The recorded history of Delhi begins with the 8th century Tomar Rajput dynasty. [2][3] It is considered to be a city built, destroyed and rebuilt several times, as outsiders who successfully invaded the Indian subcontinent would ransack the existing capital city in Delhi, and those who came to conquer and stay would be so impressed by the city's...

6 天之前 · Delhi, city and national capital, and union territory, north-central India. The city of Delhi actually consists of two components: Old Delhi, in the north, the historic city; and New Delhi, in the south, since 1947 the capital of India, built in the first part of …

2025年1月28日 · Since India’s independence in 1947, Delhi has become a major metropolitan area; it has spread north and south along the Yamuna River, spilled onto the river’s east bank, stretched over the Delhi Ridge to the west, and extended beyond the boundaries of the national capital territory into adjacent states.

From the early 13th century until the mid-19th century, Delhi was the capital of two major empires, the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughal Empire, which covered large parts of South Asia. All three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the city, the Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, and the Red Fort, belong to this period.

Delhi, the capital of India has a strong historical background. It was ruled by some of the most powerful emperors in Indian history. The history of the city is as old as the epic Mahabharata. The town was known as Indraprastha, where Pandavas used to live.

2025年1月13日 · Delhi, the capital city of India, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with a history spanning over 2,500 years. Its origins are deeply intertwined with legend, mythology, and documented history, making it a city of …

Delhi has been an important political centre of India as the capital of several empires. The recorded history of Delhi begins with the 8th century Tomar Rajput ...

The following is a timeline of the history of Delhi, including New Delhi. Changes in ruling nation are in bold, with a flag to represent the country where available.

Though Delhi, as capital, changed site at least seven times, it has shown remarkable continuity. Delhi has witnessed a number of prominent dynasties and rulers in its journey of transformation. In 1857, a mutiny broke out in India to get rid of East India Company's rule.

2024年9月6日 · From ancient times through the colonial era and into the modern period, Delhi has witnessed the rise and fall of dynasties, empires, and rulers. Its history is marked by architectural marvels, cultural diversity, and its status as a political and trade hub.