Independence Day is a festival to celebrate the rich heritage of the nation with the josh of the nation going extremely ‘High, sir.’ Delhi, the heart of India is one of those cities where you will casually spot the surviving remains of the history of the nation in the form of monuments in almost every nook and corner. If you are spending your Independence Day in Delhi, here are spots that you need to visit.
6 Patriotic Experiences To Revisit On Independence Day In Delhi
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Kite Flying At Purani Dilli
Haveli Dharampura, the first restored haveli in Chandni Chowk regularly hosts kite flying festivals. The event is usually a High Tea followed by a Patangbazi event. So, if you want to rekindle your love for kite-flying, this would be a great place to start.
Check out their official website for more information and tickets for the event.
Red Fort
Purani Dilli is historic in itself and one of the most iconic monuments of India, the Lal Qila aka Red Fort is located here. Every year on Independence Day, the Prime Minister hoists the national flag here after delivering his speech to the nation. You can attend the celebration at Red Fort only through passes that you can get after police verification, so if you want to avoid the process, you can also watch the celebration from the comfort of your home, on your TV.
National War Memorial at India Gate
One destination that you simply can’t miss when in Delhi is India Gate, however, now that it is under construction, we would suggest you head to the National War Memorial to pay tribute to those who have sacrificed their lives for our nation. The monument itself gives you a grounding feeling and fills you with pride.
Raj Ghat
We’d say visit Raj Ghat to pay homage to the father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Raj Ghat is open daily, from 6 am to 7 pm so you can literally start your day by visiting Raj Ghat, and progress with your day. Also, there is no entry fee here.
Purani Dilli
If you want to relish on the heritage of India, in all its old-world glory and find the traces of the past, you must head to Purani Dilli for it is literally the epitome of Delhi's culture. You can explore places like Jama Masjid, Gali Naughara, Ghalib ki Haveli, Khari Baoli, Masjid Fatehpuri, Dariba Kalan, and Kinari Bazar — a pill of nostalgia, charm, and culture of places so ancient and iconic, they make you stop and appreciate the smaller things in life.
Raisina Hills
One of the best places to visit during Independence day is Raisina Hills. Encompassing the North Block, South Block, and the famous Rashtrapati Bhawan this should be on your top list of places to visit on the big day.
Pro-tip: Rashtrapati Bhawan remains closed on Independence Day.
