Amidst modern structures, Delhi houses spectacular monuments from the Khilji, Tughlaq, Lodhi and Mughal dynasties. Rediscover its rich history by exploring famous sites.
A Heritage Tour Of Delhi
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Muslim ruler Qutub-ud-dīn Aybak was the one to lay the foundations of this five-storied minaret that features decorative inscriptions.
Qutub Minar
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Commissioned by Emperor Humayun's wife Bega Begum and built by Persian architects, this is considered to be the first garden-tomb in India.
Humayun's Tomb
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The fort-palace of the Mughals is a spectacular structure made of red sandstone, hence also known as Lal Qila. It houses various palaces, gardens and chambers within.
Red Fort
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The Hall of Private Audiences in Red Fort was once the pride of the Mughals. With an ornate silver ceiling, it housed the grand peacock throne and the Kohinoor diamond too.
Diwan-i-Khas
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While you stroll, explore architectural marvels by the Lodhis with tombs of Mohammed Shah and Sikandar Lodi, Shisha Gumbad and Bara Gumbad.
Lodhi Gardens
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Built by Emperor Shah Jahan, the marvellous mosque is made of sandstone and white marble. It includes three main gates, four towers and two tall minarets.
Jama Masjid
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The last monumental tomb-garden of the Mughals, Safdarjung Tomb was built for Nawab Safdarjung in the 18th century. Not as grand as Humayun's Tomb, it still holds its charm.
Safdarjung Tomb
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Though originally built by Emperor Humayun, it was Sher Shah Suri of the Suri dynasty who defeated him and rebuilt the fort to construct a royal city.
Purana Qila
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The crumbling tombs of Hauz Khas brings forth a different era. Translating to ‘royal water tank', the complex was constructed during the reign of Allauddin Khilji.
Hauz Khas
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Built by Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq, the founder of the Tughlaq dynasty, in the early 14th century, legend says this fort was cursed and soon abandoned.
Tughlaqabad Fort
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This enormous fort was built by Feroz Shah Tughluq in the 14th century. It houses an Ashokan Pillar, Jama Masjid, a baoli and a large garden complex.
Feroz Shah Kotla Fort
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