India Gate
#2 in Photo Spots & ViewpointsIndia Gate is a 42-meter tall sandstone war memorial arch built in 1931 to honor Indian soldiers who died in World War I, located at the eastern end of Rajpath in central New Delhi. The monument serves as a popular gathering spot with surrounding lawns where families picnic, and it's particularly photogenic during golden hour and when illuminated at night. **Photo Spots & Viewpoints:** • **Base of the arch** - Stand directly underneath for dramatic upward angles and to capture the inscribed names of fallen soldiers • **Rajpath approach** - Walk back 200-300 meters along the ceremonial boulevard for classic frontal shots with the arch framed by the wide road • **Northeast lawn area** - Position yourself on the grassy areas to the right for side-angle shots that include both the monument and people relaxing on the grounds • **Evening illumination spot** - Visit after sunset when the golden lighting creates warm tones against the sandstone and reduces harsh shadows for portraits
Overview
India Gate is a 42-meter tall sandstone war memorial arch built in 1931 to honor Indian soldiers who died in World War I, located at the eastern end of Rajpath in central New Delhi. The monument serves as a popular gathering spot with surrounding lawns where families picnic, and it's particularly photogenic during golden hour and when illuminated at night. **Photo Spots & Viewpoints:** • **Base of the arch** - Stand directly underneath for dramatic upward angles and to capture the inscribed names of fallen soldiers • **Rajpath approach** - Walk back 200-300 meters along the ceremonial boulevard for classic frontal shots with the arch framed by the wide road • **Northeast lawn area** - Position yourself on the grassy areas to the right for side-angle shots that include both the monument and people relaxing on the grounds • **Evening illumination spot** - Visit after sunset when the golden lighting creates warm tones against the sandstone and reduces harsh shadows for portraits
Location & Contact
Kartavya Path, India Gate, New Delhi 110001
Phone: 011 2336 5358
Highlights
- Highly rated — 4.6 stars from 282,780 reviews
- Mid-range pricing — good value
- Located in India Gate, New Delhi
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Visitor tips
Visitor score on file for this Photo Spots & Viewpoints listing in New Delhi: 4.6 from 282,780 reviews.
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On-file highlight list in New Delhi: Rated 4.6 stars from over 282,700 visitor reviews, Mid-range pricing — good value for the area, In and around India Gate — pairs well with other sights in New Delhi.
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