Delhi is the national capital of India and is known for its excellent tourist spots, recreational facilities and rich cultural tradition. It is situated on the banks of the Yamuna River and covers an area of 1,485 sq. km. It is also the nucleus of trade, commerce and industry and the center of Indian politics.

Offices of central governments are also located here. Its rich cultural and historic tradition is manifested in the numerous historical monuments that are scattered throughout the state. Prominent among them are the Red Fort, Qutab Minar, Purana Quila, Tughlaqabad Fort, Humayun`s Tomb, Firoz Shah Kotla, India Gate, Lodi Garden, Jama Masjid, Rajghat, Jantar Mantar, Safdarjung`s Tomb, Lakshmi Narayan Temple.

Delhi is divided into nine districts. The Central Delhi district is spread over an area of 25 sq. km. Connaught place, a thriving commercial center lies in Central district.

East Delhi district is situated on the banks of the Yamuna River and is one of the densely populated areas in Delhi. It has some of the busiest commercial areas in Delhi like Vikas Marg, Gandhi Nagar and Lakshmi Nagar.

New Delhi district covers an area of 35 sq. km. It is situated on the eastern side of the river Yamuna. Attractions of this district include the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the one-time imperial residence of the British viceroys and the India Gate.

North Delhi district covers an area of 60 sq km.

The North East Delhi District is largely rural and is spread over an area of 60 sq. km.

The district of North West Delhi is the largest in Delhi and covers an area of 440 sq km.

South Delhi district is an idyllic tourist destination. The major tourist attractions include Qutab Minar, Balban`s tomb, Humayun`s tomb. It is also dotted with a number of temples, which are Kalkaji Temple, Lotus Temple, Chattarpur Mandir and Sai Baba Temple.

The South West Delhi district is spread over an area of 420 sq. km and has a distinguished historical background.

The West Delhi district covers an area of 129 sq. km.