![]() History of Delhi The history of Delhi is rooted in mythology and is believed to be the site of Indraprastha which was the capital of the Pandavas in the Indian epic Mahabharata. During the 3rd century B.C, Delhi was under the Maurya Empire. The remnants of seven chief cities have been discovered in Delhi. Delhi has seen the rise and fall of many historical dynasties which have left behind a surplus of monuments that are the magnificence and glory of past ages. ![]() Geography of Delhi Delhi is the largest city in India and is bordered on the east by the state of Uttar Pradesh and on the north, west, and south by Haryana. Delhi lies at an altitude of between 700 and 1,000 feet and covers an area of 1,485 square kilometers. Climate of Delhi ![]() Demography of Delhi According to the 2011 estimation, the total population of Delhi is 16,753,235. The population density of Delhi is 11,297 persons per square kilometer. The literacy rate of Delhi is 89.38 percent. People living in Delhi are mostly Hindus and Muslims. People here use to speak Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi. Culture of Delhi Culture of Delhi is diverse in nature because since ancient times it has been a seat of power to many dynasties of India. In other words, it is a kind of synthesis and reflection of the culture of India, as a whole. The religious festivals like Diwali, Holi, Mahavir Jayanti and Durga puja are celebrated with great pomp and show in Delhi. Due to Delhi's large cosmopolitan and migrant population cuisines from all over India are available here but it excels in Punjabi and Mughal delicacies. A variety of Indian handicrafts and handlooms are noteworthy in the market places of Delhi. Education of Delhi The education system in Delhi is administered by the NCT governments, the Director of Education or by Private organisations. There were 2,515 primaries, 635 middle, 504 secondary and 1,208 senior secondary schools in Delhi. Delhi University and the Jawaharlal Nehru University are among the renowned universities of Delhi. The private schools of Delhi are affiliated to the administering bodies. Administration of Delhi ![]() Economy of Delhi Delhi is the largest commercial centre in the north India. The tertiary economical sector adds to 70.95 percent of Delhi's gross SDP followed by secondary sector with 25.2 percent and primary sectors with 3.85 percent contribution. Construction, health, power, telecommunications and community services, and real estate form essential parts of Delhi's financial system. Delhi has India's biggest and one of the fastest growing retail industries. Tourism in Delhi Delhi is dotted with many places of interests like Swaminarayan Akshardham temple, Mughal gardens, Raj Ghat, Chandni Chowk, Jantar Mantar, Laxminarayan Temple, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Lotus Temple, Jama Masjid, Connaught Place, Red Fort, Qutb Minar, Qila Rai Pithora and many other monuments and temples, which showcase the rise and fall of many bygone dynasties. |