This sultry Sunday evening was spent exploring monuments at Lodi Garden. Our heritage walk starts at gate number one of the Lodi Garden. As we walk in the Bada Gumbad stands majestic right before us. But our our stop is towards the path on the left. After a brief introduction, we walk towards Mohammad Shah Sayyid’s tomb. The tomb is landscaped beautifully, surrounded by tall palm trees. As we enter the tomb chamber, we see a dog lying majestically on the grave of the Sultan. The moral of the story then is, that no matter how important a person you are, somewhere down the line a dog is going to sleep on you!!!

As the name suggests, the National Rose Garden, or simply Rose Garden is dedicated to the king of flowers. Visitors get to see different varieties of the blooms in all possible colors, filling the atmosphere with a charming fragrance, which is comparable to the best of aromatherapy. Other flowers like periwinkles and daisies can also be spotted. All these flowers attract various insects, so visitors also get to see bees and colorful butterflies. A great place for spending a day with the family, the Rose Garden is where kids and adults alike get to come one step closer to nature. The winter months of December and January are the best time to visit.

Spread over an area of 176-acre, the Delhi Zoo is surrounded by beautiful gardens and a hill on one side, and a picturesque lake on the other. A favored spot for the migratory birds, it also holds numerous exhibits and enclosures of rare animals and birds. The zoo is a favorite with the kids and a popular picnic place for Delhiites. Do yourself a favor and don’t go on a Sunday, it is spilling over the brim with visitors. It also has an early 17th century Kos Minar, built by Jehangir, son of emperor Akbar, at every kos (four miles) between Agra and Lahore.

The Indian Board for Wildlife felt in the year 1952 to have a zoo in the national capital of the country to provide recreation to people at large.National Zoological Park or the Delhi Zoo is one of the finest zoos in Asia and is situated close to Purana Qila or Old Fort. It extends over a massive area of 214 acres and was established in 1959. It aims to provide natural habitat to more than 2,000 animals and birds species that have been brought here from different parts of India as well as other continents such as Africa, America, Australia, etc. Accordingly, an ad-hoc committee of some prominent nature lovers of Delhi, including Smt. Indira Gandhi, was constituted under the Chairmanship of Chief Commissioner to formulate a proposal for establishment of Zoological Park for Delhi. Mr M.E.F.Bowring Welsh, of the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, was appointed as its Secretary. Delhi Zoo proves to be an idyllic picnic spot in winters. The serenity and the greenery here seem very pleasing and offer a delightful respite from the humdrum of the city. The committee met on 9th September, 1953 and approved the site between Purana Quila and Humayun’s Tomb for the purpose. The winding pathways lead to the administrative building, with a library on the right side, where you can get all the information on animals, birds, plants and rare zoological species in India. Visitors, especially children, love to see Chimpanzee, Hippopotamus, Spider monkey, African Wild Buffalo, Gir Lion and Zebras, water animals and birds such as Macaque, Banteng, Emu, Hyenas, Axis Deer, Fallow Deer, Peafowl, Hog Deer and the Jaguar. The underground Reptile Home Complex displays a wide array of snakes such as King Cobra & Pythons. It was also decided that the Central Government will develop the park and hand it over in running condition to the Delhi Government since wildlife was managed by Forest Department of the Delhi Government.Besides these, there are more than 200 varieties of trees here, including the hanging deep yellow Alamtas Hedges, the drought resistant Lahura trees and the native Delhi Bistendu. Delhi Zoo also has an early 17th century Kos Minar, which was built by Jehangir, son of Emperor Akbar. An official from Indian Forest Service Mr. N.D.Bachkheti was assigned the duty on 1st October 1955 to setup this Zoo.You can admire the vast expanse of the Zoological Park, as you climb up the red sandstone gate. The Zoo is an all time favorite amongst the children. It offers facilities like mobile vans and cafeteria for food, drinking water and parks to rest. You can visit the zoo throughout the year on all days, except Monday. National Zoological Park is one of the finest and largest zoos in Asia and efforts have been made to provide an almost natural habitat to the animals and birds herein New Delhi.National Zoological Park of Delhi is a home to over 2000 species of animals and birds from Africa, Australia, America and Asia. At National Zoological Park in Delhi you can also locate the Kos Minar which was put up by Mughal emperor Jehangir. National Zoological Delhi is a wonderful place for nature enthusiasts. The well maintained zoo has red sand and gravel pathways taking one between the animal enclosures. The entire area is a smoke-free zone with strict food and beverage checks at the entrance. There is a canteen within the park and numerous trolleys for soft drinks and water. The zoo is also accessible to the physically disadvantaged with numerous facilities for them.The winding pathway, laid with the red Badarpur gravel, swerves off into two directions after approximately one km. Along with the wildlife on both the sides; the right side of the zoo also consists of a library, a storehouse of information on animals, birds, plants, rare zoological species, etc in India. One goes out with large groups of family together to enjoy lunch and also play games along with the children. Children especially are really fond of the amusement parks and the boat ride in lakes around.Here at the National Zoological Park, birds and animals live in an environment that in many ways resemble their natural habitat. The National Zoological Park not only provides a home for endangered species, but also helps them to breed in captivity. Eventually they may once again thrive in the wild.

