Top Five Monuments In Delhi

Delhi is home to a plethora of monuments from various periods, from Lodi Dynasty to the Mughals. Here are top five monuments that are great for a family outing or with your friends. Moreover, don't forget to bring your cameras as you will find several picturesque spots as well as wildlife and birds. 

1. Humanyun's Tomb

Humanyun's Tomb near Nizamuddin is a fine example of Mughal architecture and one of my favorite place to spend cold winter mornings. The complex is huge and has several monuments within apart from the main tomb of emperor Humanyun. You can read more about the tomb's history and things you can do at this tomb here.

2. Sunder Nursery

Sunder Nursery is Delhi's first arboretum and home to several UNESCO World Heritage monuments including the Sunder Burj. The complex is huge with a variety of natural elements from lotus ponds to a beautiful lake, from wilderness to a wetland. This is also a great place to go picnic. Moreover, this place hosts several open air concerts that are worth attending. Here's a list of things you can do at Sunder Nursery.

3. Qutub Minar

One of the most popular monuments in Delhi and our favorite winter picnic spot. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a must visit for all. This monument was built by the founder of Delhi and is the tallest brick tower in the world. Plus, the beautiful work on the body of the tower will leave you spellbound. You can read all about Qutub Minar here.

4. Hauz Khas Fort

Tucked amidst the bustling lanes of the Haus Khas Village resides a 13th century stone fortress. This fortress is also home to a reservoir and next to which is Delhi's beloved Deer park. This fort is quite popular among college students but have slowly gained popularity among tourists as well. Read more about the fort and things you can do in Hauz Khas Village here. 

5. Jama Masjid

Jama Masjid is the largest mosque in India and the crown of Old Delhi, which was the capital of Mughal sultanate. It is located in Chandini Chowk and is a must-visit when in Old Delhi. You can also climb one of the minaret to get a breathtaking aerial view of Old Delhi. Read this blog post to know more about this place. 

If you are visiting Delhi just for a few days, here's an One-day itinerary that covers top monuments, eateries and activities to make the most of your time in Delhi.

Special tip: I recommend visiting these monuments early morning as this will help in ditching the crowd especially on weekends. Plus, you will also find a lot of birds.