Delhi is a thoroughly inscrutable onion of a city: every layer you peel off reveals an even deeper layer of history. Rebuilt eight times by its many conquerors, it has been the seat of the Hindu, Muslim and British empires. All of them have left their mark in the architecture, customs, food and people of this relentless city; all are undergoing a transformation in the capital of modern India.

New Delhi, has to be one of the most exciting cities in the world. It is full of life, hustle, bustle, and traffic 24 hours a day. Once you have mastered the very scary art of crossing the street, there is no shortage of good food, endless shopping, and fascinating sites to visit.

There have been at least eight cities of Delhi built in the area, of which the current city is the newest iteration. Ancient monuments from the old Delhis are peppered around the city. There are ruined forts, magnificent tombs, and thriving temples, mosques, and shrines that are still frequented by locals, just as they have been for hundreds of years.

It would be a crime to be in New Delhi and not indulge in her delicious, spicy, and flavoursome cuisine. It mixes taste traditions from all over the country, including Southern Indian, Punjabi, and Mughlai recipes, taking the best elements of Indian cuisine. If you are looking for souvenirs, New Delhi is packed with bazaars and emporiums selling goods from all over India from clothes and handicrafts to spices and electronics.

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