India Gate, Delhi — Guide, History & Visiting Tips
India Gate is a 42-metre war memorial at the eastern end of Kartavya Path in central New Delhi.
India Gate at a glance
- Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and inaugurated in 1931.
- It commemorates soldiers of the British Indian Army who died in the First World War and the Third Anglo-Afghan War.
- It stands at the end of Kartavya Path (formerly Rajpath); the road was renamed in 2022.
- The National War Memorial is nearby in the same area.
- A typical visit takes about 30 to 60 minutes.
What a local guide shows you at India Gate
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- The memorial and the names inscribed on it
- Kartavya Path and the ceremonial axis of Lutyens' Delhi
- Rashtrapati Bhavan and the Secretariat buildings at the other end
- The National War Memorial nearby
Photography at India Gate
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- The gate at sunset or when it is lit at night
- The long view down Kartavya Path
- The lawns full of families in the evening
Visiting tips for India Gate
- Evenings are the liveliest time; mornings are quiet.
- Security checks and traffic rules apply around Kartavya Path.
- Timings, ticket prices and entry rules change, so check the official source before you go.
Nearby: places to combine with India Gate
- Purana Qila (Delhi) — Purana Qila (the Old Fort) is a 16th-century fort in central Delhi linked with Humayun and Sher Shah Suri, with gates, walls and a mosque…
- Jantar Mantar (Delhi) (Delhi) — Jantar Mantar in Delhi is an 18th-century astronomical observatory of large masonry instruments, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur.
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India Gate — frequently asked questions
Where is India Gate?
India Gate is in Delhi, Delhi, India.
What type of place is India Gate?
India Gate is a war memorial in Delhi, Delhi.
How long does a visit to India Gate take?
A typical visit takes about 30 to 60 minutes, depending on how much you want to see. Timings, ticket prices and entry rules change, so check the official source before you go.
What are some quick facts about India Gate?
Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and inaugurated in 1931. It commemorates soldiers of the British Indian Army who died in the First World War and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. It stands at the end of Kartavya Path (formerly Rajpath); the road was renamed in 2022. The National War Memorial is nearby in the same area.
Can I combine India Gate with other nearby places?
Yes. Purana Qila and Jantar Mantar (Delhi), in Delhi, are close enough to visit on the same day as India Gate.
What is India Gate a memorial to?
India Gate commemorates soldiers of the British Indian Army who died in the First World War and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. Their names are inscribed on the structure.
Can I book a local tour guide for India Gate?
Yes. On Myna24 you can book a local guide by the hour or for a full day. Guides set their own prices, you pick a free date, and you pay a 10% booking fee online when you book, and the remaining 90% directly to the provider.
Can I book a photographer for India Gate?
Yes. On Myna24 you can book a photographer by the hour or for a full day, see their portfolio first, and pay a 10% booking fee online.
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