5 Most Popular Heritage Places in Delhi

Indian heritage and historical grandeur are some of the topmost reasons to plan a trip to India. Delhi is a key attraction where tourists find a huge number of historical places. The capital city always stays in the limelight of rulers or invaders for its glorious presence. Due to these reasons, the city has seen several rises and falls after various battles for the throne. Rulers built their territory and massive forts to stay dominant in their presence and magnificence. A tour of heritage sites in Delhi takes you to such places that are still standing to depict the stories behind them. In this blog, you will find reasons behind visiting there instead of their structural details.

Red Fort

A big fort in Old Delhi attracts with its massive front facade. It has huge premises where you will find bazaars, cafés, museums, and live shows. There are various buildings, such as Rang Mahal, Diwan-e-Aam, and Rani Mahal, that tell the lifestyle of the rulers of the Mughal era. There is an exquisite display of before-and-after freedom stories on the wall, Rulers' history and facts. If you are exploring Red Fort, do not miss shopping in Chandni Chowk.

Entry Fee: Rs 50 for Indians

Time Required to Explore: 3-4 Hours

Location: Chandni Chowk

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Qutab Minar

An UNESCO World Heritage site that is worth visiting for its towering height. You can explore the inside view of the Minar, which is designed according to ancient Mughal architecture.

Entry Fee: Rs 30 for Indians

Time Required to Explore: 2-3 Hours

Location: Mehrauli near Saket Metro Station

Humayun’s Tomb

An architectural wonder, brimming with Sunrise and Sunset, is best for a day outing trip. There are gardens with flowing water, walkaways. Take a guided tour of the monument, visit the Mausoleum, enjoy a picnic in the gardens, and attend a light and sound show. To explore this heritage site without getting tired, you must visit this place in Winter. Double Dome, Royal Burials, Taj Mahal-inspired architecture, and Charbagh Garden structure leave a lasting impression.

Entry Fee: Rs 30 for Indians

Time Required to Explore: 3-4 Hours

Location: Near Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station

Jama Masjid

India’s largest Mosque looks opulent and grand with intricate design, minarets, carved walls and marble domes. Its every corner reflects the splendour of the ancient era. Enjoy shopping for an unforgettable experience near the mosque, where you can buy traditional handicrafts, local spices and unique souvenirs.

Entry Fee: No Entry Fee

Time Required to Explore: 3-4 Hours

Location: Old Delhi, near the Red Fort

Agrasen Ki Baoli

A stepwell with silent walls, vacant steps and stone structure all around is an UNESCO heritage site near Janpath. It is 60 metres long and 15 metres broad. The rectangular shape of this Water storage system makes it different from circular-shaped structures in Rajasthan. During the monsoon, it gets filled with water, while it remains dry in all other seasons. You can see a covered well, a small mosque, and storage rooms by the side of the well. After hanging out at this place, you can enjoy a visit to nearby places such as Jantar Mantar, Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, Connaught Place, etc. Do not miss the amazing taste of the famous street food of Delhi, located near CP.

Entry Fee: No Charges

Time Required to Explore: 1-2 Hours

Location: Near Connaught Place

To explore all these famous sightseeing places in Delhi in one day or two days, plan an itinerary according to time and location. Must consider the fact that- all places need walking, so plan accordingly to not get tired. You can book a Tempo Traveller on rent in Delhi to start a heritage tour in the early morning to cover all these places without any hassle.