Stories & Photographs by Jofelle Tesorio

There are more than a hundred monuments in New Delhi so a day is not enough to cover these considering how big the city is. But if you have only a day to spare, then these monuments and sites should not be missed: Qutub Minar Built in 1192, it laid the foundations of the Delhi Sultanate after Mohammed Ghori defeated the Rajputs, which heralded a new dynasty—Slave Dynasty. It is also considered the oldest monument in Delhi and the highest stone tower in India. The famous Iron Pillar, which has stood for 2,000 years without rusting, is also located within the complex of Qutub Minar. The pillar was erected between the 4th and 5th century AD as a flagpole of a Vishnu temple. It is also believed that hugging the pillar will make one’s wishes come true. The monument’s ethereal carvings, intricate designs and uniqueness make it worth to stay a minimum of one hour. India Gate Originally called the All India War Memorial, it was built in 1931 in memory of the 90,000 Indian soldier...