Delhi is a city and national capital territory in north-central India. The city of Delhi actually consists of two components: Old Delhi, in the north, the historic city; and New Delhi, in the south, since 1947 the capital of India, built in the first part of the 20th century as the capital of British India.
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It explores the wonders of Delhi, its heritage, the art and craft, the diverse cuisine and culture. A symbol of the country's rich past and thriving present, Delhi is a city where ancient and modern blend seamlessly together.
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Since India’s independence in 1947, Delhi has become a major metropolitan area; it has spread north and south along the Yamuna River, spilled onto the river’s east bank, stretched over the Delhi Ridge to the west, and extended beyond the boundaries of the national capital territory into adjacent states.
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Discover the best attractions in Delhi including Mehrauli Archaeological Park, Humayun’s Tomb, and Hazrat Nizam-ud-din Dargah.
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Delhi serves up an astounding cornucopia of history, culture, cuisine, commerce and street life. Start with this list.
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Steeped in history yet overflowing with modern life, colorful, cacophonous Delhi pulsates with the relentless rhythms of humanity like few other cities on Earth. There are extraordinary riches scattered around Mehrauli, with more than 440 monuments – from the 10th century to the British era – dotting a forest and…
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New Delhi, national capital of India. It is situated in the north-central part of the country on the west bank of the Yamuna River, adjacent to and just south of Delhi city (Old Delhi) and within the Delhi national capital territory. Learn more about New Delhi in this article.
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