The most important area of Dilli is its central region. Central Dilli is one place to look at. It is a master piece where you can easily take a glimpse of British architecture in its buildings. The area comprises of Willingdon Crescent, Connaught Place and Lodhi Gardens. Central Dilli is an administrative district of India. It is bounded by the Yamuna River on the east, and by the districts of North Dilli to the north, West Dilli and South West Dilli to the west, New Dilli to the south, and East Dilli to the east across the Yamuna. Administratively, the district is divided into three subdivisions, Darya Ganj, Pahar Ganj, and Karol Bagh.
Central Delhi has a population of 644,005 (2001 census). Central Dilli houses the central business district and high rises. Being in the vicinity of Old Dilli, it includes Shahjahanabad which served as capital of the Mughal Empire, and is home to the monuments like the Dilli Fort and the Jama Masjid, Dilli’s principal mosque.
It also includes monuments like Rashtrapati Bhawan, Sansad Bhawan and India Gate. This place is a hub of tourists and is full of historical monuments like Jantar Mantar, St James Church. Being the hub of commerce and politics, Central Dilli is a place to explore.
A repository of British and Mughal architecture, central Dilli houses edifices that are a must to be visited while on a tour to Dilli. Apart from these, there are several clubs, shopping arcades and recreational centers located here. Spending evenings at India Gate is blissful.
If you are feeling hungry, this part of Dilli will serve you with any kind of food that you are looking for. From hearty meals to snacks and local delicacies, central region is hog heaven for foodies in the town.
This is one area that is quite rich in shops that showcases almost everything from needle to cars. The area is quite popular amongst travellers and one would just love to visit this place. Hotels are readily available in almost every range.
Important areas in Central Dilli are Chandni Chowk, Connaught Place, Karol Bagh and Pragati Maidan.
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