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Delhi is India's capital territory, divided into Old Delhi and New Delhi. Visitors can explore both the historic old town and the new city built during British colonial rule.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Delhi
Gateway airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Best season
Oct–Mar
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
Sights covered
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Humayun's Tomb

Heritage & monuments

Humayun's Tomb

This is the tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. As India's first garden tomb, it bears a striking resemblance to the Taj Mahal and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Jama Masjid, Delhi

Temples & religious sites

Jama Masjid, Delhi

This is one of the largest mosques in India, located in Delhi. As its name means "Friday Mosque," similarly named mosques can be found in many cities across the Islamic world.

Lotus Temple

Temples & religious sites

Lotus Temple

The Lotus Temple is a Baháʼí House of Worship in Delhi, notable for its striking lotus-shaped design. Visitors of any faith are welcome to enter and quietly explore inside.

iron pillar of Delhi

Heritage & monuments

iron pillar of Delhi

The Iron Pillar of Delhi stands within the Qutb Minar complex near Delhi and is famous for remaining rust-free after centuries. It can be seen while touring the grounds of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Akshardham

Temples & religious sites

Akshardham

A large Hindu temple complex in Delhi where visitors can admire architecture and sculptures blending tradition with modernity. It is known as one of the largest BAPS Hindu temples in the world.

Qutb complex

Heritage & monuments

Qutb complex

This is a group of ruins from the Delhi Sultanate era in Mehrauli, Delhi, dominated by the towering Qutb Minar. Since it was completed under successive sultans, visitors can see different architectural styles from each period.

National Museum

Museums & galleries

National Museum

The National Museum in New Delhi is India's largest museum. It houses an extensive collection spanning from the Indus Valley Civilization to the Mughal Empire, including Gandhara Buddhist sculptures and folk art.

Raj Ghat and associated memorials

Heritage & monuments

Raj Ghat and associated memorials

Raj Ghat in Delhi is the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi, alongside a memorial dedicated to him. Two museums stand side by side here, offering insight into Gandhi's life and philosophy.

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Average temperature by month

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12° Jan
17° Feb
23° Mar
29° Apr
32° May
33° Jun
30° Jul
29° Aug
29° Sep
26° Oct
20° Nov
15° Dec

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