Cheap Flights and Holidays to Delhi, India from Ireland

India’s capital of Delhi is in the running to be the oldest city in the world, where we can offer you cheap flights and holidays to Delhi from Ireland. Some commentators have stated that this historic region, which is 5,000 years old, is a spectacular heritage, which dates back to the roots of antiquity. These five millennia have lent the city a rich and twisting story, which can be still seen throughout its bustling streets of modern day Delhi. This intriguing Indian city is scattered with ruins, its full of memories and influences from the many different stages of Delhi’s existence and the city is a fascinating place to explore, with holidays to Delhi from Ireland always available.

Delhi lies in Northern India and it borders the Indian states of Haryana in the north, the west and the south and Uttar Pradesh to the east.

Delhi as a holiday destination is a city that is sprinkled with glittering gems, captivating ancient monuments and super museums.

India’s capital of New Delhi lies within the sprawling metropolis of greater Delhi. This is testament to the sheer scale of what is currently the eighth largest city in the world, with all-inclusive holidays and flights to Delhi from Ireland all-year round at very reasonable fares. In the heart of Delhi’s is the winding Yamuna River, which could be described as the city’s life force. The metropolis is becoming truly multicultural and international and it is also very much a city on the rise with breakthroughs such as its newly built metro system, which makes exploring much more manageable for every traveller who visits this amazing city.

Delhi’s climate can be harsh, with hot winds from Rajasthan’s deserts during the summer months and cold mists from the Himalayas during the winter, and the streets are very crowded with all walks of life but this shouldn’t put any hardy traveller off the experience. Checkout our cheap flights and holidays to Delhi from Ireland.

The rewards truly outweigh the tribulations, and with the kaleidoscope of colours, the smell of fresh jasmine in the streets, the smiling locals and the rich beauty of the city itself, this is very much a place for the enlightened explorer.

Be sure to visit two of Delhi’s majestic UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which include The Qutub Minar and the Red Fort. At 72.5 metres, the Qutum Minar is the world’s tallest freestanding birch minaret. The Red Fort is the location from, which the Prime Minister of India addresses the Nation on Independence Day.

Shoppers will be happy, as there is so much choice in Delhi. Shopping in Delhi is one of the most pleasurable and exciting experiences among shopping enthusiasts. There is a vast array of shopping markets in and around Delhi, and you are sure to come across a market or two. The Chandni Chowk is a three-century old shopping area and it is the most popular shopping areas in Delhi for jewellery and Zari, which is an even thread traditionally made of fine gold and silver and it’s used in traditional Indian, Pakistani and Persian garments.

A trip to Delhi is sure to be one of life’s more rewarding experiences.

If you’d like to visit other parts of India, we can offer cheap flights and holiday to Mumbai/Bombay, or you could plan an Auckland holiday during your stay in Delhi.

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The Red Fort

This is an edifice of spectacular proportions and one of India’s top tourist sights. It is a huge redbrick palace erected by the Mughal Emeperor – Shah Jahan in 1648 and despite going through some trials and tribulations over the last few centuries the fort is still an amazing sight. With intricate bazaars, entire buildings made out of marble and towering arches, to name but a few, this fusion of Persian, Indian and European art is an unofficial wonder of the world.

Quatub Complex

This is a beautiful collection of buildings dating from the 13th century, surrounded by lush gardens - and the small entry fee make this a wonderful spot to escape the crowds on a hot day. The complex’s crowning glory is its 72.5 metre tall minaret (nearly 25 metres taller that the leaning tower of Pisa)… this minaret was indeed the tallest skyscraper of the twelve hundreds! This is a great way to spend a day.

Gandhi Smriti

An engaging exploration through the life and times of India’s liberator. This exhibition is based in Gandhi’s residence in the city and has a wealth of displays and artefacts celebrating the great man’s life.

Sample the Culinary Delights

Because Delhi is a melting pot for peoples from all over India the food is an amazing fusion of tastes from all over the subcontinent. From Pujabi cuisine sourced far up in the Himalayas to delights from Kerala on India’s tropical south coast… Delhi’s food is not to be taken lightly.