Wildlife Animals In National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo:

The reptiles like King Cobras and Pythons have special underground caves. Pair of grey kangaroos from Australia, three African Antelopes (also called Red Lechwe), Black Buck, Indian Gazelle and pair of South American Jaguars are the pride of Delhi Zoo.The right walkway brings you to the cages of the animals such as Chimpanzee, Hippopotamus, Spider monkey, African Wild Buffalo, Gir Lion and Zebras etc. While, the left one leads you to the enclosures of the water animals.The most sought-after animals are Rhinos, Tigers, Gir lions, and White Tiger. You can also see a number of migratory birds like Peafowl, Hyenas, Macaque, Jaguar, etc in the swamps made for the water birds. Leopard Cat, Indian Rhinoceros, Hippopotamus, Black Buck, Indian Gazelle and Lion-Tailed Macaque are some animals you should especially see on your visit. Since the zoo is spread over a large area, the animals are provided with spacious enclosures and various facilities necessary for their survival in this artificial habitat. At the heart of the zoo, lies the underground Reptile Home complex for the nocturnal animals like King Cobra, Pythons and a number of other species.

Fauna at National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo:

There are approximately 200 varieties of trees in the National Zoological Park of Delhi, properly displayed with their respective descriptions. This place is particularly popular among the children, they love to see Chimpanzee, Hippopotamus, Spider monkey, African Wild Buffalo, the Gir Lion and Zebras, thee water animals and birds such as Macaque, Banteng, Emu, Hyenas, Axis deer, Fallow deer, Peafowl, Hog Dear and the Jaguar.Some of them are hanging deep yellow Alamtas or the Phulahi hedges, drought resistant Lahura trees, Delhi Bistendu, etc.

Events and Festivals Celebrated By National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo:

There are many events are held in the National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo,also there are many national festivals and wildlife releated events are celebrated by the National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo

Tourist Places Near National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo:

There are many tourist attractiona is very nearest from the National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo like Nila Gumbad, Purana Qila, Humayun’s Tomb, Sabz Burz, Nili Chhatri, India Gate, Ashokan Rock Edict, Nizam-ud-din’s Shrine and Khairul Manzil Masjid are all located at Walking distances from the Delhi Zoo within the 3 kms Radius.

Best Places to Eat Nearby National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo:

There are many famous places to eat which are located at close proximity to the National Zoological Park are Sweet Corner, Nathu’s (both in Sunder Nagar Market), Hotel Oberoi, Flavors of Defence colony, Indian Habitat Center Lodi Road, Karims at Nizamuddin and roadside food stalls.There are also fast food stalls are standing near the National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo

Shopping Markets Near National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo:

There are many shopping markets is very nearest from the national zoological park delhi or delhi zoo such as The Sunder Nagar Market (Antiques, Jewelry, Brassware), Connaught Place (Jewelry, Books, Art Galleries, Leather Goods and Clothes), Central Cottage Industries Emporia (Merchandise and Curios), Janpath (Clothes, Low Priced Gifts, Souvenirs and Curios) and Palika Bazaar (electronic items) are the famous shopping venues that comes into the mind of tourists who are visiting Delhi Zoo.And also many shopping malls also available at very near from the National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo.

Facilities At National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo:

There are many facilities for visitors in the National Zoological Park Delhi or Delhi Zoo like canteen,drinking water and also There’s a canteen as well in the zoo premises where you can refresh and eat with normal charges, yourself before continuing your expedition.The best way to explore The Delhi Zoological Park is on foot but also battery operated vehicles are also available for normal charges. The whole zoo can be seen in 2.5  hours time provided they follow the guiding arrow signs placed in the park.  The basic facilities are present for the visitors like Drinking Water Counters at various places inside The Delhi Zoo.

Prasad Nagar Lake is located in the west Karol Bagh area of Delhi. It is mostly known for the music festivals organized at the end of each year at its banks. The Delhi tourist development board also organizes special kayaking and canoeing festivals and training sessions here. On a regular evening, you can find most locals residing in the surrounding areas going for their evening walks and enjoying the sunset.

