Delhi is a city where people have contented hearts and lively nature. It not only has a vast history but Delhi is also the home to all the three branches of Government of India. Delhi is one of the Fastest Developing cities in the world.  And the capital city is loved by both the Tourist as well as the Inhabitants of the town.

Here are Some Interesting facts about Delhi that will Blow your Mind;

• Delhi- The Most Populated City in the world

Yes!! The Capital of India is the second most populated city in the world with 25 Million Inhabitants. Tokyo still tops the list. So, next time whenever you visit the Best Places in Delhi then get used to witnessing large crowd and noises.

• Delhi has Asia’s Largest Wholesale Spice Market.

Khari Baoli market in Delhi is Asia’s Largest Wholesale Spice Market. If you love Spices, then this is the place you must visit.

• Entire Public Transport systems in Delhi run on CNG.

Yes, Delhi is the city where everything runs on CNG (Compressed Natural Gas). From the Autorickshaw to DTC buses everything.

• Delhi is one of the Greenest Cities in the world

20% of Delhi Landmass is Covered by the forests which make Delhi the most Greenest City in the world. But due to its geographical location and increasing pollution, it is also among one of the most polluted cities in the world.

• New Delhi and Delhi are two different places.

Yes, you heard it right. Delhi and New Delhi are the two different places altogether. New Delhi is the capital of India and known to be a seat to the three arms of the Government of India. Whereas, Delhi is the Old Delhi with Historical places and Markets.

• The Red Fort used to be White.

Surprising fact about The Red Fort Right?? But yes, it is true. The Red Fort used to be white initially. It has made up of limestone, but when the stone started to whiten away, they painted it to preserve it. 

• • Delhi Hosted the Most Expensive Commonwealth Games to Date

In 2010, the Commonwealth Games held in Delhi was the most Expensive which hasn’t been beaten by any country yet.

• Delhi has the 13^th Largest Metro Rail Network in the world

Yes!! The Length of Delhi Metro is 193 kilometres which makes it the Largest Metro Rail Network in the world. Delhi Metro is not only serving in Delhi, but it also connects Faridabad, Noida, Gurgaon, and Ghaziabad. Delhi Metro is the second oldest metro service to start in India after Kolkata Metro.

• Delhi is home to the Tallest Minaret in the world.

Qutub Minar in Delhi is the Tallest Minaret in the world. It still stands Gracefully within the city. The Iron Pillar located in Delhi, India, is a 7 m column in the Qutb complex. The iron pillar has stood the test of time and resisted rust since the last 2000 years. The post has attracted the attention of archaeologists and materials scientists. The Qutub Minar is not a standalone minaret. Several great historical monuments surround the Qutub Minar. All of them together are referred to as “Qutb Complex.”

• New Delhi has an International Museum of Toilets.

Museum has a rare collection of Photos and Facts documenting the historical evolution of Toilets from 2500 BC to the Modern era. It is among one of the Best Places to visit in Delhi.