Visiting India is a bucket-list trip for plenty of seasoned travelers, and you can't do better than starting your Indian vacation in New Delhi. From the essential attractions—like the Red Fort and BaháΚΌí Lotus Temple—to the incomparable North Indian cuisine on display at both high-end restaurants and street stalls in Old Delhi, the capital of India will set the tone for your travels. And not only can you easily drive or train to nearby, must-visit destinations like Agra and Jaipur, but you can take short-haul flights from Delhi to southern staples like Goa or Kerala.
To guide your travels though New Delhi, we've outlined the best hotels in the city (and just wait until you experience Indian hospitality to the fullest extent at these five-star properties). We've also covered where to shop in Delhi, must-try restaurants, and notable points of interest. Follow this guide to neighborhoods like Lodhi Colony (the first public arts district in India), bazaars brimming with stalls selling antiques and embroidered silk, and restaurants serving hot-off-the-grill seekh kebabs. Read the full article here.