Delhi Religion

The cultural diversity in Delhi is characterized by the diversity in Delhi religion. Delhi Religion include Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Jainism and Christianity. Waking up to the calls of Namaz in the mosques, the Gurbani in the Gurudwaras and the chantings in the temples, which are accentuated by frequent ringing of the bell, provide the ideal mantra for beginning a day.

The vibrancy of the culture of Delhi is defined by the festivals that are observed in the state. Delhi religious festivals range from 'Durga Puja', 'Chhath Puja' to Christmas and 'Eid'. A state of colors and flavors, Delhi is also home to numerous religious and seasonal fairs like that of 'Phoolwalon-Ki-Sair'.

The heterogeneity in Delhi religion is probably because of the mass migration into the territories from other Indian regions. Delhi seems to be the shelter for all in search of work, education and medical assistance. It has watered and nurtured the cultural diversity of the country indemnifying some of the most important historical sites and religious monuments of the country.

Delhi Religious Monuments

Some of the most important Delhi religious monuments and pilgrim sites, which have added value to the tourism industry in Delhi are:

• The Central Baptist Church
• Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
• Gurudwara Rakab Ganj Sahib
• Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib
• Jama Masjid Delhi
• Nizamuddin Dargah
• Digambara Jain Lal Mandir
• Atma Vallabha Sanskriti mandir
• Akshardham (Delhi
• Hanuman Temple, Connaught Circus
• Kalkaji
• Laxminarayan Temple
• Nili Chatri
• Uttara Swami Malai Temple

India is known for its cultural diversity, which is truly reposited in the capital city of Delhi. Being one of the important cultural and the economic hubs of the country, this state has acquired the essence of almost all the Indian regional cultures.

While old-Delhi carries the remnants of the historical monuments, New-Delhi has spread its arms in warm welcome for the trends yet to come. Housing some of the most important government and corporate buildings, the latter has become the representative of the chic and the classy style of India. Religion in Delhi has sheltered people, irrespective of their class and caste repositing the all encompassing nature of the nation as a whole.