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Mandy Chagger

Finding a flight to Delhi might not always be easy, but it will definitely be worth it. Delhi is an area that one should visit at least once in a lifetime, because of the amazing things to see and do. If you can find a flight to Delhi, no matter what you might pay for it, it will be well worth the price.

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Delhi is the second largest metropolis in all of India, and second only to Mumbai, or Bombay. The city has a population of 13 million people, and there are almost 22 million that live in the entire Delhi. Delhi is one of the most popular destinations in the country because of its location in Northern India. It is also a popular destination because it is literally one of the oldest places in the world. It is a city that has been continuously inhabited since early civilizations. This makes taking a flight to Delhi on a vacation will provide you with the opportunity to see many historical sites, and to be a part of current, living history.
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SHWETA RAWAT

Give yourself a break from the busy, hectic and stressful schedule of daily official life and plan a weekend getaway with your pals and loved ones. There are many destinations to enjoy your weekend from Delhi. Manali is administratively a part of the Kullu valley and it lies in the Beas river valley set at an astounding height of 1955mts above sea level. Manali is one of the most popular hill stations of north India and is also considered as one of the best weekend getaway from Delhi. [Photograph by Dennis G.Jarvis] The population of Manali is approximately 32,000. The ancient route to Ladhakh commences from Manali. Manali is situated 540kms from New Delhi which is can be reached in 15 to 16 hours easily.

Agra is situated 180kms from Badarpur Border of New Delhi which one can cover this distance in 5hr. Agra is a city on the banks of Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh. Agra is famous for one of the 7 wonders of the earth Taj Mahal. Thousands of tourists visit Taj Mahal every week of the year.
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ROJAR MARK

Delhi, Delhi India is a fascinating place to visit with many historical sights to see as well as several modern facilities to ensure the entire family will enjoy their stay. Delhi is the second largest metropolis in India and was established with residents from around 6th century BC, providing the area with many historical attractions from ancient monuments to medieval structures. Even though you may believe that you are stepping back into                Dennis G.Jarvis                          time when visiting Delhi, there are many modern conveniences as well including hotels, restaurants, and shopping excursions.

When you visit Delhi, you must visit a few of the monument that call Delhi home such as the India Gate, Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Jama Masjid, and the Lotus Temple.

India Gate
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Richard Chapo

Like many cities in India, Delhi is packed to the gills with people. Delhi is unique, however, because it mixes the old with the new.

New Delhi

If you fly into Delhi, you will inevitably end up in New Delhi. This section of the city is very modern in relation to the rest of the country. Roads are wide and organized with something other than a chaos theme. You’ll actually be able to walk without feeling like a cow in a heard, which is [ Photograph byDennis G.Jarvis ] very unique in India. On the other hand, New Delhi just doesn’t have that ancient Indian charm found in other cities. It’s a good place to get a hotel room, but you’ll need to venture into the city proper to get a taste of India.

Old Delhi

Old Delhi is where the action is if you really want to experience India. The streets are a chaotic mass of markets, overbuilt streets, signage that would make Las Vegas blush and monuments to the past. The best way to see Old Delhi is to catch an auto rickshaw to the Red Fort and then just start wandering around the bazaars and old markets. Hotels will try to rent you mopeds, but this isn’t advisable if you’re hitting Old Delhi. The chaos will overwhelm you and you definitely don’t want to run into a sacred cow.
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By Aparajita Shankar

Delhi, the heart of India is also known as mini India Rome of the East. This historical Indian city is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world. Delhi has been the capital of several empires in ancient India and has grown up to be a cosmopolitan city owing to the immigration of people from across the country.

The legendary city has a mini India feel to it. The culture of Delhi is liberal and tolerable and people from different parts of India [ Photograph by - Dennis G.Jarvis ] have come and made Delhi their home.

New Delhi is third largest city and capital of India and is a combination of the ancient and the modern Indian culture. The city is a major attraction and one of the most important tourist destinations in India. It is a magnificent place to explore and is the ideal holiday option for your tours to India.
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by SANJOG KR

Incredible North India is a land of breath-taking attractions, some of which are world famous. North India Tours take you through a journey filled with beauty, excitement, adventure, pleasure and luxury. Whether you are planning a honeymoon trip or wish to spend some quality time with your family, North India is the best bet.

Steeped in rich cultural heritage

Fashioned in a heavenly style

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Deeply rooted in beliefs and traditions

Dotted with fascinating attractions

The crown of India

That’s North India

Ready to fire your imagination with its bewitching attractions, North India is a home to some of the finest tourist destinations in India. Whether you want to refresh yourself with scenic beauty or sit in the lap of luxury, experience the wilderness of wild creatures, explore amazing architectural marvels, get high on adventure or participate in colorful and unique celebrations, North India will please you to the core.

Jewels Of North India

Jammu and Kashmir

Internationally fames as the ‘paradise on earth’, Jammu and Kashmir is a destination with unparalleled beauty. Its romantic aura, captivating lakes, amazing shrines, beautiful gardens and interesting houseboats beckon you to have a paradisaical experience.
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by Deepali Sharma

The boisterous and strong Bhagirathi river gushes down from the one side and the calm and quiet Alaknanda flows in from the other, merging to form what we know as the as holy Ganges river. This is one of the five sacred confluences in the hills of Uttarankhand and the place is Devprayag, a small town in the Tehri district of Uttarakhand.

