India Through My Eyes

The splendour of the Rashtrapati Bhavan is multi-dimensional. It is a vast mansion and its architecture is breathtaking.  More than these, it has a hallowed existence in the annals of democracy for being the residence of the President of the largest democracy in the world.  Few official residential premises of the Head of the State in the world will match the Rashtrapati Bhavan in terms of its size, vastness and its magnificence. The present day Rashtrapati Bhavan was the erstwhile residence of the British Viceroy. Its architect was Edwin Landseer Lutyens. The decision to build a residence in New Delhi for the British Viceroy was taken after it was decided in the Delhi Durbar of 1911 that the capital of India would be shifted from Calcutta to Delhi in the same year. It was constructed to affirm the permanence of British rule in India. This building gave the impression, in the words of a critique, the setting of a perpetual Durbar. The buildin...

Cathedral Church of the Redemption also known as Viceroy Church, is Amongst beautiful and magnificent Churches in India, Church is located east of Parliament House in New Delhi and Rashtrapati Bhavan which was used by then British Viceroy. The design of this Church inspired by the Palladio Church of II Redentore in Venice as well as Lutyens Hampstead Church. History:- The Cathedral Church of the Redemption traces its origin to the early  1900 CE. when Rev. T.R. Dixon was appointed as the Chaplain to meet the spiritual needs of the British officers in the Capital of India. The Cathedral was built in eight years and was completed in the year  1935 . Architecture:- Cathedral was designed by Henry Medd. Cathedral was built in such a manner that even in the extreme summers it remains cool and serene. The Church has beautifully curved high arches and delicate domes, which won the heart of the then Viceroy Lord Irwin, Lord irwin gifted an organ and ...

Safdarjang's Tomb is a garden tomb with a marble mausoleum in New Delhi, India. It is an eminent example of Mughal Architecture in India. It was built in 1754 in the late Mughal Empire.       History: - Safdarjang's Tomb was built in 1753-54 by Nawab Shujau'd-Daulah as tribute to his father's memory 'Mirza Muqim Abul Mansur Khan', entitled 'Safdarjang'. He was the Governor of the province of Awadh under the reign of Muhammad Shah (1719 - 48) and later his Prime Minister. The Safdarjang tomb was erected roughly on the pattern of Humayun's tomb. Architecture and Landscape: -  The monument is entered through an ornamental painted gateway on the east. This double stories gateway has several apartments a court yard and a mosque.  The enclosure wall with channles over them to carry water to different pavilions has a series of recessed arches on the interior and octagonal towers on the four Corner...

  The India Gate is the national monument of India. Situated in the heart of New Delhi, it was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. The monument is inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, which in turn is inspired by the Roman Arch of Titus. Opened: February 10, 1921 The 42-metre tall India Gate is situated in such a way that many important roads spread out from it. Traffic passing around India Gate used to be continuous until the roads were closed to the public. The lawns around Rajpath throng with people during the evening, when the monument is lit up. The India Gate hexagon complex, with a diameter of about 625 metres, covers approximately 306,000m² in area. The Republic Day Parade starts from Rashtrapati Bhavan and passes through India Gate to reach the Red Fort. Its me with Peanut vendor at India Gate. His name was Ranjeet and he belongs to Uttar Pradesh came to Delhi for Work.

1.Stairs of Small Auditorium in Old Fort New Delhi. 2. Ruins Of Qutub Minar In Mehroli, New Delhi. 3. St.James Church Near Mori Gate. It is an Anglican church in Delhi, India, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city, and part of the Church of North India Diocese of Delhi. 4. Top of India Gate. India Gate was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. The monument is inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, which in turn is inspired by the Roman Arch of Titus.

Jhandewalan Temple History Situated in New Delhi, Jhandawalan Temple is an ancient temple having one of its own history. It is said that Jhandewalan was once located in a mountain region, surrounded by fruits, flowers and trees. According to the belief, it is said that this temple’s existence is many years old. It Says the Jhandewalan temple was built on a sanctorum. It is said that when this place was excavated then sanctorum of the Goddess was descended, and on this place then this temple was established. There was one merchant, Badridas who used to be engaged in prayer and meditation. One day he had a thought to construct a temple on this place, thus he gained all the knowledge about this place and received the evidence of the temple here. Jhandewalan Temple Importance Jhandewalan temple is one of the religious sites for Hindu’s. Here everyone can come and worship irrespective of the cast and status. Out of all temples dedicated to goddess, Jhandewalan is one of the...

Agrasen ki Baoli (also known as Agar Sain ki Baoli or Ugrasen ki Baoli), designated a protected monument by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act of 1958, is a 60-meter long and 15-meter wide historical step well on Hailey Road near Connaught Place, a short walk from Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, India.Although there are no known historical records to prove who built Agrasen ki Baoli, it is believed that it was originally built by the legendary king Agrasen during the Mahabharat epic era and rebuilt in the 14th century by the Agrawal community which traces its origin to Maharaja Agrasen. It is among a few of its kind in Delhi. Some parts of the well, with 103 steps, are permanently immersed in water. The visible parts of this historical step well consist of three levels. Each level is lined with arched niches on both sides. How to reach??? By Train :- Take any train for New De...