Sargam Bed & Breakfast in New Delhi

New Delhi Site Scene

Qutub Minar

This magnificent tower of victory stands in the Qutab Complex located at Aurobindo Marg, near Mehrauli, 14 Km south of Connaught place in Delhi. Tourists can avail intra-state bus services of DTC, or can hire auto-ricckshaws or pre-paid taxis to reach south Delhi. The Tourist Department in collaboration with Delhi Government has also initiated several sightseeing tour packages, and Qutab Minar is apparently included in every itinerary. The complex is open for public viewing from 9 am to 9 pm, and is flamboyantly illuminated in the evening, that brings back the erstwhile royal era to life. 

Parliament House

The Sansad Bhawan is situated at the end of Parliament Street, just north of Rajpath. You won't find buses plying in that section, but you can always hire taxis and auto rickshaws from all over the city to reach the Parliament House. Permits to visit the Parliament, so you can sit and view sessions in the public gallery, are available from the reception office on Raisina Road, but you will need a letter of introduction from your embassy.

It is here that bills are passed. It is here that India is shaped and reshaped and foreign relations are talked about. It is here that pains are addressed and measures are taken to achieve a mutual goal. It is here that trespassers are really prosecuted! Welcome to the Parliament House or Sansad Bhawan, as it is commonly known. Although it is large and imposing in its demeanour, the Sansad building stands almost hidden and virtually unnoticed at the end of Sansad Marg (Parliament Street), just north of Rajpath. Despite the humoungous plans for the capital by Sir Edwin Lutyens, the Parliament House was actually an afterthought. The Montague-Chelmsford Reforms of 1919 paved way for a large legislative assembly and, no doubt, a building was needed where legislations would be passed with the thump of the gavel or the noise of 'ayes' and 'nays'. Thus came into being the Parliament House. 

Red Fort

Redfort is situated at old Delhi near Delhi gate. Closing Time in November to January at 7.30 p.m., January to April and September to October at 8.30 p.m., May to August at 9 p.m. The Light and Sound Show held Every Evening. The Delhi Fort also known as Lal Qil'ah.Red Fort showcases the very high level of art form and ornamental work. The art work in the Fort is a synthesis of Persian, European and Indian art which resulted in the development of unique Shahjahani style which is very rich in form, expression and colour. Red Fort, Delhi is one of the important building complexes of India which encapsulates a long period of Indian history and its arts. Its significance has transcended time and space.

There are very important building inside the fort Diwan-i-Aam, The Diwan-i-Khas.

India Gate

India Gate is constructed as a memorial and was built in the memory of 90,00 soldiers who laid down their lives during world war I. Located at Rajpath, India Gate is 42 m high and is popular relaxation area during the summer evenings. India Gate also act as popular picnic spot during winter. Also known as the All India War Memorial, India Gate was designed and constructed by Lutyens. He was the who is considered the chief proclaimed in designing the New Delhi plans.

A tour of Lutyens’ Delhi just has to kick off with the stately India Gate at the east end of the broad Janpath  that leads to the Rashtrapati Bhawan. Another additional 13,516 names engraved on the arch and foundations form a separate memorial to the British and Indian soldiers killed on the North-West Frontier in the Afghan War of 1919.

Rashtrapati Bhawan

Rashtrapati Bhawan is a best Known Monument of British Empire.It is befittingly the crowning glory of the British Empire and architecture in India. Today, it is perhaps India’s best known monument after the Taj Mahal and the Qutub Minar. Bigger than the Palace of Versailles and now houses the President of India. The most outstanding feature of the House – you can spot it while you are still a kilometer away – is the huge neo-Buddhist copper dome that rises over a vast colonnaded frontage. Beneath the dome is the circular Durbar Hall 22.8m in diameter.

Connaught Place & Around

Cannaught Place is a major Commercial and Business Hub of Delhi.Connaught Place has a long and distinguished history behind it. Named after the Duke of Connaught, a member of the British royal family, this market was designed by Designed by Robert Tor Russell in collaboration with WH Nicholls. A sprawling circular market, it was the largest of its kind in India at that time.

Lotus temple

The Lotus Temple that is located in South Delhi is also known as 'Bahai House of Worship'. This 20th century wonder made of marble, dolomite, cement and sand is dedicated in December 1986. This temple represents the Baha'i faith - founded by Baha'ullah, an independent world religion.

The average number of visitors are 12,000 per day and the Maximum number of visitors for one single day was 150,000..There are no Admission Charges, therefore entrance is free, and Parking is also free.

Temple visiting hours have been changed with effect from 1st May 2009.It is open from Monday to Saturday   8:30a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 4:00p.m. to 07:30 p.m. It is closed on Sunday.

Lodi Garden

A splendid landscaped garden surrounds the 15th century tombs of the Lodi kings. Ibrahim Lodi the last Lodi ruler was defeated in 1526 by Babur who established the Mughal Empire in India. A walk amidst the ancient, fat trees gives a true pleasure in the heart of Delhi. This is a favourite destination of the lovers of the city.

Humayun's Tomb

The famous Humayun's Tomb of Delhi represents the first of the many monumental Mughal architectural structures. The Humayun's Tomb is one of the fulgurous landmark in the evolution of regal architecture of the Mughal in India. Humayun's Tomb of Delhi was built by Queen Hamida Begum, the widow of Mughal Emperor Humayun in the 16th century AD. Humayun's Tomb at Delhi is the first tomb of the imperial Mughal emperors. The famous Humayun's Tomb of Delhi is considered to be the precursor of the 'Taj Mahal' as per as architectural structure is concerned. It represents the Mughal architecture at its best. The Humayun's Tomb of Delhi is located at Nizamuddin which is the best-preserved monuments of the Mughal period of Delhi. The Humayun's Tomb is a magnificent architecture built in 1565. The tomb took 9 years to complete with the expenditure of nearly one and a half million rupees. The Humayun's Tomb is a 140 feet high structure with a central dome.

Birla Mandir

Built in 1938, famous Birla Mandir in Delhi was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi  on the express condition that people of all castes and especially untouchables would be allowed in.. Consequently a plaque at the gate reiterates that people of all faiths and classes are welcome. Till date, it remains one of the most popular temples in Delhi. Birla Mandir is also famous for the festival of Janmashtami. The festival is celebrated here with much goodwill and cheer.

Mughal Garden

Ask anyone in Delhi what green is, and you might find a single answer to a world of beauty. The prestigious Mughal Gardens. Nestling at the rear of Rashtrapati Bhawan in the President's estate, the lush manicured gardens was laid out along traditional Mughal lines by a British horticulturalist. The garden affords, among other things, some exotic varieties of roses, found nowhere else in India

Akshardham Temple

Akshardham Mandir is placed on the walking distance   where the common wealth game will be played. It is placed at Near Nizamuddin Bridge, Delhi. It was built in 2005. It was inspired by  Pramukh Swami Maharaj. It was built by  Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha.it is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan.It is the the largest Hindu Temple Complex in the World.

Jantar Mantar

If astronomy appeals to you, then Jantar Mantar is a must-visit which is located in the heart of Delhi city canaught place. Comprising of terracotta red structures, it flaunts a huge sun dial along with other instruments, which plot the course of heavenly bodies, with an accuracy that’s baffling. The Jantar Mantar observatory was masterminded by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur in the 18th century under orders of the Mughal rule..