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Es sensacional pensar en lo nuevo, en lo desconocido y en las bellezas....Me decidi hacer un city tour por New Delhi, sola me arriesgue, pero fue lo mas acertado...Solo debes contar para un fin de semana con 1300 rupias y solo un sabado 700.Lo primero reservar con pago en tarjeta de debito, credito, efectivo en la oficina de los Buses de turismo:Hop-On Hop-Of. HOHO INFORMATION CENTER IS LOCATED IN:
BABA KHARAK SING.MARG.OPP.HANUMMAN MANDIR.CONNAUGHT PLACE.



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Si quieres un tour nocturno Animate de noche los Gatos son pardos..y todo se ve deslumbrante;

 
 
Indian
Foreign Nation
Route
Adult
Child
Adult
Child
Tour Delhi by Evening
Rs. 400
Rs. 200
Rs. 700
Rs. 350
HIGLHIGHTS : Hop On Hop Off
Onboard Tour Guide | Flexibility of Time @ Sightseeing |Air Conditioned Buses | High Bus Frequency | GPS Tracking

Special Tour Highlights:
  1. Delhi by Evening: Get mesmerised by the splendind Ambience, beauty and Culture of Delhi which takes a New Dimension in the Evening
  2. Onboard Live Commentary
  3. Witness the spectacular view of Delhi decorated in lights
  4. Enjoy the popular Purana Qila's - Light & sound show " Ishq-E-Dilli"
  5. Rahim Khan Tomb near Humayun's Tomb
Baba Kharak Singh Marg
Baba kharaksing marg
If you are an enthusiast of handicraft, this is your road to handicraft heaven. Baba Kharak Singh Marg is located at the heart of Delhi. This street is renowned for handicrafts as it is the hub of handicraft emporiums. People from all parts of India and abroad come here to hunt for handicrafts at these emporiums. Prior to freedom, this road was known as Irwin Road, after Lord Irwin, the Viceroy of India. Adding to the charisma of the street, BKS Marg is also marked by HO HO Dilli Dekho Bus Service’s i-Centre which is the starting point of the route.
Interesting facts:
  • The street houses 18 state government emporiums.
  • Close to Hanuman Mandir constructed by Maharaja Jai Singh and Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, the biggest Gurdwara in Delhi. 
 Si deseas un solo dia puedes escoger la ruta y el monto si son dos igual tienes la informacion si eres estudiante y  posees carnet puedes pagar con el mismo en menor costo:


Red Route
Destination: 13 + Sightseeing
First Bus at 8:30 am & every 45 mins | Start Destination: Baba Kharak Sing marg, Connaught place
Package Cost :
  Indian Foreign Nation
Routes Adult Child Adult Child
Red Rs. 400 Rs. 200 Rs. 700 Rs. 350
Green Rs. 350 Rs. 175 Rs. 700 Rs. 350
Red+Green Rs. 600 Rs. 300 Rs. 1200 Rs. 600
                               Special Offer*
Grand & Royal
(Change of Guard) at Rashtrapati Bhawan/President house

Day: Every Saturday |Bus Departing : 7:30 am (HOHO I Center, Baba Kharak Singh marg)

