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0One of the largest metropolitan areas in India, Delhi is a vibrant city that boasts a rich cultural heritage. While the city is constantly developing, amidst the evolving cityscape one will also find a range of historic attractions and monuments that provide a fascinating insight into the history of this part of the country. Humayun’s Tomb, Connaught Place, India Gate and Akshardham Temple are a few of the many sites of interest one will find …
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