New Delhi, India

In 1956 Delhi was converted into an Union territory. From 1991 New Delhi, India became formally known as the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Location
The city is located to the west of the Yamuna river and lies right beside the old city of Delhi which was built by Shah Jahan.
Buildings, structures and Roads
Most of the structures of New Delhi,India has the deft touches of Lutyens written all over it and the city is also sometimes referred to as Lutyen's Delhi. The magnificent sructure of the Rashtrapati Bhavan set on top of the Raisana Hill is the central attraction. The North and South Blocks or the Secretariat buildings are located nearby. The seat of India's democracy-the Parliament House is situated at the Sansad Marg. The two main stretches of roads around which the city of New Delhi is structured are the Rajpath and the Janpath.
Transportation Facilities
The main modes of transport in the city of New Delhi are buses,auto-rikhsaws, taxis and the suburban railways. The newly opened metro is increasingly becoming a popular mode of transport.

Culture and Places of Interest
New Delhi,India is a cosmopolitan city and people from different communities who have settled here give the city an unique flavor. National events like the Republic Day and Independence Day are celebrated with a lot of grandeur in the city. There are numerous places to visit in New Delhi. With the range of monuments and attractions the city has, it is a tourist magnet. The historic India Gate – a memorial to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives in World War I, the stunning Red Fort, the imposing Rashtapati Bhavan , the Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb,Chandni Chowk and the Lotus Temple are all places of must visit on a traveler's itinerary. Raj Ghat- Gandhiji's last resting place is frequently visited by the tourists. New Delhi has a number of shopping complexes which are always bustling with enthusiastic shoppers. The city of Agra with the incredible Taj Mahal is a few hours drive from New Delhi.
New Delhi, India with its status as the capital of one of the largest democracies in the world is undoubtedly an important city on the world map. The government, the judiciary of India all function out of the city. The beautiful monuments, the lively people, the expansive roads, the historic feel of the city along with its political and national importance make New Delhi an unique city.
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