Watch Change of Guard from 8 am – 8:30 am and later on join our HOHO Bus Tour.
HIGLHIGHTS : Hop On Hop Off
Onboard Tour Guide | Flexibility of Time @ Sightseeing |Air Conditioned Buses | High Bus Frequency | GPS Tracking
Baba Kharak Singh Marg
Baba kharaksing marg
If you are an enthusiast of handicraft, this is your road to handicraft heaven. Baba Kharak Singh Marg is located at the heart of Delhi. This street is renowned for handicrafts as it is the hub of handicraft emporiums. People from all parts of India and abroad come here to hunt for handicrafts at these emporiums. Prior to freedom, this road was known as Irwin Road, after Lord Irwin, the Viceroy of India. Adding to the charisma of the street, BKS Marg is also marked by HO HO Dilli Dekho Bus Service’s i-Centre which is the starting point of the route.
Interesting facts:
  • The street houses 18 state government emporiums.
  • Close to Hanuman Mandir constructed by Maharaja Jai Singh and Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, the biggest Gurdwara in Delhi.
Feroz Shah Kotla
Baba kharaksing marg
Your journey starts with a regal view of the citadel, Feroz Shah Kotla. In the tour of a city which is rich in historical monuments, Feroz Shah Kotla will be your first destination. Feroz Shah Kotla is a glorious structure built by Emperor Firoz Shah Tughluq in 1354. This 13 meter high sandstone obelisk has gracefully survived time’s ravage. The majestic Ashokan Pillar of Feroz Shah Kotla stands tall at the north end erected by King Ashoka between 273 and 236BC in Topra in Amabala, Haryana. This monument is a testimony to the rich history of this city which has seen Hindu and Muslim rulers over years.
Interesting facts:
  • Close Feroz Shah Kotla stadium where Anil Kumble took 10 wickets in an innings on this ground in 1999
  • Close to the Jama Masjid which is India’s largest mosque. Legend has it that Tamburlaine, the Mongol conqueror who ransacked Delhi in 1398, came for his Friday prayers here.
  • The imposing Ashokan Pillar in Delhi was a gift to Delhi by the third Sultan of the Tughlak dynasty, Firoz Shah Tughlak, who was known for his liking for structures of sorts.
  • Originally, it contained eight mosques, three palaces, a hunting box and several inns.
Red Fort
Baba kharaksing marg
Next up is your date with the red architectural masterpiece of Delhi. Red Fort popularly known as Lal Qila is one of the most haunting spots for tourists. This magnificent fort on the banks of the river Yamuna, is a living piece of history from 17th Century Delhi. This fort was constructed by Shahjahan who also built the wonder of the world Taj Mahal as a symbol of his love. The whole structure is made of Red stone. Construction of Red Fort started in 1639 and within a span of 9 years, the colossal structure was built. The Red Fort has the highest pedestal as a historical monument in Indian democracy as the site plays a host for the Prime Minister of India as he addresses the nation on August 15. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
Interesting facts:
  • The whole design within the palace is based on the theme of ‘Paradise’ as described in the Koran
  • Largest monument in Old Delhi
  • Once more than 3,000 people lived inside the premises.
  • Bahadur Shah Zafar was tried here.
Rajghat
Baba kharaksing marg
The calm yet dignified ambience of your next destination will probably take you back to an era when great leaders were born. Surrounded by deep green lawns, Rajghat a simple black granite platform marking the site where, on January 31, 1948, Mahatma Gandhi's last rites were performed. ‘Hey Ram’, his last words, are engraved on the black memorial stone. At the centre of the square stone, an eternal flame burns to symbolize eternity of the great leader. To mark Gandhi's birthday (Oct. 2) and death anniversary (Jan. 30), prayer ceremonies are held. The foreign leaders visiting Delhi pay their respects to Gandhi at Rajghat.
Interesting facts:
  • The memorial was designed by Vanu G. Bhuta.
  • 10,000 visitors visit this memorial everyday.
National Gallery of Modern Art
Baba kharaksing marg
If you are an Art fanatic, you are at your Mecca. The former residential palace of Maharaja of Jaipur was later transformed into National Gallery of Modern Art. It is situated at the eastern end of Rajpath near India Gate and is administered by the Government of India. Former Vice President of India, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan inaugurated the gallery in presence of Jawaharlal Nehru on March 29, 1954. The gallery has a wonderful collection of around 15,000 paintings, sculptures and works of arts by Indian as well as international artists. The National Gallery of Modern Art bears witness of the transition taken place in the field of art in last century. The gallery obtains, preserves and displays works of modern art from mid 19th century till date. Explore the history of Indian contemporary art through ages under one roof. It is a tribute to art in the nation.
