The political
hub of Delhi has always attracted tourists towards itself. The city never
ceases to amaze people since it offers the magnificence of art and
architecture, dose of epicurean pleasure at food joints, royalty of monuments
and frolic of nightlife at pubs and bars. It is undoubtedly one of those cities
that offer a mixed package of everything that can never stop to amaze. Adjoined
with the two of most hep towns of UP and Haryana are Noida and Gurgaon that
also offer umpteen options of dining, entertainment and malls. Here are a few
things you can do to make the most of your weekend in Delhi-
- Go for a historical walk, and cover the notable places that stand erect as epitome of the glorious past. You can go to places like Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Old Fort, Hauz Khas Complex, Jantar Mantar, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb, Lodhi Garden, Safdarjung Tomb, and Feroz Shah Kotla. All of the places will take you through different stories of colonialism and post-independence. Also while enjoying at Old Fort, you can go for boating and enjoy watching wildlife at National Zoological Park.
- Enjoy finger licking street food at Chawri Bazaar and Chandni Chowk – the oldest food joints in Delhi serving the authentic dishes. You can visit Majnu ka Tila to enjoy authentic Tibetan cuisine and to visit the biggest monastery of Delhi. Similarly you can hit any Saket mallrestaurants and enjoy multifarious cuisines under one roof.
- Dig into your salary and enjoy street shopping at dirt cheap prices at Sarojini Nagar market, Janpath or Lajpat Nagar Market. You can notch the quotient a little higher and visit Greater Kailash offering plethora of options keeping in mind the latest fad. You can also hit malls and give yourself some retail therapy by hopping on from one international brand to another and buy exclusive designer pieces.
- Immerse yourself in the divinity of Hare Rama Hare Krishna mission at Iskcon Temple, get lost in the pin drop silence at Lotus Temple, pray to Allah at Nizzamuddin Dargah, God’s bliss at The Sacred Heart Church and feel peaceful at the Bangla Sahib Gurudwara. All the places are located near metro stations and are easily accessible.
- Catch up a show of the latest movie at a leading multiplex such as PVR cinemas in Delhi and have a gala time with your friends. Later you can also go to game arcades or maybe beer cafes to unwind the long day.
