Emperor Humayu. Qutub Minar was built by Qutub-UD-Din-Aibak in 1200 CE.

He was the founder of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutab Minar is 120 meters tallest brick minarety in the world and second tallest minar in India after Fateh Burj in Mahroli. It is surrounded by the several ancient and medieval monuments.

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Purana Quila is the oldest fort in Delhi. It is situated on the banks of Yamuna river,

was constructed by the Pandavas as

Indraprastha 5000 years ago, during the

Indus Valley Civilization. The current

structure of Purana Quila was built by the

founder of the Suri dynasty Sher Shah Suri. He defeated Mughal Emperor Humayu in

1540, and named it Purana Quila.

It is built by red sandstones and marbles. It is five storey minar (building).

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You can buy anything you want, eat

whatever you want to eat. Present

Delhi consists of mughal delights as

well as Punjabi. No matter you are

vegetarian or nonvegetarian it serves you everything. After a

visiting in Delhi you will say Dilwalon ki Dilli.

There is a lot more to know about

the history. If you visit the historical

places of Delhi then come with a lot

of free time. Delhi has a long history

stories to tell you.

Thanks!

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