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Lutyens' Delhi
Lutyens' Delhi is a vast precinct in New Delhi, India, named after the British architect Edwin Lutyens (1869–1944), who was responsible for much of its architectural design and construction.
Lutyens' Delhi at a Glance
Why Lutyens' Delhi?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Minto Bridge
- Palika Bazaar
- National Charkha Museum
- Urdu Bazaar
- 2010 Jama Masjid attack
- Jama Masjid
Lutyens' Delhi at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Minto Bridge: An Indian Railways underpass connecting Shivaji Bridge Railway Station to New Delhi Railway StationMinto Bridge is a railway underbridge in New Delhi.
- Palika Bazaar: Palika Bazaar is an underground market located between the inner and outer circle of Connaught Place, Delhi, India. It is named after Palika Bazaar of Mumbai.
- National Charkha Museum: The National Charkha Museum is a spinning wheel museum located in Connaught Place, New Delhi. This has been built on the already built garden in Palika Bazaar.
- Urdu Bazaar: The Urdu Bazaar (literally, 'camp market') was a major market in the walled city of Delhi, India, near the Chandni Chowk. The open grounds between the Jama Masjid and Red Fort were used for camping by the Mughal soldiery as well as an ammunition market.
- 2010 Jama Masjid attack: The 2010 Jama Masjid attack occurred on 19 September 2010 when two gunmen on a motorcycle fired at a tourist bus near Gate 3 of the Jama Masjid in Old Delhi, India and injured two Taiwanese tourists.
- Jama Masjid: The Masjid-i-Jehan-Numa, commonly known as the Jama Masjid, in Old Delhi area of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. Its builder was the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, between 1644 and 1656, and it was inaugurated by its first Imam, Syed Abdul Ghafoor Shah Bukhari.
Sightseeing Places
- Minto Bridge: An Indian Railways underpass connecting Shivaji Bridge Railway Station to New Delhi Railway StationMinto Bridge is a railway underbridge in New Delhi.
- Palika Bazaar: Palika Bazaar is an underground market located between the inner and outer circle of Connaught Place, Delhi, India. It is named after Palika Bazaar of Mumbai.
- National Charkha Museum: The National Charkha Museum is a spinning wheel museum located in Connaught Place, New Delhi. This has been built on the already built garden in Palika Bazaar.
- Urdu Bazaar: The Urdu Bazaar (literally, 'camp market') was a major market in the walled city of Delhi, India, near the Chandni Chowk. The open grounds between the Jama Masjid and Red Fort were used for camping by the Mughal soldiery as well as an ammunition market.
- 2010 Jama Masjid attack: The 2010 Jama Masjid attack occurred on 19 September 2010 when two gunmen on a motorcycle fired at a tourist bus near Gate 3 of the Jama Masjid in Old Delhi, India and injured two Taiwanese tourists.
- Jama Masjid: The Masjid-i-Jehan-Numa, commonly known as the Jama Masjid, in Old Delhi area of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. Its builder was the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, between 1644 and 1656, and it was inaugurated by its first Imam, Syed Abdul Ghafoor Shah Bukhari.
Places That Define Lutyens' Delhi
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Minto Bridge
An Indian Railways underpass connecting Shivaji Bridge Railway Station to New Delhi Railway StationMinto Bridge is a railway underbridge in New Delhi.
Palika Bazaar
Palika Bazaar is an underground market located between the inner and outer circle of Connaught Place, Delhi, India. It is named after Palika Bazaar of Mumbai.
National Charkha Museum
The National Charkha Museum is a spinning wheel museum located in Connaught Place, New Delhi. This has been built on the already built garden in Palika Bazaar.
Urdu Bazaar
The Urdu Bazaar (literally, 'camp market') was a major market in the walled city of Delhi, India, near the Chandni Chowk. The open grounds between the Jama Masjid and Red Fort were used for camping by the Mughal soldiery as well as an ammunition market.
2010 Jama Masjid attack
The 2010 Jama Masjid attack occurred on 19 September 2010 when two gunmen on a motorcycle fired at a tourist bus near Gate 3 of the Jama Masjid in Old Delhi, India and injured two Taiwanese tourists.
Jama Masjid
The Masjid-i-Jehan-Numa, commonly known as the Jama Masjid, in Old Delhi area of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. Its builder was the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, between 1644 and 1656, and it was inaugurated by its first Imam, Syed Abdul Ghafoor Shah Bukhari.
2006 Jama Masjid bombings
On 14 April 2006, two explosions occurred in the courtyard of Jama Masjid, a 17th-century mosque in Old Delhi (India).
Turkman gate demolition and rioting
The Turkman gate demolition and subsequent massacre was an infamous case of political oppression and police brutality during the Emergency when, on 31 May 1976, residents of Old Delhi were killed by police while protesting a slum clearance.
Mubarak Begum Mosque
The Mubarak Begum Mosque, also known as Randi ki Masjid (lit. 'Prostitute's Mosque'), is a 19th-century red sandstone mosque, located in Hauz Qazi, Old Delhi, Delhi, India.
Gole Market
Gole Market is a retail location in the heart of New Delhi, India, built within a traffic roundabout by Edwin Lutyens in 1921, and giving its name also to the wider neighborhood.
Shankar's International Dolls Museum
The International Dolls Museum is a large collection of dolls in New Delhi, though part of Central Delhi, Delhi, India. Shankar Pillai, a political cartoonist.
Delhi Gate
Delhi Gate is the southern gate in the historic walled city of Delhi, or Shahjahanabad in 1638 AD. The gate links the New Delhi city with the old walled city of Delhi.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 15 km from Lutyens' Delhi.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Shivaji Bridge railway station, about 0 km from central Lutyens' Delhi.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Lutyens' Delhi (Apr, May, Jun) averages 27–37°C with about 27 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Lutyens' Delhi (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 27–34°C with about 216 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Lutyens' Delhi (Oct, Nov) averages 19–29°C with about 19 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Lutyens' Delhi (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 11–23°C with about 16 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 37°C and lows of 27°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 27°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C.
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History
- Summary: Lutyens' Delhi is a vast precinct in New Delhi, India, named after the British architect Edwin Lutyens (1869–1944), who was responsible for much of its architectural design and construction.
- Overview: Lutyens' Delhi is a vast precinct in New Delhi, India, named after the British architect Edwin Lutyens (1869–1944), who was responsible for much of its architectural design and construction. The establishment and development of this imposing precinct occurred during the reign of the British Raj, when India was a colonial possession of the British Empire. Work lasted between the late-1910s and 1930s.
- Ancient History: The area was constructed following the imperial British administration's decision to move the capital of their Indian Empire from Calcutta to Delhi; thus, a new precinct was carved out of the latter, christened New Delhi.
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Significance
The area was constructed following the imperial British administration's decision to move the capital of their Indian Empire from Calcutta to Delhi; thus, a new precinct was carved out of the latter, christened New Delhi.
Historical Significance
The area was constructed following the imperial British administration's decision to move the capital of their Indian Empire from Calcutta to Delhi; thus, a new precinct was carved out of the latter, christened New Delhi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lutyens' Delhi is most comfortable in January, February, March, October and November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is May (average high 38°C) and the wettest months are July and August.
The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 15 km away. The nearest railway station is Shivaji Bridge railway station, about 0 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Minto Bridge, Palika Bazaar, National Charkha Museum, Urdu Bazaar, 2010 Jama Masjid attack and Jama Masjid.
A stay of 2 days covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 19°C to 38°C over the year, with about 838 mm of rain in total.
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