India Gate, originally named All India War Memoria, was designed by Lutyens in honour the brave soldiers who died for the nation. It is situated on the road that heads down from the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The structure stands 42 mt high and is surrounded with lush green gardens on either side. An eternal flame, the amar jawan jyoti to honour the memory of the unknown soldiers. India Gate is also a popular picnic spot. Families come here at mostly at night, when the lights are lit and fountains are lit up. Several vendors selling bhel puri, ice-cream, balloons, etc stand at night. Men with monkeys roam around to entertain famlies with their monkey's dance. |