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.
Le resplendissant Rashtrapati Bhavan est une ode pertinente au patrimoine architectural de la nation. Construit pour le vice-roi britannique au cours d’une période de 17 ans, il fut conçu par les architectes Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens et Herbert Baker. Comprenant quatre étages et doté de 340 pièces, cet immense édifice est un véritable chef-d’œuvre, non seulement pour sa sublime architecture mais aussi pour son arrangement flamboyant qui englobe des jardins envoûtants et un complexe de musées. Achevé en 1929, l’impressionnant Rashtrapati Bhavan est l’une des plus grandes résidences de chef d’État au monde.
Merveille architecturale par excellence, la glorieuse Porte de l’Inde est un joyau emblématique de New Delhi. Cette majestueuse structure s’élève tout en hauteur au bout du Rajpath, parmi des pelouses soigneusement entretenues et des fontaines sculptées en grès. Conçue par Sir Edwin Lutyens, la Porte de l’Inde était initialement appelée le « All India War Memorial ». Elle fut construite en hommage et à la mémoire des nombreux soldats indiens qui périrent dans le cadre de l’Armée indienne britannique entre 1914 et 1921 lors de batailles qui se déroulèrent dans le monde entier. La Porte de l’Inde est véritablement unique car ses murs portent les inscriptions des noms de 13 300 soldats tombés au combat. Sous son arc brûle la flamme éternelle (Amar Jyoti), qui reste allumée depuis 1971. La zone est particulièrement époustouflante le soir, lorsque la Porte de l’Inde et ses vastes pelouses sont illuminées. La porte de l’Inde se situe juste en face du magnifique Rashtrapati Bhavan, la résidence du Président de l’Inde. Tirant ses nuances architecturales d’un arc de triomphe, il s’agit de l’un des plus beaux monuments de la ville, très prisé pour les pique-niques et les sorties tout au long de l’année.
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 séjour à Delhi ne serait pas complet sans une visite du Musée national. Bâti en 1960, cette institution abrite une collection infinie et spectaculaire d’antiquités indiennes. Véritablement fantastique et extraordinaire, cette collection renferme des trésors datant de l’ère préhistorique et de la naissance de la civilisation indienne. Vous pourrez notamment y admirer des œuvres d’art et sculptures inestimables de la civilisation de la vallée de l’Indus. Mais ce n’est pas tout, puisque ce musée abrite aussi de rares miniatures, des reliques bouddhistes et jaïnas ainsi qu’une vaste collection d’artéfacts de l’ère Chola. Si les arts décoratifs vous intéressent, vous en trouverez également dans ce musée.
The Haryaana Polo Club welcomes any and all polo enthusiast. The months between October and March is the Haryaana Polo season in which professionals take part in competitive games. In all the rest of the months in the year is when beginners can step up and learn to this great game. In addition to the polo grounds, there are practice areas with 70 permanent stables, and the clubhouse even has guest rooms.
India's vibrant capital, Delhi is a city that has witnessed the rise and fall of empires. A cosmopolitan city where old and new, modernity and tradition overlap in an interwoven thread of history, Delhi is captivating. Pulsing with energy, the spice markets and street stalls of Chandni Chowk and Dilli Haat are awash in fabrics in every shade and fragrances that tantalize the senses while the tree-lined boulevards of Rashtrapati Bhavan and Parliament House stand as symbols of modern democracy. The World Heritage Lal Qila, once the seat of the vast Mughal Empire witnessed many a battle yet stands to tell the tale, a testament to the master craftsmen and engineers of the 17th Century. From the historic arch of India Gate to the upscale retail hub Khan Market, Delhi offers culture, entertainment and shopping, reflecting the eclectic Indian spirit with style.
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.
Very well-known in Delhi, Central Park has been a centre for cultural events since a very long time. The beautiful Central Park area at the Connaught Place was re-developed in 2005-2006 and has now become one of the main tourist attraction of the city. Lovely fountains and well-maintained gardens make this park an attractive site in the evening, where the locals and visitors stroll around admiring the beauty of this proud landmark.