India Gate, one of the most prominent historical war memorials architectures of India at its heart capital, Delhi which is dedicated to those brave hero who sacrifice their lives in the First World War and Third Anglo-Afghan War. This symbol of pride to entire nation always stands stud and let us recall the heroic deeds of our brave soldiers while it is also a major tourist place where Indian as well as foreigner visit in a large number every year. Along the historical significance, India Gate is enveloped with the majestic surroundings of Rajpath Area which usually filled with vibrant tourist and crowd especially on the national events like Republic Day. At every evening the Amar Jawan Jyoti, the eternal flame glows under the main arc of India Gate, which symbolize the heroes of our nation never dies and still alive in our hearts. All these historical, heritage, architectural factors turn it one of the major tourist places of Delhi where you must visit on your India Tours!
History of India Gate Delhi
The history of India Gate Delhi is associate with the British India, when India was under the rule of Britishers as it was constructed by them. It was designed by one of the most famous architect Sir Edwin Lutyens and construction stated from 1921 and publicly open in 1931. India Gate was built to honor the more than 70,000 heroes who sacrifice their lives in the first world war (From 1914 to 1914) for Britishers and more than 13,500 Indian soldiers in third Anglo-Afghan War. After Indian independence there was established the eternal flames – Amar Jawan Jyoti that tribute to our martyrdom
Architecture of India Gate Delhi
India Gate, is one of the most brimming architecture of India that is synonymous of British architecture brilliance. As India Gate was designed by a renowned architect designer - Sir Edwin Lutyens with the blend of European and Indian styles. This 42-Meter-tall triumphal arch is inspired by the Paris' Arc de Triomphe, and featured with red and yellow sandstone from Bharatpur. This majestic architecture was constructed in the honor of brave Indian solider who sacrificed in first world war and third Anglo-Afghan war and their names are still written on it
Location of India Gate Delhi
India Gate is situated at the heart of New Delhi on Rajpath which is directly connected to prestigious Rashtrapati Bhavan where you may reach by public or private transports
Entry Fees at India Gate Delhi
There are no entry fees at India Gate Delhi
Opening and Closing Time of India Gate Delhi
India Gate Delhi remains open 24x7 where you may visit either day or night, while its décor with lights at night that you much checkout between 5pm to 9pm
Special Events at India Gate Delhi
India Gate is national monument of the country where several national events conduct throughout the year such as:
- Republic Day celebrations (26 January)
- Martyrs’ Day
- Independence Day events
- Light show in the evening
- Musical Fountain Show
- Cultural events like Art Fair, Food Fair and more
Places to visit nearby India Gate Delhi
After exploring the stunning war memorial India Gate, there are some other amusing places to visit nearby India Gate such as:
- National War Memorial (1 Km)
- National Gallery of Modern Art (1.5 Kms)
- National Museum (1.5 Kms)
- Agrasen Ki Baoli (1.5 Kms)
- Khan Market (2.5 Kms)
- Jantar Mantar (3 Kms)
- Gurudwara Bangla Sahib (3.5 Kms)
- Lodhi Garden (3.5 Kms)
- Rashtrapati Bhavan (3.5 Kms)
- Humayun's Tomb (3.5 Kms)
- Chandni Chawk (5.5 Kms)
- Purana Quila (4 Kms)
- Jama Masjid (6 Kms)
- Red Fort (7kms)
- Akshardham Temple (8.5 Kms)
- Lotus Temple (11.5 Kms)
- Qutub Minar (11.5 Kms)
