India's Treasure, Delhi
Section 1: History
Delhi is the capital of India. It is located towards the north-west part of India. It is also the world's third largest city, which is very big. Delhi has been in many wars and conflicts, and it has seen empires rise and fall. Delhi lays over the west bank of the Yamuna river and is one of India's fastest growing cities in population, resources and more. A long time ago, Delhi was not the capital of India but was one of the cities in India that had the most population so afterwards, it was named capital of India.
Delhi was taken and thrown away many times and survived many wars.
The Delhi Sultanate lasted from 1206 to 1526 but they lost Delhi when the mighty Mughals came and conquered Delhi. The Red Fort(picture on the right), was built during the reign of Shah Jahan (1628-1658) the Mughal emperor. Then the British Empire came and took Delhi away from the Mughals and put it under British rule. In 1911, the British lost their rule because of Ghandi, and left Delhi (most of India). The old saying goes that "Whoever tries to conquer Delhi, never has the chance to remain" and that is exactly what happened to all the empires or countries that tried to conquer Delhi.
Like in India, people had to move back and forth from India to Pakistan or the other way around, because of the separation of India and Pakistan which lead to war and disaster. The people were a mess and they thought that it was each others fault that they had to move when it was neithers. Now people could say they are "in peace" but they're is still constant fighting in the West part of India/Pakistan border. Right now, Delhi remains strong and independent and is developing it's technology and laws.
Delhi was taken and thrown away many times and survived many wars.
The Delhi Sultanate lasted from 1206 to 1526 but they lost Delhi when the mighty Mughals came and conquered Delhi. The Red Fort(picture on the right), was built during the reign of Shah Jahan (1628-1658) the Mughal emperor. Then the British Empire came and took Delhi away from the Mughals and put it under British rule. In 1911, the British lost their rule because of Ghandi, and left Delhi (most of India). The old saying goes that "Whoever tries to conquer Delhi, never has the chance to remain" and that is exactly what happened to all the empires or countries that tried to conquer Delhi.
Like in India, people had to move back and forth from India to Pakistan or the other way around, because of the separation of India and Pakistan which lead to war and disaster. The people were a mess and they thought that it was each others fault that they had to move when it was neithers. Now people could say they are "in peace" but they're is still constant fighting in the West part of India/Pakistan border. Right now, Delhi remains strong and independent and is developing it's technology and laws.
Section 2: Culture Shock and Tips
There are quite a few culture shocks in Delhi. Be ready to hear a lot of loud-talking and get pushed around on the streets. The traffic is also undiscplined so you better watch out for cars when you're crossing the road even if the green person light is on. The horns of the cars make your ears feel deaf and fumes make you choke. When you get change or bring anything valuable with you on the streets, never, never, NEVER put it in your pocket or in an unzipped purse/wallet because believe me, you'll never see it again. Sometimes the taxi driver might take you on the longest route to your destination, and don't be afraid to see cows or pigs walking right beside your car windows. Don't get astonished if beggars or sellers come right up to you and tap your shoulder, just be careful of your belongings and you'll be okay.
In Delhi, you might never know the weather. Sometimes it would rain and then a sunny day. Its hard to tell but its usually warm in Delhi. You might want to bring thin and light clothing but with long sleeves because you will be sweating in sweaters or coats but you'll get a sunburn if you wear short sleeves. Never froget to change the currency at the airport because there will be alot of things that you will want and possibly need to buy. Delhi can sometimes be frustrating but you'll get used to it.
In Delhi, you might never know the weather. Sometimes it would rain and then a sunny day. Its hard to tell but its usually warm in Delhi. You might want to bring thin and light clothing but with long sleeves because you will be sweating in sweaters or coats but you'll get a sunburn if you wear short sleeves. Never froget to change the currency at the airport because there will be alot of things that you will want and possibly need to buy. Delhi can sometimes be frustrating but you'll get used to it.
Section 3: 5 Pictures
Delhi, India Government:
India Gate, Rajpath:
Hamayun's Tomb:
Lotus Temple:
Chhatarpur Temple:
Section 4: Map of Delhi, India
Section 5: References (MLA Format)
Cite 1: Govt. of NCT of Delhi. delhigovt.nic.in. 2003. 4/29/2012. <http://delhigovt.nic.in/history.asp>
Cite 2: Butalia, Romola. (c) India Travelogue. All rights reserved. indiatravelogue.com. 2012. 5/1/2012.
<http://www.indiatravelogue.com/trav/impr6.html>
Cite 3: Whereincity.com, All rights reserved to www.whereincity.com. whereincity.com. NO DATE AVAILABLE. 5/1/2012.
<http://www.whereincity.com/india/delhi/delhi-history.php>
Cite 2: Butalia, Romola. (c) India Travelogue. All rights reserved. indiatravelogue.com. 2012. 5/1/2012.
<http://www.indiatravelogue.com/trav/impr6.html>
Cite 3: Whereincity.com, All rights reserved to www.whereincity.com. whereincity.com. NO DATE AVAILABLE. 5/1/2012.
<http://www.whereincity.com/india/delhi/delhi-history.php>
Section 6: Moving On
I will compare and contrast my topic, Delhi, with another topic, Fatepuhr Sikri. These two topics connect because they both cities look kind of old but are actually pretty modernized. Both cities were ruled and conquered by the Mughals but are now free. Fatepuhr Sikri is also known as "The city of Victory". Fatepuhr Sikri is mainly sunny and very dry. A long time ago, Fatepuhr Sikri had a major drought, so the city's people abandoned it because it's main water source ran out.