New Delhi, Delhi, Nov 2016

New Delhi, capital of India has served as the political and financial centre of several empires of ancient India, the Delhi Sultanate, and the Mughal Empire from 1649 to 1857. During the early 1900s, British administration proposed to shift the capital of the British Indian Empire to Delhi from Calcutta. New Delhi is a cosmopolitan city due to the multi-ethnic and multi-cultural presence of the vast Indian bureaucracy and political system. The city's capital status has amplified the importance of national events and holidays. National events such as Republic Day, Independence Day and Gandhi Jayanti . New Delhi is home to several historic sites and museums.

Base of Qutub Minar. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble. The main attraction, the Qutub Minar is a 73-metre (240 feet) tall tapering tower with spiral staircase. Thought to have been based on the Minaret of Jam, in western Afghanistan. Numerous inscriptions in Parso-Arabic and Nagari characters in different sections of the Qutb Minar reveal the history of its construction, and the later restorations and repairs by Firoz Shah Tughluq (1351–89) and Sikandar Lodi (1489–1517).

Base of Qutub Minar. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble. The main attraction, the Qutub Minar is a 73-metre (240 feet) tall tapering tower with spiral staircase. Thought to have been based on the Minaret of Jam, in western Afghanistan. Numerous inscriptions in Parso-Arabic and Nagari characters in different sections of the Qutb Minar reveal the history of its construction, and the later restorations and repairs by Firoz Shah Tughluq (1351–89) and Sikandar Lodi (1489–1517).

Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble. The main attraction, the Qutub Minar is a 73-metre (240 feet) tall tapering tower with spiral staircase. Numerous inscriptions in Parso-Arabic and Nagari characters in different sections of the Qutb Minar reveal the history of its construction, and the later restorations and repairs by Firoz Shah Tughluq (1351–89) and Sikandar Lodi (1489–1517). Qutub Minar design is thought to have been based on the Minaret of Jam, in western Afghanistan.

Calligraphy on upper-base section of the Qutub Minar. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble. The main attraction, the Qutub Minar is a 73-metre (240 feet) tall tapering tower with spiral staircase. Thought to have been based on the Minaret of Jam, in western Afghanistan.

Calligraphy on upper-base section of the Qutub Minar. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble. The main attraction, the Qutub Minar is a 73-metre (240 feet) tall tapering tower with spiral staircase. Thought to have been based on the Minaret of Jam, in western Afghanistan.

Imam Zamin's tomb. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Imam Zamin's tomb. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Imam Zamin's tomb. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Alai Darwaza: Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble. The Alai Darwaza is the main gateway from southern side of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque. It was built by the second Khalji Sultan of Delhi, Alauddin Khalji in 1311 AD. The domed gateway is decorated with red sandstone and inlaid white marble decorations, inscriptions in Naskh script, latticed stone screens and showcases the remarkable craftsmanship of the Turkish artisans who worked on it. This is the first building in India to employ Islamic architecture principles in its construction and ornamentation.

Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Alauddin Khalji's Madrasa. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Work done on The Alai Darwaza, Qutub Complex, which is the main gateway from southern side of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque. It was built by the second Khalji Sultan of Delhi, Alauddin Khalji in 1311 AD. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble. The main attraction, the Qutub Minar is a 73-metre (240 feet) tall tapering tower with spiral staircase. Thought to have been based on the Minaret of Jam, in western Afghanistan.

Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble. The main attraction, the Qutub Minar is a 73-metre (240 feet) tall tapering tower with spiral staircase. Thought to have been based on the Minaret of Jam, in western Afghanistan.

Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Intricate stone carvings on the cloister columns. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

Intricate stone carvings on the cloister columns. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble.

View of Qutub Minar and its lawns. Qutb complex is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Structures are made of red sandstone and marble. The main attraction, the Qutub Minar is a 73-metre (240 feet) tall tapering tower with spiral staircase. Thought to have been based on the Minaret of Jam, in western Afghanistan.

Entrance to indoor exhibit at National Rail Museum, New Delhi, India. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

The National Rail Museum Guide Map at Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Entrance to indoor exhibit at National Rail Museum, New Delhi, India. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Steam powered locomotive (engine) at the museum. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Steam powered locomotive (engine) at the museum. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Steam powered locomotive (engine) at the museum. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Inside a steam locomotive: The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Mini train that takes visitors on a tour around the museum. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Mini train that takes visitors on a tour around the museum. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Mini train that takes visitors on a tour around the museum. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Mini train that takes visitors on a tour around the museum. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Bikaner station at The National Rail Museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Miniature Guna station at the National Rail Museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

History of Indian Railways: An indoor Exhibit at National Rail Museum, New Delhi. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

History of Indian Railways: An indoor Exhibit at National Rail Museum, New Delhi. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

History of Indian Railways: An indoor Exhibit at National Rail Museum, New Delhi. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

Indian Railways Signalling and Telecommunication systems: An indoor Exhibit at National Rail Museum, New Delhi. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

History of Indian Railways: An indoor Exhibit at National Rail Museum, New Delhi. The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen.

The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen. Sections provide exhibits and archival data depicting the rich historical events that helped in shaping the Indian Railways.

The National Rail Museum is a museum in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi which focuses on the rail heritage of India. Outdoor and indoor exhibit of the 163 years of rich Indian Railway’s historic heritage. Rare steam, diesel and electric locos, royal saloons and lots of artifacts can be seen. Sections provide exhibits and archival data depicting the rich historical events that helped in shaping the Indian Railways.