Interesting facts:
  • Building was designed by Sir Arthur Bloomfield which was later styled by Sir Edwin Lutyens.
  • The NGMA has two branches one at Mumbai and the other at Bangaluru.
  • The new wing of the National Gallery of Modern Art opened in 2009 is almost 6 times the space of the original gallery.
India Gate
Baba kharaksing marg
When you talk about Delhi, the first thing that comes to your mind is your next destination. The glorious masterpiece at the heart of the city has become Delhi’s identity. India Gate is situated at Rajpath. It memorializes the 90,000 soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army during the World War I. The foundation stone of India Gate was laid by His Royal Highness, the Duke of Connaught in 1921 and it was designed by Edwin Lutyens. Viceroy Lord Irwin dedicated the monument to the nation 10 years later. Another memorial, Amar Jawan Jyoti, an eternal flame was added after India got its independence to remind the nation of soldiers who laid down their lives in the Indo-Pakistan War of December 1971.
Interesting facts:
  • It was originally called the All India War Memorial.
  • Serves as venue of Republic Parade every year.
  • One of the largest war memorials in India.
Purana Qila
Baba kharaksing marg
This destination will transport you to 5000 years back in history of great Mughals and Afghans. In the city of Dinpanah, Refuge of the Faithful, Purana Qila stood with its royal might. It was started by Humayun in 1533 AD and was completed by the Afghan ruler Sher Shah in five years time. This monument is a perfect blend of Hindu elements with Muslim style of arches and domes. Simply said, the style of architecture of the Purana Qila can be considered as a secular architectural style.
Interesting facts:
  • 'Qila-i-kuhna Masjid' is a mosque inside Purana Qila built by Sher Shah Suri in 1541.
  • Excavations in 1955 have revealed evidences of Gupta age.
  • The archaeological evidences established that this fort stands on the ruins of the legendary city of Indraprastha
Humayun Tomb
Baba kharaksing marg
Like a true example of Mughal imperial architecture, your next destination has a royal aura about it. Humayun's Tomb was built by his widow Hamida Banu Begam, also known as Haji Begam in 1569 after his death in 1556. Mirak Mirza Ghiyath, a Persian, was the architect employed by Haji Begam for this tomb. It is considered as the first distinct example of proper Mughal style inspired by Persian architecture. The influence is evident as it was the first garden tomb built in the Indian Subcontinent. Humayun's Tomb was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.
Interesting facts:
  • It took eight years and Rs 1.5 million to build Humayun's Tomb.
  • Humayun's Tomb introduced the four-quartered garden concept into Mughal architecture.
  • The water channels at the garden reflect the four rivers that flow in jannat, the Islamic concept of paradise.
  • The first monument to use the Persian double dome.
Safdarjung Tomb
Baba kharaksing marg
The next destination on the route is Safdarjung Tomb. It is a monument from the Mughal era built in the year 1753-54 in memorial of Mirza Muqim Abul Mansur Khan popularly known as Safdarjung by his son Nawab Shuja-ud-Daulah of Awadh. The garden of Safdarjung's tomb is laid down on the pattern of the Mughal Charbagh style. The Safdarjung tomb was erected roughly on the pattern of Humayun's tomb.
Interesting facts:
  • Considered to be the final specimen of Mughal and Islamic architecture
  • Marble was allegedly stripped from other tombs to build Safdarjung's tomb.
Indira Gandhi Museum
Baba kharaksing marg
Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum is a window into life of our legendary leader, Indira Gandhi. The former residence of Indira Gandhi has been transformed into a mesmerizing museum, displaying artifacts, photos and newspaper clippings, as well as personal belongings, including the blood-stained sari she was wearing when she was assassinated on 31st October, 1984. A collection of rare photographs of the National movement, the personal moments of the Nehru-Gandhi family and her childhood photographs with the Mahatma are on display.
Interesting facts:
  • The museum also contains burnt clothes of Rajeev Gandhi which he was wearing at the time of his assassination.
