Why visit
New Delhi layers Mughal monuments (Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Humayun's Tomb) with New Delhi's colonial avenues and Old Delhi's chaotic bazaars. The Taj Mahal is 3 hours away.
How to use this result
Use it as a capital-city prompt
New Delhi is useful when you want a city-level starting point in India. Check whether the capital is the best arrival city, a practical transfer point, or mainly a geography and planning reference.
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Before planning around New Delhi, compare airport access, local transport, time zone, neighborhood choices, weather, safety guidance, and whether another city in India better matches the trip style.
New Delhi at a glance
City population
16.8 million
Metro: 32.9 million
Elevation
216 m
709 ft
Time zone
UTC+5:30
Asia/Kolkata
Airport
DEL
Indira Gandhi International
Founded
6th century BCE
Getting around
Delhi Metro (12 lines, world's 12th-largest)
Signature dish
Chole bhature, butter chicken, paratha, chaat (street-food paradise)
Neighborhoods for travelers
New Delhi (colonial)Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad)Connaught PlaceHauz KhasSaket
India at a glance
Country center
20.0°, 77.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
3,287,590 km²
1,269,345 mi²
Country population
1.44 billion
437/km²
Subregion
Southern Asia
Currency
Indian rupee (₹)
INR
Dial
+91
Languages
English, Hindi, Tamil
Demonym
Indian
Internet
.in
UN
Member state
ISO code
IN / IND
Where in the world
20.0° - 77.0°
India
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Did you know
- Delhi has been the capital of at least 9 different empires across 3,000 years.
- New Delhi was designed by British architect Edwin Lutyens: plans took 20 years.
- The Qutub Minar is the tallest brick minaret in the world (73 m), built in 1193.
- India has 22 official languages, and over 1,600 languages are spoken.
- The world's largest postal network is in India: over 155,000 post offices.
Bordering India
Traveler notes
- Delhi Metro is modern, clean, and cheap
- Chandni Chowk for Old Delhi food walks
- Agra (Taj Mahal) is a day-trip by fast train
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
- Reserve top restaurants 2–4 weeks out and plan two standout meals per city.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about New Delhi
What currency is used in New Delhi?
New Delhi uses the Indian rupee (₹), ISO code INR.
What languages are spoken in India?
The primary languages are English, Hindi and Tamil.
What is the international calling code for India?
The calling code is +91.
What airport serves New Delhi?
Indira Gandhi International (IATA: DEL).
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