Old Delhi
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Old Delhi was the ancient city of Shahjahanabad that spreads west from the Red Fort and was surrounded by a sturdy wall at one time. Old Delhi is predominantly Muslim and most rarely venture beyond the ancient walls.
There are many mosques, monuments and forts within Old Delhi that relate to India's Muslim history. The notable attractions include Red Fort, constructed in 1638; Chandni Chowk, the main thoroughfare, with the temples and bird hospital; Jama Mosque, the largest in India and Sunehri Masjid, with its three gold domes.
There are many mosques, monuments and forts within Old Delhi that relate to India's Muslim history. The notable attractions include Red Fort, constructed in 1638; Chandni Chowk, the main thoroughfare, with the temples and bird hospital; Jama Mosque, the largest in India and Sunehri Masjid, with its three gold domes.
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Street in Old Delhi.
Window of Delhi's Red Fort.
Dome at Jama Masjid mosque.
Detail of Muslim column in Qtab Minar in New Delhi.
Humayun Tomb building, the architectural precursor to the Taj Mahal, in Delhi.
