Located in a building which once belonged to the Maharajahs of Jaipur, the NGMA has a setting that is ideal for showcasing the best of Indian artwork. This includes beautiful sculptures by some of the country's best known artists; displayed cleverly in the surrounding gardens. There are also paintings from the 19th and 20th Centuries, with works from artists, such as Rabindranath Tagore, Jamini Roy, Raja Ravi Varma and Amrita Sher Gill. There is a small but a rare collection of artworks by international artists as well, which includes names like Henry Moore, Jacob Stein and Kozo Mio. Spend a few hours studying the beautiful work here and lose yourself in the myriad of colors and shapes.
La magnífica Rashtrapati Bhavan es un digno ejemplo del legado arquitectónico del país. Fue construida por el virrey británico en un lapso de 17 años, y fue diseñada por los arquitectos Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens y Herbert Baker. Tiene cuatro pisos de alto y cuenta con 340 habitaciones, es un edificio enorme y una obra maestra, no solo por su impresionante arquitectura, sino también por la disposición de los espacios, que además incluyen unos jardines fascinantes y un complejo de museos. Fue terminada en 1929 y es una de las residencias presidenciales más grandes del mundo, que no deja de asombrar a cada visitante.
La Puerta de la India es una maravilla arquitectónica por excelencia, un emblema de Nueva Delhi. Se trata de una estructura majestuosa que se encuentra al final de Rajpath, o "camino de los reyes", rodeada de un prolijo césped y hermosas fuentes de agua hechas de piedra. Este monumento fue diseñado por Sir Edwin Lutyens, y antiguamente se lo conoció como el Memorial de Todas las Guerras Indias. Fue construido en honor y en memoria a los soldados indios que perdieron su vida luchando para el ejército británico entre 1914 y 1921 en batallas alrededor de todo el mundo. Debajo del monumento hay una llama eterna, conocida como Amar Jyoti, encendida desde 1971. La zona es particularmente hermosa durante la noche, cuando la Puerta de la India y los jardines que la rodean están vistosamente iluminados. Esta zona es una de las más hermosas de la ciudad, en parte gracias a este hermoso monumento y su belleza arquitectónica.
The Eternal Gandhi Multimedia Museum which was the Gandhi Smriti is the place where Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on January 30, 1948. It was his residence at that time and was converted into a museum soon after his death. It displays an extensive collection of Gandhi's photographs and personal items. There is also an interesting exhibit of small doll houses and terracotta dolls portraying the major events of Gandhi's life. The bare room, where he resided, is kept just as it was in his time. His last footsteps, from the house into the garden (where he was shot) are marked out in cement.
Spread across three floors, Lalit Kala Academy is a spacious art gallery that has been operating since 1954. This venue has been a platform for amateur and well-known artists alike. Being an art hub, this gallery has been the venue for the Triennale India exhibition which sees around 40 countries participating. Besides this, the art gallery also holds the National Exhibition of Photography and Arts and is a host to several film shows and other events regularly. All in all, Lalit Kala Academy is surely a must visit for all the art aficionados in town.
Un viaje a Delhi no sería lo mismo sin pasar por el Museo Nacional, construido en 1960. Este espacio alberga una colección enorme y espectacular de antigüedades de la India. La colección es realmente fantástica y extraordinaria, e incluye tesoros de tiempos prehistóricos y de la época del comienzo de la civilización India, así como también obras de arte y esculturas de la civilización del Valle del Indo. Pero eso no es todo, el museo también cuenta con miniaturas únicas, reliquias budistas y jainistas, y una amplia colección de artefactos de la época de la dinastía Chola. Para quienes están interesados en el arte decorativo, este museo también tiene exhibiciones de esta disciplina.
The buildings that form The Secretariat surround the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The North Block are the offices of the Home and Finance Ministries and the South Block is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This is a series of beautiful buildings in red sandstone with Baroque domes covered with lotus motifs and elephants, another example of the architect's, Lutyen's genius. Unfortunately, entry into the premises is not allowed.
Established in 2004, this fairly new gallery has a lot to its credit. A promoter of modern and contemporary Indian art, Gallerie Nvya has always managed to fascinate the visitor. Not restricting itself to only paintings, it showcases skilfully crafted sculptures, installations and also ceramics. The gallery has a homely aura to it which makes one comfortable once you step inside. Check the website for information regarding exhibitions.
World Bank works in association with the local and central governments on a number of development projects in India. The office in Delhi is situated in the Lodi Estate. The building made of beige and pink sandstone is a spectacular sight to watch. The architecture is reminiscent of the Mughal past and still keeps its contemporary appeal intact. The place is worth a visit for sheer architectural brilliance.
Ambedkar Auditorium stages some really good cultural events; and with an arty infrastructure and the latest facilities, gives a beautiful feel to the entire act. This place is one of the most preferred places for people who love all kinds of cultural events. The auditorium can accommodate approximately 250 to 500 people at a time for an act. And the good part is that it also accepts all major credit cards. There is also a canteen within the venue that is open depending on the timing of the acts. Located near Connaught place, it is also very easily accessible.
Founded in 2008, Passage Art takes you through an artistic sojourn to the various states of the nation. From decorative artworks such as canvas and murals to abstract and contemporary paintings, these carefully selected pieces are of good quality and come in different sizes and forms.
If you wish to spend a fun-filled evening with your gang of friends then Movida is the place to be. Drenched in vibrant hues and decked up in eccentric paraphernalia, this bar is known for their Karaoke evenings. Located in one of the more popular areas of New Delhi, Movida is a haunt for youngsters, locals and tourists alike. The place has an impressive line-up of drinks on offer. Also, the food menu here complements its drinks counterpart with scrumptious snacks that keep your hunger in check. The service is swift thus leaving no room for disappointment.