India Gate Delhi
About
A 42-meter tall war memorial dedicated to 70,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died during World War I. A prominent landmark on Rajpath.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Evening for illumination, winter months
Place Type
Historical Monument
How to Reach
Take metro to Central Secretariat station and walk 15 minutes east along Rajpath
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Janpath (1.3 km away) on the Violet Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of India Gate
History
Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, it was completed in 1931 as the All India War Memorial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Historical Monument
Best Time to Visit
Evening for illumination, winter months
How to Reach
Nearest metro: Janpath (1.3 km)
The names of over 13,000 soldiers are inscribed on the gate's surface.
Nearby Attractions
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National Crafts Museum
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National Science Centre
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The Imperial Hotel
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