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7 Day Itinerary in Delhi
Edit ThisWith its rich culture and history Delhi, India has many centers of
attraction that are impossible to experience completely on a seven
day tour. By the end of your trip, you will be planning your next trip
here very soon. Here's a 7-day Delhi Itinerary:
Day 1: Akshardham Temple Tour
The Akashardham Temple is a major tourist site in Delhi. You can
take a metro to Akshardham. The temple complex is a combination of
place of worship, cultural tours, art and exhibition. The
temple remains closed on Mondays.
Day 2: Visit to Historic Red Fort
Built in red sandstone by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Red Fort
is one of the heritage sites located in Old Delhi. Rang Mahal and Meena
Bazar are some of its centers of attraction. Just opposite The Red
Fort is the famous Jama Masjid, which is one of the oldest mosques in the
country. Old Delhi is connected by metro services.
Day 3: South Delhi Temples Tour
The famous Lotus Temple of the Bahai Faith is located in South Delhi.
Standing amid the lush green landscaping, this lotus shaped temple is a
perfect example of modern architecture. Just close to it is the famous
ISKCON Temple of the Hare Rama Hare Krishna cult. The epic Ramayana and
Mahabharata Multimedia show is a must see here.
Day 4: Cultural Tour in Delhi
You can visit the Crafts Museum to see the traditional Indian art,
crafts, jewelry, textile and tribal craft. This is the best place to
know the famous crafts of all the Indian states under one roof. The
museum remains close on Mondays. You can take a metro to Pragati Maidan
to reach here.
Day 5: Delhi sightseeing
Visit the famous Qutub Minar in Mehrauli region of South Delhi.
Chattarpur Mandir is another center of attraction here. The big statue
of Hanuman, The Monkey God, is a must see in the temple complex. The
best way to end your day is a visit to the Garden of five senses, which
is in the vicinity. It's a perfect place to relax after a tiring day.
Day 6: Enjoy Shopping
For budget travelers, the best place to shop in Delhi is Janpath in
Connaught Place. If you're interested in brand shopping, South
Extension, Khan Market and Greater Kailash Market are the best places.
You can visit Chandni Chowk, Lajpat Nagar for the best stores carrying Indian
clothes.
Day 7: Out of Delhi
Before you leave Delhi you can visit the India Gate. Take a tour of the Rashtrapati Bhawan. You can also visit the famous Mughal Garden here, known for its wide variety of flowers. However, it's open to the public only during February and March.
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