About Delhi
India's Mughal heart — Red Fort, Jama Masjid (India's largest mosque), Chandni Chowk's legendary halal food, Humayun's Tomb, and the gateway to the Taj Mahal in Agra.
Delhi is where India's Mughal heritage shines brightest. The Red Fort, Jama Masjid (one of the world's largest mosques), and Humayun's Tomb (the precursor to the Taj Mahal) are UNESCO masterpieces. Chandni Chowk is India's most celebrated food street — the halal kebabs, biryani, and sweets of Old Delhi are legendary. For Gulf visitors, Delhi's Islamic heritage creates deep connections. The city is also the gateway to Agra (Taj Mahal, 3 hours) and Rajasthan. Modern Delhi offers luxury malls, world-class hotels, and India's best fine dining.
Highlights
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Red Fort
UNESCO — the magnificent Mughal fortress where India's Independence Day is celeb…
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Jama Masjid
India's largest mosque — built by Shah Jahan in 1656. Holds 25,000 worshippers.
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Chandni Chowk
India's greatest food street — 400 years of halal kebabs, biryani, and sweets.
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Humayun's Tomb
UNESCO — the architectural inspiration for the Taj Mahal. Mughal garden tomb per…
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Qutub Minar
UNESCO — 73m victory tower from 1193. India's tallest minaret.
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Shopping Capital
Chandni Chowk bazaars, Connaught Place, Khan Market, and luxury malls.
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Key Facts
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Currency
- INR (Indian Rupee)
- Airport
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📅 Best Time to Visit
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Best months to visit: Oct, Nov, Feb, Mar
✈️ Travel Information — Delhi
Everything you need to know before you go
Visa Requirements
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Climate: Semi-arid — very hot summers, cold winters, monsoon July-September
Monthly Temperatures
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INR
Indian Rupee
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Symbol
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230
Voltage
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50
Frequency
Widely Spoken
English, Urdu, Punjabi
🏛️ Top Attractions in Delhi
5 attractions
Landmark
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Red Fort (Lal Qila)
UNESCO World Heritage — Shah Jahan's massive red sandstone fortress (1648). Diwa…
Landmark
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Jama Masjid
Built by Shah Jahan in 1656 — India's largest and most magnificent mosque. Vast …
Landmark
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Humayun's Tomb
UNESCO — the first Mughal garden tomb (1570), the architectural inspiration for …
Landmark
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Qutub Minar
UNESCO — 73m victory tower built in 1193. Intricate Quranic carvings. The surrou…
Cultural
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Chandni Chowk
Old Delhi's legendary 400-year-old bazaar — narrow lanes crammed with spice shop…
🏨 Where to Stay in Delhi
3 accommodations
Hotel
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The Imperial New Delhi
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Janpath
Delhi's finest heritage hotel — Art Deco grandeur on Janpath. 1911 res…
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ITC Maurya
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Chanakyapuri
Luxury hotel home to Bukhara — voted Asia's best restaurant multiple t…
Boutique
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Haveli Dharampura
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Old Delhi
Beautifully restored 150-year-old haveli (mansion) in the heart of Old…
🍽️ Where to Eat in Delhi
3 dining spots
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Karim's (Halal)
Mughlai · Indoor
Halal
India's most legendary restaurant — family-run since 1913 near Jama Masjid. Mutt…
Fine Dining
Bukhara (ITC Maurya)
North Indian · Indoor
Halal
Repeatedly voted Asia's best restaurant. The dal makhani (simmered 18 hours) and…
Restaurant
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Al Jawahar (Halal)
Mughlai · Indoor
Halal
Facing the Jama Masjid — Mughlai cuisine since 1947. Nihari (slow-cooked stew), …
🛍️ Shopping in Delhi
2 shopping destinations
🛒 Market
Chandni Chowk Bazaars
Mon-Sat 10 AM-8 PM
India's oldest and most famous bazaar district. Dariba Kalan (jewellery), Khari Baoli (Asi…
🏬 Mall
Select Citywalk Mall
Luxury
Fashion
Electronics
Daily 10 AM-10 PM
Delhi's most upscale mall in Saket. International brands, excellent food court with halal …
🌙 Nightlife in Delhi
1 venue
Local Regulations
Available at licensed venues. Not in Old Delhi Muslim areas. 25+ for hard liquor in Delhi.
🍸 Bar
Hauz Khas Social
Trendy multi-level bar in Hauz Khas Village overlooking a medieval reservoir. Co…
🚌 Getting Around Delhi
✈️ Airports
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Indira Gandhi International Airport
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📍 16 from city center
🚇 Public Transport
🚕 Taxi & Rideshare
📱 Ola/Uber
Base: ₹80 · ₹13/km
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Flights to Delhi
Emirates, Air India, Etihad — direct from Dubai/Abu Dhabi (3…
From AED 499
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Old Delhi Heritage Walk
Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk food trail — halal thro…
From AED 39
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Golden Triangle
Delhi + Agra + Jaipur — 5 nights with driver and hotels.
From AED 1,799
📅 When to Visit Delhi
Peak Season
Shoulder Season
Off-Peak
🏆 Best Months:
🥇 Sep
🥈 May
🥉 Apr
Jan
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 25° / 14°
🌧️ 2d
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🎆 New Year
Feb
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 25° / 14°
🌧️ 2d
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🛍️ Dubai Shopping Festival
Mar
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
$$$$$
🌙 Ramadan (approx.)
Apr
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🟡 Shoulder Season
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
$$$
🎉 Eid al-Fitr (approx.)
📚 Spring Break
May
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🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
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Jun
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 45° / 32°
🌧️ 0d
$
🐑 Eid al-Adha (approx.)
☀️ Summer Holiday Starts
Jul
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 45° / 32°
🌧️ 0d
$
🎪 Dubai Summer Surprises
Aug
🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 45° / 32°
🌧️ 0d
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Sep
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🟢 Off-Peak
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
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📚 School Year Starts
Oct
🟡 Shoulder Season
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
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Nov
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 30° / 20°
🌧️ 5d
$$$$$
🇦🇪 UAE National Day (Dec 2)
Dec
🔴 Peak Season
🌡️ 25° / 14°
🌧️ 2d
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🎄 Christmas & NYE
❄️ Winter Break
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