{"id":4722,"date":"2025-08-12T16:03:08","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T16:03:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/12\/independence-day-2025-top-5-historic-spots-to-visit-in-delhi-on-august-15\/"},"modified":"2025-08-12T16:03:08","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T16:03:08","slug":"independence-day-2025-top-5-historic-spots-to-visit-in-delhi-on-august-15","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/12\/independence-day-2025-top-5-historic-spots-to-visit-in-delhi-on-august-15\/","title":{"rendered":"Independence Day 2025: Top 5 historic spots to visit in Delhi on August 15"},"content":{"rendered":"


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India’s capital city, Delhi wears a special charm on Independence Day. There’s a sense of patriotism that runs high with the city adorned in tricolour everywhere, the sights of school children dressed for the occasion, and as people head to the Red Fort or tune in to watch the grand official ceremony. It is also a fitting day to visit the city’s iconic monuments and revisit our country’s history. Here are five places you can visit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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By CNBCTV18.com\u00a0<\/span>August 12, 2025, 9:27:35 PM IST (Published)<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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1. Red Fort |<\/strong> Like every year, the Red Fort in Delhi will host the grand Independence Day celebrations on August 15, 2025. One can watch the official ceremony where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hoist the national flag and the grand parade. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has been the center of Independence Day celebrations since 1947, when the first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, hoisted the tricolour here. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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2. India Gate |<\/strong> Independence Day of India might just be the perfect day to visit India Gate and pay respects to the 70,000 Indian soldiers who fought for the British Army during WWI and others who laid down their lives for the country during Indo-Pakistan War of December 1971. On Independence Day, the area is adorned with the national colours while the Amar Jawan Jyoti glows brightly. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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3. Humayun’s Tomb |<\/strong> Humayun\u2019s Tomb is another UNESCO World Heritage Site worth visiting on Independence Day. One can enjoy some quiet time and enjoy its Mughal architecture, the gardens, and peaceful ambience. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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4. Qutub Minar |<\/strong> Standing tall at 73 meters, the Qutub Minar is one of Delhi\u2019s most visited landmarks. Built in the 12th century, it\u2019s a stunning example of Indo-Islamic architecture. On Independence Day, the monument is beautifully lit up, adding to its grandeur. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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5. Lotus Temple |<\/strong> One can also head to the Lotus Temple where people of all racial, religious, national backgrounds, are welcomed to pray and meditate. (Image: Canva)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n