15 Interesting Facts about Delhi

The capital of India, Delhi is the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Often known as the “City of Djinns”, Delhi boasts an intriguing historical past. From the marvellous architectural wonders of the Mughal era to the well-planned and designed colonial buildings, this amazing city has been built and rebuilt over several times. Today, Delhi is considered the epicenter of India's politics, economy and culture. Holidaymakers from different parts of the world come here to see and experience the irresistible magic that this city has. 

But, do you know about the different facets of this whimsical city? Yes, there are some interesting facts about Delhi, which we bet you must have never heard of. Let’s find out more about them. 

• On 13th Feb 1931, Delhi became the official capital of India.
• Qutub Minar of Delhi is the tallest brick minaret in the world.
• In 2014, Delhi Metro was ranked the second most popular metro system in the world. 
• There is a museum in Delhi that is dedicated to toilets. It is named Sulabh International Museum of Toilets. 
• The city is home to Asia’s largest wholesale spice market – Khari Baoli. It is situated in the extremely popular Chandni Chowk area. 
• Delhi is counted among one of the greenest cities in the world. 
• Traffic in Delhi is more like the traffic in London. The drivers here sit on the right side of the car.
• Delhi also has a rail museum with steam-age behemoths.
• Delhi is one city that has been continuously inhabited since the 6th century BC.
• Hindi, English, Punjabi, and Urdu are the most commonly spoken languages in Delhi.
• Built in the year 1647 by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan, Red Fort in Old Delhi was the last fort built in India. 
• Delhi is ranked as the 7th most expensive office hotspot in the world.
• Out of the total eight Bahai temples around the world, Delhi’s Lotus Temple is the only architecture of Bahai faith in entire Asia. 
• In the year 1903, trams were one of the most important means of transportation in Delhi. 
• The walled city of Delhi originally had fourteen gates.

So, if these facts were enough to captivate your imagination, then plan your trip to this magnificent city today. Delhi is well connected to all the international destinations via airways. And you can easily find cheap airfares to Delhi according to your budget. So, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags today and get going.