DILLI-NAMA
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A Daily Guide of Delhi’s Events
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Wednesday, 22th February, 2012
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Gandhi Smriti & Darshan Samiti Exhibition on Mahatma Gandhi, Rajghat, 10.00 am to 5.00 pm
(Note: There may be changes in the schedule of programmes at the last moment. Please, confirm the concerned authority/ offices in this regard)
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Send details about events, happenings, seminar, exhibitions etc. to dillinama@fachcha.com or editorial@fachcha.com
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Delhi, one of the oldest and but vibrant city of the world, is the capital of India. Archeological evidences say that history of Delhi is at least 3000 year old. Indraprastha, capital of Pandvas was during the period of Mahabharata, was the oldest known capital in the city. Remains are still there at Old Fort, popularly known as Purana Quila. It has been capital of several dynasties and famous rulers. The city, one of the most populated city of the world having population over 16 million, is full of monuments and forts and distinguish personalities. Noted Arabic poet Amir Khusro, Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib to Nobel Laureate & economist Amartya Sen, noted Kathak Guru Birju Maharaj and several others have been closely associated with the city.
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There are several world class institutions situated in Delhi. These include Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi University, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Jamia Millia Islamia, Jamia Hamdard University, Indraprastha University, and many others.
Area of the city: 1483 Sq Km.
Altitude: 239 Mtrs. Above the sea level
Litracy rate: 86%
Main Languages: Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, English,
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Tourist spots: Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Lotus temple, Rajghat, Gandhi National Museum, Jantar Mantar, Chandni Chowk, Gandhi National Museum, National Museum, India Gate, Jama Masjid etc.