  • Dried blood spots are preserved enclosed in a glass frame at the spot of assassination.
Nehru Museum
Baba kharaksing marg
Walk through the life our first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru with the help of many precious moments captured on camera and original manuscripts. The Nehru Memorial Museum established in the memory of Jawaharlal Nehru (1889 - 1964) is located in the majestic Teen Murti House. It has four major constituents namely, a Memorial Museum, a Library on modern India, a Centre for Contemporary Studies and a Planetarium. Nehru's bedroom, the drawing-room and study have been preserved the way they were in used. The Nehru Planetarium gives an overview of the Indian Space Programme through interesting shows.
Interesting facts:
  • This building served as the official residence of the Commander-in-Chief of the British forces in India.
  • The massive granite rock in front lawn has Nehru’s first speech as the Prime Minister that he delivered on the eve of Independence of India.
Rashtrapati Bhawan
Baba kharaksing marg
You are now the epicenter of India’s political capital. Rashtrapati Bhawan is the official residence of the President of India. This piece of engineering genius was built in the British period. Located in the Raisina Hills, this monument is one of the most popular attractions. It is a magnum opus of symmetry, discipline, outline, colour and harmony. Prior to Indian Independence, this great palace belonged to the Viceroy and was known as the Viceroy House. Rashtrapati Bhavan is one of Edwin Lutyen's designs - one of the largest Royal buildings he designed. The monument is a blend of the best architectural forms- the Mughal architectural designs, Persian art forms, Indian designs and the European architectural styles.
Interesting facts:
  • It is one of the largest residential houses of any Head of the State in the world
  • The building took over 17 years to complete.
  • The Arjuna Awards for Excellence is presented in the hall of the Rashtrapati Bhawan.
  • The song Des Rangila from Fanaa was shot at Rashtrapati Bhavan including its rehearsal scenes.
National Museum
Baba kharaksing marg
It’s time to take a stroll down the lanes of history. National Museum of Delhi is the largest museum in the country. Here Indian history and heritage lived through the ages. The credit for the commencement of this grand museum goes to Jawaharlal Nehru. This initiative to preserve ancient history of India was his brainchild. The National Museum displays collection dating back to as far as five thousand years. The National Museum has several galleries. It has the largest collection of artifacts dating to the Indus Valley Civilization. It was inaugurated for the general people on the 5th June, 1978.
Interesting facts:
  • Possesses over 2, 00,000 works of art.
  • Has a prestigious collection of 800 sculptures.
  • It is run by the Ministry of Culture.
Jantar Mantar
Baba kharaksing marg
Often the venue for political protests, Jantar Mantar will introduce you to ancient science in India. It is a remarkable structure built by Maharajah Jai Singh II of Jaipur between 1727 and 1734. The 5 astronomical observatories, each with a specialized function for astronomical measurement, have captivated the attention of architects, artists, and art historians world wide. It consists of fourteen geometric devices used for measuring time, forecasting weather changes, predicting behaviour of planets and finding extraterrestrial altitude. Jantar Mantar is very popular among tourists and the people of Delhi. This structure shows the scientific acumen of ancient India.
Interesting facts:
  • It is maintained by the Jaipur Government because it was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur.
  • Jantar Mantar was the logo of the 1982 Asian Games
  • It is one of the oldest astronomical observatories in India
  • Among the devices inside the Jantar Mantar, the biggest instrument is the “Samrat Jantar” PAGINA WEB PARA RESERVAR EN LINEA:
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Entre los lugares que visite no creo conveniente pagar la entrada por ir al Zoologico..de resto no tengo comentarios.
Visitar de noche te da otra vision de la ciudad..Conocer lo cosmopolita de "Wisdom of Dream",  una mini disney, Water Park (un parque de Agua con atracciones unico), Ir de Compras al Mall City Walk, o simplentente Central Park de Noche, o al mas impresionante para mi el AKSHARDAM (cero camaras, lleva medias)
solo 170rpias es la entrada es un sitio UNICO en arquitectura y belleza, no puedes dejar de visitar...
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