Delhi Tourism

Gurudwara Sisganj
Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib embraced martyrdom in Delhi on November 11th, 1675. Bhai Jaita and his associates brought his head to Chakk Nanaki. The cremation of the head (sis) of Guru Sahib was held at the site of the present gurudwara on November 17th, 1675. The trunk of the tree under which the Guru was martyred and the well where he took his daily bath while in prison are preserved here to this day.

HANUMAN MANDIR
Situated on the Bada Kharak Singh Road (old Irwin Road) about 250m southwest of Connaught Circus, this temple is of little architectural importance. The residents of Delhi are, however, particularly devoted to it. The original temple appears to have been constructed by Maharaja Jai Singh about the same times as the Jantar -Mantar, but has undergone large scale renewals since then.

Digambar Jain Mandir
It is an impressive red sandtone temple, with a small marble courtyard, located at the eastern end of Chandni Chowk facing the Red Fort. It was built in 1656 and contains the image of God Adinath. It has a bird hospital within its premises, which is run by Jain monks of the Digambara sect.

Bangla Sahib Gurudwara
The Gurdwara is located next to Gol Dak Khana, on the north of Gurdwara is Baba Kharag Singh Marg while on south is the Ashoka road, near Connaught Place.When Guru Sahib was called to Delhi by Aurangzeb on the behest of his brother Ram Rai, he was entertained royally and hosted by Mirza Raja Jai Singh who made arrangements of the Guru's stay at Delhi in his own palace. Diwan Dargah Mull, Bhai Gurditta Ji, Bhai Mati Das Ji and the mother of the Guru Ji had accompanied him. Raja Jai Singh dedicated this palace in the memory of the Guru Sahib, which is today famous as Gurdwara Bangla Sahib. About Bangla Sahib it is also said that sixth Guru Sri Hargobind Sahib after getting released the 52 kings from the Gwalior fort had stayed here on his arrival in Delhi.

Chattarpur Mandir
One of the most popular Hindu temples around Delhi, Chhatarpur Temple is located at a distance of 4 kms. from Qutb Minar. Extended over a wide area in serene ambiance, the temple presents a classic example of modern temple architecture that embodies extensive use of marbles. The main Temple is dedicated to goddess Durga, while the devotees can also worship Shiva, Vishnu, Lakshmi or Ganesh in adjoining temples.During Durga Puja days, this place attracts a large number of devotees, who gather here to offer prayers. It is believed that tying a thread on a tree located in the temple premises will get the desired wishes fulfilled. Round-the-clock discourses and prayers are held which any devotee can participate. It is a big temple complex that represents both the South and North Indian style of architecture.

Kalkaji Mandir: Situated beyond the commercial complex of Nehru Place lies this temple dedicated to the goddess Kalka Devi. Its oldest section dates back to 1764 and additions were made in the mid-19th century. However most of the building is modern. Thousands of pilgrims throng the temple, especially in October during the nine days of navratrey, when a huge fair is held here.

Jama Masjid
One of the Architectural gift given by Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques not only in Delhi but in India.Completed in 1658 this Mosque has three gateways, Four angle towers and two 40 m. high minarets. You can enter the mosque but take precaution to take off your shoes and make sure that you are properly dressed before entering . One can also go to the top of minarets. From here you can have a birds eye view of Delhi.

The Bahai Temple
Completed in 1986 ,the Bahai temple is set amidst pools and gardens , and adherents of any faith are free to visit the temple and pray or meditate silently according to their own religion . The structure is in lotus shape so it often called the lotus temple. The view of the temple is very spectacular just before dusk when the temple is flood lit.

Nizam-ud-din Shrine
The tomb of the famous sufi saint Nizam-ud-din Auliya built on the way from Humayun's tomb.Inside the premises of the shrine is a tank which is surrounded by many other tombs. It is said that there was a controversy between the rulers of Tughlakabad and the saint over building this tank.The saint had said that the city of Tughlakabad will never flourish and so did it happen. The shrine also has the tomb of Amir Khusru and the grave of Jahanara , the daughter of Shah Jahan. It is worth visiting the shrine at around sunset on Thursdays , as it is a popular time for worship , and qawwali singers start performing after the evening prayers.

Birla Mandir
This temple was build by G. D. Birla in 1938. This beautiful temple is located in the west of Connaught Place.The temple is dedicated to the goddess of prosperity and good fortune. The temple has well grafted gardens. It is also known as the Lakshmi Narayan Temple.

The temple is designed in the Orissan style, with tall curved towers capped by large amalakas (circular ribbed motif at the summit of a temple tower). The exterior is faced with the white marble and red sandstone typical of Delhi’s Mughal architecture. The interior court is overlooked by two-storey verandahs on three sides; there are gardens and fountains at the rear. In spite of the profusion of sculptures, idols, spires and jalis, the temple cannot be praised much in architectural terms. It is too showy and ostentatious, somehow an obvious display of wealth.

Iskcon Temple
Completed in 1998, this is a complex of temples. Built on a hilly place this temple is dedicated to the Lord Krishna and was built by the Hare-Rama Hare-Krishna cult followers.This complex is elegantly build and is one of the largest temple complexes in India.