Built by king Shahjahan’s daughter, Roshanara, as a pleasure garden, it later became her final resting place. In the early 1900s, the area was rented to a European club. The club still exists and there is also a cricket ground, which is very popular. Most of this area is still very well-maintained but the tomb lies in neglect.

Roshanara Club is one of the oldest Club of Delhi with very few members in the beginning on it’s
Roll in 1922, over the years it has progressed manifolds and today we have more than 2900 members.

 
The Roshanara Club is a Metropolitan city club.  The elite of capital are it’s members. Business people, politicians, lawyers, high officials of Delhi Admn., State and Central Govt. and. Judges of  Lower and High courts, professionals indeed people from all walks of life – make up the membership.  It is ideally located on one side of Roshanara Gardens and from din and noise of Delhi where members can sit and relax in it’s lush-green and beautiful surroundings.

Everything about the Club has a regal air. Roshanara Gardens has Moghul Sultanat like Nishat and  Dilshad Garden. This Club has an area of about 22 acres of land, all lush green, with old trees of Sheesham, Jamun, Mango, Peepal, Gulmohar, Palm and Narangi and other leafy trees giving the Club a look of Mini forest type. Our club is centrally located.

It is primarily catering to the social, recreation and cultural needs of the residents of Delhi. Roshanara Club is one of the handful clubs in the country providing all possible amenities to it’s members, their  
Guests and members of reciprocating clubs.

Basically it is sports club first M.C.C. Cricket Match was played  in lush-green Cricket ground of  Roshanara club.  One to two teams from U. K. High Commission play friendly cricket match with
Club every year.

Roshanara Club is more famous for Cricket Board which was held in front of an old fire place in Roshanara Club one winter evening.  All present were strongly in favour of formation of a Board of Control of Cricket in India.  Most keen were (Arthur) Gilliagan who gave great encouragement and pleaded the case to Lords. Later some well-placed personalities like: Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala, R.E.Grant Goven, Gilliagan and A.S.Demello pioneered the Concept and finally formed the Board of Control for Cricket in India in the meeting held in Roshanara Club in the year 1928.

Dr. S Radha Krishnan unveiled the plaque celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India in Roshanara Club in the year 1953-54. A trophy showcase located in the lobby of the Club gave an idea of Cricket Museum.  The tradition of uplifting the cricket game is bring maintained still. Coaching of cricket is being conducted for the young boys, under eminent coaches.  Matches are still being played.  Had Roshanara Club not been located in the interiors of Old Delhi, it would have continued to be the home of Indian Cricket in Delhi. Famous cricketers like Jack Hobbs, S.H.Sutchiffe, Frank worrel, Jack Living Stone, Fillip Maker, Richard Attenborugh, and the Mountbatens had walked on the rich turf of Roshanara Club.

ROSHANARA CLUB offers an array of entertainment and recreational facilities to members.  An ideal rendezvous for the families to relax after a hard day’s work. The Club is managed by committee of it’s members elected by General Body of the Club.Hon’ble  Lt. Governor of Delhi is President  and Mr. Deputy Chhatwani (Industrialist) – Hon’ble Gen. Secretary is playing the key roll in the efficient functioning of Club. The Club is a social one and holds all the programmes like Diwali, Independence Day,  X’mas, and New Year etc. Yet great emphasis is placed on sports. Following are the activities available to the members, their families and guests.

The Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary, once just a forgotten marsh land, was developed by the government into a aviary haven for both local as well as migratory birds. Today with over 250 species of birds spotted within the park, the sanctuary has been elevated to be known as the National Park of Haryana. The park is best visited during the winter months when more than 100 migratory bird species such as Siberian Cranes, Rosy Pelican, Long billed Pipit and Greater Flamingo make this retreat their feeding ground as they travel. But the park doesn’t disappoint during the rest of the year either, as the resident species of Paddyfield Pipit, Purple Sunbird, White Ibis, Laughing Dove among others make thetrip more than wonderful. In an attempt to further attract tourists to the sanctuary, the tourism board of Haryana have established a lodge within the sanctuary that rents out rooms to the public. The sanctuary is also home to an incrediblenumber of tree species such as Acacia and Neem and while on trail one can occasionally spot antelopes such as the Neelgai or Blue Bull as well as the Black Buck

Gurgaon is 15 and Delhi 48 km away. Diving time from Delhi is 1 hour. Take the National Highway 8 Delhi-Jaipur highway past Indira Gandhi International Airport, turning to Gurgaon from where you turn off for the Sultanpur road. Not well directions in Gurgaon. The nearest airport is Delhi’s Palam (Domestic) airport, 35 km away

This is a small area comprising a shallow freshwater lake and marshes amidst the cultivated plains of Gurgaon district of Haryana. The main “salt pan” within the lake almost dries up in summer but after a good monsoon attracts a large number of wetland avian species, especially in winter when migratory species arrive. Large herds of pelicans, flamingos, ducks, geese and waders may be seen here as well as avocets, sandpipers, starlings, blue-throats and more. A winter sunrise over Sultanpur lake is an experience no birdwatcher in Delhi should miss.

