I love Delhi - A brief
Well as promised and demanded here is the first post on Delhi.
Delhi sometimes referred to as Dilli (pyaar se) is the second largest metropolis of India, with a population of 17 million, and a federally-administered union territory officially known as the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT).
Located on the banks of river Yamuna in northern India, archaeological evidence suggest that Delhi has been continuously inhabited since at least 6th century BC.
History: O yes yes many of you (me also) do not like this subject,, but without history... no present, no future... so belive me,, it is intersting
Delhi has been built and re-built more than 5 times at different sites in and around Delhi but the correct reference is found in the Mahabharatha as the city of Pandavas, also called Indraprastha some 3000 years ago. Until the influx of outsiders, Delhi was home to the Hindu rulers somewhere during the 12th century. Muslim rule in India was established in 12th century after Mohammed Gauri defeated Prithviraj Chauhan. Following are some stages of Rule in Delhi:
1. Indraprastha: Indraprastha was formed in Delhi in 1000 B.C during Mahabharatha which is assumed to have been around the annex of Purana Quila. According to Mahabharatha, Pandavas named this region as Indraprastha which was known as Khandava-Prastha.
2. Maurya Capital: Our history reveals that Delhi was on the great national highway of the Mauryas that linked their capital Patliputra (now Patna in Bihar) with Taxila (Takshashila), now in Pakistan.
3. Delhi Sultanate: Delhi was acquired by Qutab-Ud-Din Aibak in 1193 which was followed by mighty Mughals from the year 1526 to 1857. Later on Khilji followers built their new capital at Siri, the second city of Delhi.
4. British Rule: In 1911, king Goerge visited India and it was during his tenure that Delhi became the new capital of India. Delhi saw some significant developments during this period in the form of buildings, infrastructure, parliamentary buildings and public offices. The interception of British rule in India also witnessed a new city being formed in the name of New Delhi or the Lutyens’ Delhi.
Geography: Delhi is now majorly divided in following four zones:
a) East Delhi: East Delhi is located on the eastern bank of Yamuna River and this part of the city is also called "Trans Yamuna". East Delhi is surrounded by some parts of U.P, which includes Noida and Ghaziabad. Noida and Ghaziabad regions are also included in the NCR (National Capital Region). Closeness from delhi is turning a huge benifit for these locations.
b) West Delhi: There are overall nine districts in Delhi. Some of the important and posh localities fall under West Delhi. Patel Nagar, Punjabi Bagh, Pitampura, Rohini, Dwarka, Janakpuri and Rajauri Garden are the major localities of West Delhi. These areas is making rapid progress these days.
c) North Delhi: Yes, a real old flavour of delhi can only be enjoyed in North Delhi. North Delhi lies in the region of Old Delhi and has its own importance in the landscape of Delhi. North Delhi has the trace of some great monuments that Mughals left behind like Red Fort and Jama Masjid. Delhi’s old and popular markets are located in North Delhi. Places like Chandni Chowk, Kashmiri Gate and Darya Ganj are located in North Delhi. It happens to be one of the densely populated areas of urban Delhi. Civil Lines, Model Town and Ashok Vihar are among the posh localities of North Delhi.
d) South Delhi: South Delhi is a blend of both ancient and New Delhi. It is also said to be the most posh zone of delhi (luckily I am also in south delhi). South Delhi ranges from congested by lanes of villages like Munirka to swanky localities like Hauz khaz, Vasant Vihar, Greater Kailash, C R Park, Panchsheel Enclave, South Extension, Defence Colony, Friends Colony, Green Park etc.
Delhi sometimes referred to as Dilli (pyaar se) is the second largest metropolis of India, with a population of 17 million, and a federally-administered union territory officially known as the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCT).
Located on the banks of river Yamuna in northern India, archaeological evidence suggest that Delhi has been continuously inhabited since at least 6th century BC.
History: O yes yes many of you (me also) do not like this subject,, but without history... no present, no future... so belive me,, it is intersting
Delhi has been built and re-built more than 5 times at different sites in and around Delhi but the correct reference is found in the Mahabharatha as the city of Pandavas, also called Indraprastha some 3000 years ago. Until the influx of outsiders, Delhi was home to the Hindu rulers somewhere during the 12th century. Muslim rule in India was established in 12th century after Mohammed Gauri defeated Prithviraj Chauhan. Following are some stages of Rule in Delhi:
1. Indraprastha: Indraprastha was formed in Delhi in 1000 B.C during Mahabharatha which is assumed to have been around the annex of Purana Quila. According to Mahabharatha, Pandavas named this region as Indraprastha which was known as Khandava-Prastha.
2. Maurya Capital: Our history reveals that Delhi was on the great national highway of the Mauryas that linked their capital Patliputra (now Patna in Bihar) with Taxila (Takshashila), now in Pakistan.
3. Delhi Sultanate: Delhi was acquired by Qutab-Ud-Din Aibak in 1193 which was followed by mighty Mughals from the year 1526 to 1857. Later on Khilji followers built their new capital at Siri, the second city of Delhi.
4. British Rule: In 1911, king Goerge visited India and it was during his tenure that Delhi became the new capital of India. Delhi saw some significant developments during this period in the form of buildings, infrastructure, parliamentary buildings and public offices. The interception of British rule in India also witnessed a new city being formed in the name of New Delhi or the Lutyens’ Delhi.
Geography: Delhi is now majorly divided in following four zones:
a) East Delhi: East Delhi is located on the eastern bank of Yamuna River and this part of the city is also called "Trans Yamuna". East Delhi is surrounded by some parts of U.P, which includes Noida and Ghaziabad. Noida and Ghaziabad regions are also included in the NCR (National Capital Region). Closeness from delhi is turning a huge benifit for these locations.
b) West Delhi: There are overall nine districts in Delhi. Some of the important and posh localities fall under West Delhi. Patel Nagar, Punjabi Bagh, Pitampura, Rohini, Dwarka, Janakpuri and Rajauri Garden are the major localities of West Delhi. These areas is making rapid progress these days.
c) North Delhi: Yes, a real old flavour of delhi can only be enjoyed in North Delhi. North Delhi lies in the region of Old Delhi and has its own importance in the landscape of Delhi. North Delhi has the trace of some great monuments that Mughals left behind like Red Fort and Jama Masjid. Delhi’s old and popular markets are located in North Delhi. Places like Chandni Chowk, Kashmiri Gate and Darya Ganj are located in North Delhi. It happens to be one of the densely populated areas of urban Delhi. Civil Lines, Model Town and Ashok Vihar are among the posh localities of North Delhi.
d) South Delhi: South Delhi is a blend of both ancient and New Delhi. It is also said to be the most posh zone of delhi (luckily I am also in south delhi). South Delhi ranges from congested by lanes of villages like Munirka to swanky localities like Hauz khaz, Vasant Vihar, Greater Kailash, C R Park, Panchsheel Enclave, South Extension, Defence Colony, Friends Colony, Green Park etc.
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