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The tranquil Lodhi Gardens are as historic as they are picturesque. Mottled with a tracery of manicured lawns, verdant foliage and mammoth trees, the gardens are steeped deep in both, natural magnificence and antiquity. The Bara Gumbad sits right in the heart of the garden, and gives way to a spectacular three-domed mosque, whereas the Shisha Gumbad carries within itself remnants of an ancient family. The tomb of Muhammad Shah looks nothing short of a palace, while the tomb of Sikandar Lodi features a majestic walled enclosure. These tombs, with their sharp arches, glazed tiles and structural domes, are a testament to the sheer genius of Mughal architects. The garden is further enriched by a tracery of water features, including trickling rivulets, and a placid lake. Considered a favourite among picnickers, joggers and families, the garden is located in close proximity to Humayun's Tomb.

The Deer Park at Hauz Khas village is a popular picnic spot for families and groups. This lush green area with its landscaped trees and bushes lets you escape the bustle and noise of the city. What draws most visitors here are the spotted deer spotted often around the park as well as majestic peacocks, rabbits and guinea pigs. The park also includes a designated play area for the kids, making this a perfect place to be on any given Sunday.

Located close to the Mehrauli heritage area within the Said-Ul-Azaib village, The Garden of Five Senses is a 20-acre (eight hectare) beautiful park in New Delhi. Developed by the Delhi Tourism Transportation Development Corporation, this verdant setting boasts of manicured gardens and perfectly done-up walking and seating areas for visitors. The garden also contains a large variety of botanical specimens and sculptures, making it an ideal destination for students and art-lovers as well. The garden manages to perfectly combine nature's charm with the artistic delights so as to create a heady potpourri of sorts to appease the senses of all those who visit it. So get away from the hustle and bustle of the the metropolitan and visit The Garden of Five Senses to relax and rejuvenate.