Akshardham Temple

A major draw for tourists, Swaminarayan Akshardham temple has a peculiar charm and an architectural structure that enchants Indians and travellers alike. The beautiful gardens exhale more than 10,000 years of Indian culture in a magical show of India's greatness.

• Web:

  www.akshardham.com

• E-mail:

  info@akshardham.com

• Address:

  National Highway 24, Near Noida More, New Delhi

• Phone:

  +91 11 4344 2344

• Opening hours:

  Daily 9.30am–6.30pm

• More info:

  A strict dress-code operates throughout the complex: knees, chest and shoulders must be covered

Bahai Lotus Temple

Finished in 1986, the Lotus Temple welcomes everyone, regardless of religious beliefs or background. Although no sermons are delivered nor ritualistic ceremonies practiced, the serenity of the environment offers a great meditation spot and a shady garden to escape to.

• Web:

  www.bahaihouseofworship.in

• E-mail:

  publicinformation@ibnc.in

• Address:

  Nehru Place, New Delhi

• Phone:

  +91 26470526

• Opening hours:

  Winter: 9am−5:30pm, Summer: 9am−7pm

Chandni Chowk

Running from the Fatehpuri Masjid (mosque) in the West to the Red Fort in the East, Chandni Chowk is the main artery of Old Delhi. It is the most crowded, colourful and cacophonous bazaar in the whole of Delhi, a wonder to delve into by rickshaw and where anything, from knickknacks to delicious street food, can be found.

• Address:

  Chandni Chowk, New Delhi

• Opening hours:

  Monday–Saturday 10am–7pm

Connaught Place

This is the epicentre of the vision drawn up by the architect Edwin Lutyens when the British built a new imperial capital at Delhi in 1911. The colonnaded double circle of Connaught Place has a classical European air, with seven streets radiating from it.

• Address:

  Connaught Place, New Delhi

• Phone:

  +91 11 23 34 6513

• Subway:

  Nearest Metro station: Rajiv Chowk

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

The most outstanding Sihk house of worship in town, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib boasts stunning architectural features and a characteristic golden dome. Located near the Connaught Place in the centre of New Delhi, it welcomes people of every status and faith.

• Web:

  www.dsgmc.in

• E-mail:

  info@dsgmc.in

• Address:

  Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Hanuman Road Area, Connaught Place, New Delhi

• Phone:

  +91 11 237 1258 081 / 82

• Opening hours:

  Daily 12am–12pm

• More info:

  Photography is not allowed

• Subway:

  Nearest station: New Delhi Train Station

Jama Masjid

The Jama Masjid was built by the Islamic ruler Shah Jahan to complement his new Red Fort. Completed in 1658 as the largest mosque in India, it boasts a stunning courtyard that provides space for 25,000 worshipers as well as a vast dome and two minarets.

• Web:

  http://www.delhitourism.gov.in/delhitourism/tourist_place/jama_masjid.jsp

• Address:

  Chawri Bazaar, New Delhi

• Phone:

  +91 11 23 36 5358

• Opening hours:

  Daily 7am–noon / 1:30pm–6:30pm

• More info:

  Tourist are not allowed during prayer hours

• Subway:

  Metro station: Chawri Bazaar

• Tickets:

  Free entry; Photography ₹ 300