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Delhi is the majestic capital of India. The land where empires rose and fall in the history and many emperors appeared and disappeared. The old ruins of Delhi assert the majestic and imperial past and the present pulsates vibrantly with the ever-flowing life of India. Delhi has acquired a lot of names over the ages and has always been intrinsically identified with power and imperial control. The eternal river Jamuna stands proud as the sole witness of the glorious and turbulent 5,000-year-old history of Delhi. The history of Delhi goes back to the creation of Indraprastha by the Pandavas who transformed this barren gift of the Kauravas to an idyllic haven. The historic Purana Qila that stands tall has witnessed Delhi's rejuvenation, the period of anarchy, and the rise & fall of empires. Amidst the tranquility of the splendidly panoramic environs of Purana Qila, Delhi's historic and legendary past come to life. After Shah Jahan built Red Fort the attention of administration shifted to gorgeous palaces of the fort. Today the fort is open for the public but only limited area can be accessed. The various places of interest in and around Delhi include: | ||||
