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New Delhi - Connaught Place

Connaught Place is a vast traffic circle located in the heart of New Delhi. The area surrounding Connaught Place has many shops, restaurants, banks and it is situated very near to New Delhi Railway station.

Connaught Place is the hub of entertainment, shopping, and business - it was designed by the British and named after the visit of Duke of Connaught to India.

Must-see attractions nearby:
The circular form of Connaught Place is surrounded by greenery and there are seven roads that radiate from it. There is an underground market and elegant boutiques.

This is an important area for tourists to find offices for most of the travel agencies, airlines and banks.

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Sulabh International Museum of Toilets
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