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Eight centuries of imperial monuments

Delhi — Heritage & Culture

Monuments, living temple traditions and festivals that shape Delhi beyond its city sights.

Key monuments

Red Fort

Shah Jahan's 17th-century Mughal fortress-palace, UNESCO-listed.

Humayun's Tomb

The architectural template for the Taj Mahal, UNESCO-listed.

Qutub Minar

A 73m minaret begun in 1192, UNESCO-listed.

Festivals

Republic Day Parade

India's national parade down Kartavya Path each January 26th.

Phool Walon Ki Sair

A Delhi festival where flower-sellers process to Mehrauli's shrines.

Culture

Qawwali at Nizamuddin Dargah and Chandni Chowk's Mughal-era bazaar trades.

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