Jama Masjid... Yes The Largest (period!)

Claim to fame of Jama Masjid in Old Delhi is that it is the largest mosque in India. It is impressive indeed but makes for a very stressful visit. There was fairly large crowd when we visited the place at noon time. And there were also many locals who will pester you with offers to serve as your guide. Although admission to the mosque is free, you have to pay Rupees 300 if you bring with you a camera.You also have to leave your shoes at the entrance and at 12 noon, floor was really hot and almost unbearable to walk on!

If you are going to Agra and going to Fathephur Siri, you can opt to give Jahid Masjid a miss. The mosque in the Fathephur Siri complex is prettier with fewer people and provides for a more relaxed visit.

The Fort is Red at Delhi

The facade of the fort in New Delhi is colored red because it is made of red sandstone. It is the least impressive among the four forts that I got to visit in the four cities that I went to in India.

The best thing about the Red Fort are its red walls as viewed from the outside. Inside the fort, the palace and its many rooms have been stripped of all objects. Nevertheless, the structures some of which are made of marble are still a delight to see. But good thing this was the first fort that I went to so I did not have high expectations.