Backpacking in India: Top Four Places to Visit in New Delhi, Delhi, India
India is an absolutely awe inspiring country, a test of your backpacking adrenalin and one of the most beautiful destinations to visit when traveling the world. And an added bonus is that today more than 150 citizens from around the world can apply for their tourist visas online instead of visiting an Indian embassy (like the one I went to in Bishkek). I based myself in the Hostel Smyle Inn and then backpacked the key sights.
New Delhi is one of those historical places you simply have to visit when in India. While planning your trip to India don’t forget to get your India Visa Online with iVisa and remember to include this beautiful city in your itinerary. Make time to see these four beautiful spots.
Arguably one of the most famous places to visit in the area, the Red Fort is a testament to the medieval Indian engineers’ design capabilities.
The name comes from the red sandstone that the enclosing walls are constructed from, and has been and is still is today the site of important events in the Indian history.
If you have some time while visiting, make sure to check the 1-hour sound and light show that recounts some of the fort’s colorful history.
To really get the feel of what old India would have been like, then put some time aside to visit the historic Chandi Chowk market located in the heart of old Delhi. The Chandi Chowk is till today one of the busiest open air markets in New Delhi and is close to a lot of beautiful temples and monuments, making it a great place to start your journey through New Delhi. If you’re feeling really adventurous then you should try some of the well-known local delicacies for sale. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
New Delhi is one of those historical places you simply have to visit when in India. While planning your trip to India don’t forget to get your India Visa Online with iVisa and remember to include this beautiful city in your itinerary. Make time to see these four beautiful spots.
Arguably one of the most famous places to visit in the area, the Red Fort is a testament to the medieval Indian engineers’ design capabilities.
The name comes from the red sandstone that the enclosing walls are constructed from, and has been and is still is today the site of important events in the Indian history.
If you have some time while visiting, make sure to check the 1-hour sound and light show that recounts some of the fort’s colorful history.
To really get the feel of what old India would have been like, then put some time aside to visit the historic Chandi Chowk market located in the heart of old Delhi. The Chandi Chowk is till today one of the busiest open air markets in New Delhi and is close to a lot of beautiful temples and monuments, making it a great place to start your journey through New Delhi. If you’re feeling really adventurous then you should try some of the well-known local delicacies for sale. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Backpacking in India: Top Four Places to Visit in New Delhi
Guide Location: India » Delhi
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Jonny Blair
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Guide Location: India » Delhi
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Jonny Blair
Read it on Author's Website: http://dontstopliving.net/backpacking-india-top-four-places-visit-new-delhi/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Hostel Smyle Inn
- Red Fort
- Chandni Chowk
- Humayun’s Tomb
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