New Delhi (Hindi: नई दिल्ली Naī Dillī, Urdu: نئی دہلی Naī Dihlī), the capital of the Republic of India, is at the heart of the world's largest democracy. Designed by British architects Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, New Delhi is the seat of all three branches of the Government of India, and the modern core of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT). The city has a population of nearly 2,50,000 in 2011.
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Originally developed as the capital of the British Raj, New Delhi is the centre of India's political life. Its arteries connect the capital to the seven cities of Delhi, as well as its sprawling suburbs. Though densely populated, New Delhi retains a lot of greenery. New Delhi is one of the 13 official districts of Delhi and is governed by the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC).
The fast-growing Delhi Metro network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. Fares range from ₹10-60. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. As of 2025, there are 9 lines operational: Red Line 1 : Dilshad Garden–Rithala Yellow Line 2 : Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre Blue Line 3/4 : Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City Blue Line branch: Yamuna Bank–Vaishali Green Line 5 : Mundka–Inderlok Green Line branch: Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar Violet Line 6 : Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh Orange Line Airport Exp…
Individual listings can be found in New Delhi's district articles The main point of interest in New Delhi is the Kartavya Bhavan Area (literally the "House of Duty Area"), the city's central administrative district. Developed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, the district is home to the India Gate (monumental arch for Indian soldiers), the Rashtrapati Bhavan (residence of the President of India), and of course the Kartavya Path (Path of Duty) connecting the two. The Kartavya Path is flanked by ministry buildings at both sides.
Individual listings can be found in New Delhi's district articles Take a walk at Connaught Place (CP), the heart of New Delhi. The British-designed colonial equivalent of a shopping mall, it's laid out in two concentric rings divided into blocks, all bursting with shops and lots of pampered pigeons waddling about. Long neglected, the area received an upsurge after the opening of the major Metro junction of Rajiv Chowk under it, and it's going more upmarket by the day. At the centre is a small but pleasant park, while on one edge is the notorious Palika Bazaar, an underground den of cheap wares, many pirated or smuggled from overseas.
Individual listings can be found in New Delhi's district articles If you come from the West, it may be interesting to eat at a fast food restaurant like McDonald's or Burger King. The menus are different and, unlike in the west, very vegetarian friendly - even KFC has a veg option. The best place to go for chaat is the Bengali Market (metro: Mandi House 3/4 6 ) near Connaught Place in the city centre. The restaurants are high quality and the food is great. There are ATMs as well. One of the best known restaurants there is Nathu's. But for the really good chaat, you have to make your way to Old Delhi, and particularly to Ashok's near Chawri Bazaar.
Individual listings can be found in New Delhi's district articles
As the capital of India, New Delhi is a highly sensitive area for travellers. The Delhi Police are known to be unfriendly towards visitors, and may barricade certain areas to regulate vehicle and pedestrian movements. Many first-time travellers find themselves falling victim to scams and touts. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice, including taxi and auto drivers. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. New Delhi is unsafe for women travellers.
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