This area of the city occupies the west bank of the River Yamuna and is steeped in a rich distillate of history and culture. Visitors can experience atmospheric bazaars, medieval monuments and interesting archeological discoveries. This area of the city is crowded and congested, but all expeditions are well rewarded. Many of the city’s top attractions are situated in these ancient quarters, including the Red Fort, Jama Masjid and Khari Baoli (Asia’s largest spice market).

New Delhi
Built south of the old city in the 1920s, New Delhi was announced capital of India when the country gained independence from Britain in 1947. This area houses federal buildings and important offices, as well as an array of modern architectural marvels.

South/South East Delhi
The city’s top hotels, markets, monuments and entertainment are located in this area. It is also home to the city’s largest green space, which is a welcome oasis in this urban jungle. There is also a pleasing mix of old and new buildings in this area, with ancient historic ruins such as Hauz Khas intermingled with modern developments including the Lotus Temple.

West Delhi/ North West Delhi
The west of the city is dominated by large residential blocks such as Patel Nagar, Punjabi Bagh and Tilak Nagar. The city has experienced rapid development over the last decade, and it is very evident from the amount of building in this area.

East Delhi/North East Delhi
Districts in the east of the city include the dense residential areas of Preet Vihar, Gandhi Nagar and Shahadara. There is little to interest tourists in this area; however, it’s an indication of how much the city has grown horizontally.