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Delhi is a favourite among tourists who believe in having an immersive travelling experience. The city’s streets are filled with warmth and each day brings in a new adventure. You can choose from a long list of places to visit in Delhi in summers as this city evokes a lot of joy among visitors. There is excellent architecture and art to observe, vibrant spots for shopping, mouth-watering delicacies at eateries and natural wonders that have the ability to render one awestruck.
10 Places To Visit In Delhi In Summers
While battling the rising temperatures can sometimes be daunting, here are some places to visit in Delhi in summers to beat the heat.
1. National Gallery Of Modern Art
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This gallery is popular among art enthusiasts from all over the world. It is home to several national as well as international masterpieces. The collection displays around 17,000 artworks by artists like Abanindranath Tagore, Raja Ravi Varma, Rabindranath Tagore, Jamini Roy, Amrita Sher-Gil and many other big names in Indian Art. The museum is located on the premises of the Jaipur House. The gallery is fully air-conditioned and is bound to provide you with a comfortable experience on a summer’s day.
Timings: 11 AM – 6:30 PM
Entry Fee: ₹25 for Indians and ₹500 for foreigners
2. Akshardham Temple
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Akshardham Temple is the ultimate confluence of culture, architectural brilliance and spirituality. The temple complex is lush and green and a gentle breeze flows from the cool waters of the Yamuna. There are also separate halls for exhibitions which are managed using modern communication and technology. The temple features shrines of Sita-Rama, Radha-Krishna, Lakshmi-Narayana and Shiva-Parvati. There are multiple idols of swamis and 234 meticulously designed pillars. The most interesting feature of the temple is the Gajendra Path, which has figures of life-sized elephants as a tribute to the animal’s significance in Hindu mythology.
Timings: 10 AM – 8 PM
3. Garden Of Five Senses
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During summer, plants and flowers are in full bloom and radiate vibrance. Located in the Mehrauli Heritage Area, this thematic garden has different sections including bamboo plants, pools of water lilies and a garden of herbs. As the name of the garden suggests, all installations in this garden are to appeal to all five senses of the visitors. One can touch, feel, hear, see and smell – indulging in the beauty of nature. The garden hosts a festival in February and keeps organising cultural events during festivities. There is a replica of the Mayan Labná Arch, which is a popular tourist attraction.
Timings: 9 AM – 7 PM
Entry Fee: ₹35 for adults and ₹15 for children and senior citizens
4. Lotus Temple
Lotus Temple is a Baháʼí house of worship that encourages people across all religious faiths to come together and pray. It is popularly identified by the 27 free-standing petals, made of white marble. There are around 9 doors and the space inside can accommodate around 1,300 people at once. Anyone can enter this temple irrespective of their caste, religion or gender. Sacred texts from all faiths can be chanted in any language. This temple is a marker of diversity in a multicultural country like India.
Timings: 8:30 AM – 6 PM
5. Gandhi Smriti Museum
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Gandhi Smriti Museum, as the name suggests, is dedicated to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. He had spent the last days of his life in this very place until he was assassinated. Before his presence added great significance to the place, it used to be the residence of the Birla family. You can see Gandhi Ji’s iconic spectacles here. The pillar outside the museum is significant for carrying the symbols of the Swastika and Om, depicting how their usage has changed over the years. You can also see Gandhi’s room and the place where he prayed.
Timings: 10 AM – 6 PM
6. Agrasen Ki Baoli
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Located near Connaught Place, Agrasen Ki Baoli is an architectural wonder that is recognised and protected by the Archaeological Survey of India as an ancient monument. This place is perfect for those who curiously love listening to stories about ghosts since this place is believed to be haunted. It was built under the orders of King Agrasen in the 14th century as a stepwell. It has 108 steps, with each step ornately designed. During the Lodi Period, a mosque was added to its western side, making it closer to Persian monuments.
Timings: 9 AM – 5:30 PM
7. Hauz Khas
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This locality in Delhi is very popular due to the presence of restaurants and bars. It is surrounded by Green Park and Gulmohar Park and presents a confluence of ancient architecture and contemporary urban culture. In the Hauz Khas Village, you can find the Hauz Khas Fort, a tomb, a lake and a mosque which date back to the reign of the Khiljis. These monuments exemplify the beauty and meticulous intricacy of ancient Islamic architecture. The lake adds to the scenic view of the entire Hauz Khas complex. This place is perfect for early morning and evening strolls during summer.
Timings: 10 AM – 11 PM
8. Connaught Place
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A popular commercial space in the heart of Delhi, Connaught Place is always bustling with office-goers and is identified largely by its colossal white pillars. There are multiple eateries where you can satisfy your taste buds and several shops where you can buy souvenirs for your loved ones. The official name of this place is Rajiv Chowk and it is the financial hub of the city. You can relish quintessential Delhi chaats and shop from local stalls or even high-end brands. It also has several hotels, where you can book your stay.
Timings: 10 AM – 8:30 PM
9. Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar is an observatory built in 1723 by Maharaja Jai Singh II to study astronomy and revise calendars. It is the epitome of scientific advancement. In the times of ancient Rajputana, this observatory was used as a site for observing the positions of celestial bodies. There are 13 instruments of architectural astronomy within this observatory. For those who love exploring and expanding the horizons of their knowledge, this is a perfect place. Visitors come here to see the Samrat Yantra – the world’s largest Sundial and an interesting astronomical instrument from ancient times.
Timings: 11 AM – 6:30 PM
Entry Fee: ₹15 for Indians and ₹200 for foreigners
10. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Associated with Guru Har Krishnan, this Gurudwara is a significant place of worship for Sikhs around the globe. It houses 9 Sikh shrines that were under construction during the reign of the Mughal Emperor, Shah Alam II. The exquisite golden dome atop the Gurudwara sets it apart from adjacent structures. The premises have a kitchen, a pond, a school, a library, and an art gallery. Anyone can volunteer to mind shoes and help clean the Gurudwara. You can come here for a langar, irrespective of religion and race.
Timings: 24*7
Summers in Delhi are filled with warmth and vibrance. You can enjoy a breeze by the banks of the Yamuna or indulge in the rich, glorious past of India. There is a long list of places to visit in Delhi in summers. If you are looking forward to a fun-filled summer in Delhi, do not forget to plan your trip to the capital city with TripXL.
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