The Red Fort is a 17th Century fort in Old Delhi area of India. It is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fort represents the peak in Mughal architecture under Shah Jahan and combines Persian palace architecture with Indian traditions. This fort still holds national importance in India.

Welcome to the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in Delhi, India! It is sometimes also called Akshardham Temple or Akshardham Delhi. In December 2007, the Guinness World Record officially recognised the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in Delhi as the World's Largest Comprehensive Hindu Temple.

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The Lotus temple is a pure white marble temple of the Baháʼí faith. It is open to worship for all people, regardless of religion or any other qualification. It has won many architectural and art awards & is a major tourist attraction.

The National War Memorial remembers all soldiers of the Indian military who fought in the armed conflicts post independence in 1947. 

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You can also contribute to the ARMED FORCES BATTLE CASUALTIES WELFARE FUND. Link to details: https://nationalwarmemorial.gov.in/donate-information

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India Gate is an arch-shaped war memorial located in the heart of New Delhi, India. Constructed in 1931, this memorial remembers the fallen soldiers from India who fought during World War I and thereafter. A visit to India Gate and the National War Memorial (nearby) will take you on the journey of the indomitable spirit of the Indian soldier.   

Qutub Minar is a 12th Century tower located in Delhi, India. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is an iconic monument in Old Delhi. The complex surrounding this area houses many destroyed and existing monuments of significance in Indian history. Tune into this episode to know more.

Built over 17 years, this monument stands testimony to the love of an Indian Emperor for his wife. Listen to this audio guide of the Taj Mahal as you traverse the expansive compound in which this 17th century architectural marvel is located.