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New Delhi

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About New Delhi

New Delhi works well as a base: 5 minutes from Delhi, 5km from Red Fort.

New Delhi is a city located in Delhi, India. With a population of 317,797, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, New Delhi sits in India, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kolkata time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add New Delhi to your route.

About New Delhi

20, Ashoka Road, officially Sanchar Bhawan, is the headquarters of the Union Ministry of Communications and Information Technology of India. It is also the headquarters of Department of Telecommunications of the ministry. The building is situated in the heart of the Indian capital, New Delhi. It is very similar in

Read more design to the Reserve Bank of India's Mumbai headquarters, and both were designed by the same architect, Firoz Kudianwala.

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New Delhi offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is New Delhi located?

New Delhi is located in Delhi, India, Asia. The coordinates are 28.6214 latitude, 77.2148 longitude.

What is the population of New Delhi?

New Delhi has a population of approximately 317,797 people, making it a city in India.

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Quick Information

Population
317,797
Continent
Asia
Country
India
Region
Delhi
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
28.6214, 77.2148

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in India

Police
100
Ambulance
102
Fire
101
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from New Delhi

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

India Gate

A 42-meter war memorial arch on the Rajpath ceremonial boulevard honoring 70,000 Indian soldiers who died in World War I.

2 km · about 5 min drive

restaurant

Karim's, Jama Masjid

A Mughlai institution in a courtyard off Gali Kababian behind Jama Masjid, run by the same family since 1913 and descended from cooks of the last Mughal court. Known for mutton burra and nihari.

4 km · about 5 min drive

castle

Red Fort

A massive red sandstone fort in Delhi that served as the main residence of Mughal emperors for nearly 200 years.

5 km · about 10 min drive

landmark

Humayun's Tomb

The first garden tomb on the Indian subcontinent, this Mughal masterpiece inspired the design of the Taj Mahal a century later.

5 km · about 10 min drive

cathedral

Akshardham Temple

A massive Hindu temple complex in Delhi showcasing 10,000 years of Indian culture through intricate carvings.

6 km · about 10 min drive

cathedral

Lotus Temple

A striking Bahá'í House of Worship shaped like a lotus flower, open to people of all faiths.

9 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Qutub Minar

The tallest brick minaret in the world at 72.5 meters, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 12th century with intricate carvings.

11 km · about 20 min drive

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