India Gate, a war memorial and national monument, stands as a testament to India's military history, with an eternal flame burning in remembrance of soldiers who laid down their lives for the nation.
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
October to March
Languages
Hindi · English
Coordinates
28.614°, 77.209°
Key facts
1India Gate is 42 meters high and has the names of 85,000 Indian soldiers inscribed on its walls.
2It was originally called the All India War Memorial.
3The India Gate complex also includes the National War Museum and a canopy-shaped chhatri.
Timeline
1911: Construction began under the supervision of Edwin Lutyens.
1931: India Gate was officially dedicated to the nation.
1971: The Amar Jawan Jyoti (Eternal Flame) was added to honor soldiers who died in the Indo-Pakistan War.
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Blue Pottery
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Famous restaurants
🌅 Morning2
☀️ Afternoon2
🌙 Evening2
$ · South Indian · Idli · Dosa⭐ 4.2
Saravana Bhavan
Famous for its South Indian breakfast, especially the masala dosa.
55, Ashok Road, New Delhi
☎ +91 11 2371 1111
🔔 Walk-ins OK
$ · Indian · Paratha⭐ 4.1
Paranthe Wali Gali
A historic lane known for its variety of parathas since the 1870s.
Gali Paranthe Wali, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi
🔔 Walk-ins OK
$$$ · Indian · Continental⭐ 4.5
Gymkhana Club
An iconic club known for its fine dining and historic ambiance.
1, Safdarjung Road, New Delhi
☎ +91 11 2301 0199
🔔 Members and guests only
$$$ · Indian · Northwest Frontier⭐ 4.6
Bukhara
Famous for its tandoori specialties and historic significance.
Maidens Hotel, New Delhi
☎ +91 11 3010 3030
🔔 Recommended
$$ · Indian · Punjabi⭐ 4.3
Punjabi By Nature
Popular for its authentic Punjabi cuisine and lively atmosphere.
2, N Block Market, Greater Kailash I, New Delhi
☎ +91 11 2921 2651
🔔 Recommended
$$$$ · Indian · Fusion⭐ 4.8
Indian Accent
Award-winning restaurant known for its innovative Indian cuisine.
The Lodhi, Lodhi Road, New Delhi
☎ +91 11 4361 6000
🔔 Recommended
Local dishes
🌅 Morning2
☀️ Afternoon2
🌙 Evening2
Paratha
Layered Indian flatbread, often stuffed with vegetables or potatoes, served with curd or pickle.
Where: Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi
When: morning
Price: ₹20-₹50
Idli
Steamed rice cakes, often served with coconut chutney and sambar, a lentil-based vegetable stew.
Where: MTR, Bangalore
When: morning
Price: ₹10-₹30
Biryani
Fragrant mixed rice dish, cooked with spices, vegetables, and meat or chicken.
Where: Paradise, Hyderabad
When: afternoon
Price: ₹100-₹300
Pav Bhaji
Vegetable curry served with soft bread rolls, often topped with butter and chopped onions.
Where: Mumbai street food stalls
When: afternoon
Price: ₹50-₹100
Kebabs
Grilled meat skewers, often marinated in yogurt and spices, served with mint chutney.
Where: Karim's, Delhi
When: evening
Price: ₹100-₹300
Chaat
Savory snack with crispy flour chips, topped with boiled potatoes, onions, yogurt, and tamarind chutney.