 

Talkatora Gardens is regularly visited by tourists and locals alike who come here to watch the beautiful scenery that is brought to life due to the spring flowers, shrubs and plants that from a major part of the gardens. The place where Talkatora Gardens stands was once the battleground for the Mughals who defeated the Marathas in war. The gardens hosts various shows, especially exhibitions related to horticulture, on a regular basis. Talkatora Gardens are home to the Talkatora Indoor Stadium which is also a famous event venue. The gardens also serve as a well known picnic spot.

The bounty of nature can truly be seen at Talkatora Garden in Delhi in the form of the vibrant flowers, sporadic water bodies and the lush green meadow like environment. The name Talkatora has been derived from word Tal meaning pond or water tank and Katora due to its shape resembling a bowl. Though mainly reputed for a huge indoor stadium, the garden is usually frequented by tourists looking for some heavy dosage of greenery. This place also has a historical significance in the form of a spot where the Mughals defeated the Marathas in 1738.

Location
Talkatora Garden of Delhi is located on the main Willingdon Crescent Road, very near to Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital.

Eventful Description
The Talkatora Gardens is beautifully laid resembling the Mughal style; it looks resplendent with sporadic water bodies, the variety of flowers and the cheerful trees. Earlier it used to have a water tank but today it has a large swimming pool. The garden is in its prime in the spring season when all the flowering plants, shrubs and flowers come to life to serenade the environment.

It is an excellent picnic spot, given its relaxing and peaceful ambience. The garden lawns also serve as a venue for various shows, programmes and competitions held throughout the year. Special horticultural shows for children are also organized from time to time so as to develop their interest in skill of growing and nurturing plants.

Nearby Tourist Attractions
One can also visit some prominent tourist places like Sacred Heart Cathedral, India Gate, Hanuman Mandir, Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, Rashtrapati Bhawan and Jantar Mantar.

Nearby Shopping Venues
Nearby Shopping Venues consist of places like Connaught Place for junk jewelry, pirated books and western clothes, Baba Kharak Singh Marg for the various state emporiums selling handcrafted regional goods, Central Cottage Industries for traditional merchandise and curios and Palika Bazaar for cheap Chinese electronic items.

 

One of the largest theme parks in Asia, Worlds of Wonder offers 19 fully operational rides and a water park, besides numerous other attractions. This park exceeds all expectations and goes beyond the usual formula of dashing cars and roller coasters. The rides here are definitely not for the weak hearted however families do not need to be apprehensive, as each ride subscribes to the most stringent German standard of safety, TUV. Companies can also arrange discounted group outings for their employees.

Near the Haryana border, close to the Apollo hospital, is a pretty park with fountains, lit in the evenings with colourful lights. The park is situated right on the banks of the Yamuna river and is a good getaway from the daily grind of the city. It has extensive manicured lawns and is also probably the best urban spot for bird watching.

If you desire to visit some of the most popular attractions of the capital city of Delhi, but are disappointed by heavy traffic jams and hot weather, here’s one way to capture a ultimate view of Delhi from one spot.

Built by European company on the similar lines and pattern as that of London Eye, this 45 m high giant wheel called Delhi Eye will definitely steal your heart away. It has been placed at an amusement park in Kalandi Kunj close to Yamuna river. It is as tall as 15 storey building and promises a snapshot of prominent monuments located in Delhi such as Red Fort, Akshardham Mandir, Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar and Humayun’s Tomb; apart from a bird’s eye view of Connaught Place all in matter of 20 minutes. You need to spend Rs 250 to take a ride on Delhi Eye.

Well that may excite you more, all the 36 cabins of Delhi Eye are air conditioned along with the fitted LCD screens. All the popular landmark’s of the city can be seen from the top. Each cabin holds the capacity to accommodate eight people, which means 288 people in total 36 cabins. You can sit back and relax, as one rotation takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. For the safety of passengers, there’s a ‘Help Button’ which any tourists can press if he/she feels scared or uncomfortable.

Delhi Eye has been internationally certified, so there’s should be no concern for the safety. Apart from that the power breakup, along with the manual brake system makes it risk free.

Kamala Nehru Park is one of the commonly visited tourist spots in Gurgaon. The park is named after the wife of India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and forms an ideal retreat for local as well a visitors. The lush greens and flora attract everyone looking for a relaxing time. The park is centrally located and easily accessible via public transport