{"id":3645,"date":"2020-01-02T18:12:55","date_gmt":"2020-01-02T12:42:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.avis.co.in\/blog\/?p=3645"},"modified":"2026-01-09T15:36:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T10:06:22","slug":"a-complete-guide-for-heritage-sites-in-delhi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.avis.co.in\/blog\/a-complete-guide-for-heritage-sites-in-delhi\/","title":{"rendered":"A Complete Guide for Heritage Sites in Delhi"},"content":{"rendered":"

The 5000-year-old Delhi is a city with great history, empires, religions, and heritage. Even amidst the bustling sounds of city life, you may easily spot reminders of its rich past in nearly every part of this city.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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In Delhi, there are remnants of at least eight historic cities that you can find in both history and the pages of the Mahabharata. This city has an abundance of ancient sites & monuments from many powerful empires that are a treat to visit. However, there are 3 heritage sites in Delhi which can take you on a journey back in time.<\/span><\/p>\n

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To truly explore the heritage of Delhi and understand its history would be a dream of a lifetime for any history buff. To help you out, we have compiled a list of World Heritage sites in Delhi that will take you back in time and help you trace the history of this beautiful and magnificent city.<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. Humayun\u2019s Tomb<\/b><\/h2>\n

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From historical significance to architectural beauty, everything about this place makes it one of the most visited world heritage sites in Delhi. The first wife of Mughal Emporer Humayun- Haji Begum commissioned this tomb to honor her late husband.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Built-in the 16th century, it was the first tomb on the Indian continent with symmetrical gardens. Famous Persian architects Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid h Muhammad designed this monument to make it look like its floating above the gardens. <\/span><\/p>\n

With such historic significance, Humayun\u2019s Tomb aka Maqbaera e Humayun is one of the heritage sites in Delhi that transcends time.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to reach<\/b><\/h4>\n

The nearest metro station to the Humayun Tomb is JLN Metro Station. From there, you can easily reach this historic place. You can also opt for a car hire service in Delhi to avoid the hassle of changing metros & hailing cabs. With Avis<\/strong> <\/a>India, you can car hire in Delhi with driver or without a driver at reasonable prices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Entry Fees\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n

For Indians: INR 40.<\/span><\/p>\n

For foreign nationals: INR 600.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Timings:<\/b> 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.<\/span><\/p>\n

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