Photograph by – Deepali Sharma Sanwal

As I travel along the Ganges from Rishikesh to Devprayag, my paternal village, I am overwhelmed with a feeling of belonging and nostalgia of my childhood days, spent running around in the mango orchards and trekking to nearby hills. As a child, I had done this journey every summer with my parents to visit my grandparents. Years later, I wanted to relive the experience and decided to do away with my car and jumped into a local bus. As our bus by passed the Laxman Jhula in Rishikesh and moved up the meandering roads, the driver put on pahari music which seemed to resonate in the valleys all around. I could hear myself humming to the tunes I had grown up listening to.
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Jane S

One of the biggest metropolis in India, Delhi is home to whopping population of millions of people. The historical, cultural and the political center of the country, Delhi has gradually emerged as the industrial hub of the Northern India. A heady mix of the old and new, Delhi retains the old heritage and glory and is one of the most modern cities in India with skyscrapers and neon lit malls. A city with its antiquity dating back to more than 2,000 years, Delhi is the one of the oldest places in the world. From street bazaars to plush shopping malls and from historic monuments to contemporary buildings, Delhi is full of surprises!

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Delhi has witnessed the ascent and descent of several mighty empires, this is why you will find a number of historical monuments in the city, each one representing a different era. Many of the interesting sites found in and around the city are the ruins of the buildings and areas that played a crucial role in the history of India. This is merely a reason why thousands of visitors take flights to delhi. Some of the most popular venues in Delhi include; the Red Fort and Jama Masjid, the quaint streets of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi, and Lotus temple, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, and the newly constructed Akshardham temple in New Delhi.
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By vini

The lively capital of India, the glorious pink city and alluring state of Taj Mahal, what stands common in this trio is the famous Golden Triangle, which brings them together. Welcome to Golden Triangle Tours and travel to live the saga of India with us.

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If you are planning to enjoy the royal glory and beauty of India, then plan your leisure trip with us and get soaked with the comfort that we serve. The tour package of Golden Triangle India is a fine concoction of enjoyment with relaxation. As we believe in serving leisure with comfort to all kinds of tourists, we offer range of tour packages to the destinations of golden triangle of Northern India.
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By: John Binder

New Delhi, part of what is commonly referred to as just Delhi (yes, there is an Old Delhi), is the most ideal base from which to discover the marvels and wonders of India’s ancient subcontinent. Travel to New Delhi to discover India’s capital city, one of the oldest existing cities in the world, then journey to Agra to see the Taj Mahal and heighten your senses in the Himalayas on your way back. Find airfare to New Delhi in minutes with cFares and experience the colorful mosaic of east and west cultures in the heart of a Delhi marketplace before you know it

Not So New Delhi

It is believed that Delhi has been destroyed and rebuilt nearly a dozen times since its original establishment sometime close to 5000 years ago; surprisingly, this fact only adds to the incredible historical appeal of the clustered districts, royal edifices and spiritual sanctuaries. The generational layers of history and architecture are apparent in monuments, public art displays, and ancient gardens as New Delhi expanded to the south of the old city, incorporating preexisting communities and infrastructure.

Today, New Delhi is considered the center of the city and also the seat of government. The colossal Rashtrapati Bhavan (Presidential Palace) is a magnificent structure originally titled the Viceroy’s House under British rule. The 350 room palace displays a well studied blend of classical Greek and Indian architecture. If you are lucky enough to travel to New Delhi in February you will find the blooming red rose gardens open to the public. Make your way to the east side of New Delhi and back into time at the Red Fort, one of the most glorious royal compounds still standing today. Notable buildings include the Jewel Palace, Mumtaz Mahal, which once housed the Sultan’s harem and the Diwan-i-Khas, Hall of Private Audience, which was constructed entirely of marble.

Navigating New Delhi

New Delhi is centered about to major circles: Connaught Place and India Gate. Connaught Place is an excellent place to begin your walking and get acquainted with the pace and lifestyle of India’s bustling commercial zones. You will find the largest collection of crafts and trade stores in the comfort of indoor air conditioning as well as excellent bargaining opportunities. To the south, India Gate stands as a monument to Indian soldiers who died in World War I. Nearby you will find the National Museum, a must see for comprehensive Indian culture and heritage, and the Tibet House, founded by the Dalai Lama to promote the preservation and perseverance of Tibetan culture. The long wide avenue from India Gate to the President’s Palace, Rajpath, provides a wonderful escape for a quieter walk and expanses of grass ideal for a midday picnic.

Remember to take the extremes of weather into account when booking your airfare to New Delhi on cFares. The summer months exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit on a regular basis while late spring offers the rainy season and the winter months drop all the way down to zero. The ideal time to explore the vast and monumental sights of New Delhi is during October-November and February-March when temperatures are more mild on average.

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