The many dynasties that had ruled Delhi in the past is responsible for the beauty and dynastic you find in the city. Delhi is also the capital of India, the land of mysteries, snake charmers and magicians. Delhi is a book that narrates the history of India with the seven times it was destroyed and built to the present city it is.
Delhi is the seat of administration where its bygone era is depicted through the many monuments found here. These structures not only explain the past, but also form a tourist attraction. Emperors, conquerors and the poor were attracted to this city of 1483 sq. km. area in the past era; today it attracts more of tourists.
Delhi offers a wide range of accommodations for you to choose from for your stay here. there are expensive deluxe five star hotels which are amongst the best in the world, to down market tourist lodges found in crowded localities which are cheap, but offer minimal amenities.
Delhi 's skyline is changing everyday with new hotels springing up in the city through tie-ups with international hotel chains like Sheraton, Hilton and Hyatt. You also find Indian hotels from Taj and Oberoi that can compete with these international hotel chains.
Tourists on a tight schedule should stay in a hotel in Connaught Place as there are many places of interest in the area. Connought Place is also the prime shopping center of Delhi where there are shops found both on footpaths and in fashionable stores and malls.
Those on a shoestring budget should head for Pahargani area where you find inexpensive hotels and lodges with room rent as low as Rs. 500. However don't expect any special amenities in these hotels. If you are looking for the best of nightlife and the best stores, visit South Delhi.
This is where you find the highest concentration of wealthy people, and the area is near airport and diplomatic missions. As the tourist season is from June to March, it is better to book hotel rooms well in advance to avoid complications on arriving in Delhi
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