Lodhi Gardens

If you could take just one photo: Lodhi Gardens

Near Khan market, just down Lodhi Road, is a lush green respite, a spa for eyes dazzled by the sun and dust of Delhi. Lodhi Gardens welcomes you in with tranquil green lawns and verdant foliage. Traffic and voices are muted and in their place you hear birdsongs, insects. Ahead you see an imposing, yet graceful stone building – once a tomb for an ancient Mughal ruler, and now the perfect spot to stop, sit for a while, and drink in the tranquility.

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Finding an oasis of calm in the centre of hectic Delhi can at times seem impossible. But these magical and unlikely places do exist, and Lodhi Gardens is the queen. The turret-topped, 12th-century tombs of the Lodhi Dynasty emperors crumble elegantly amidst a large, lush park graced with walkways, waterways, and flower gardens. Families picnic on the spacious lawns, tourists crawl over the unprotected monuments and couples enjoy moments of unguarded affection. And not only is a visit relaxing and informative, it is also delicious. The Lodhi Gardens Restaurant features good food and its outdoor setting is among the most luxurious and romantic in the city.

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