Rajghat Delhi
Rajghat is situated 4 km away from Janpath in Delhi and holds a great significance in the history of India. Rajghat is a place where Mahatma Gandhi, Father of the Nation was cremated followed by his assassination in the year 1948. The cenotaph commemorating his memory is a simple black marble structure that sits in the midst of a beautiful lush green garden.
Rajghat marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated on January 31, 1948, a day after his assassination. It is an open-air memorial with a simple black marble platform marking the exact place of his cremation. The design of Rajghat is minimalistic and reflective of Gandhi’s philosophy of simplicity and non-materialism. The black marble platform is surrounded by serene gardens and is open to the sky.
The best time to visit Delhi is from October to March when the weather is at its best. During this period flowers are at their blooming best, the weather is pleasent and enjoyable to experience Incredible Delhi.
Travel outstation from Delhi to Agra in a comfortable cab for around ₹3014. Prices may vary depending on traffic and other factors. Delhi to Agra Distance 243km and Delhi to Vrindavan 181.6km.
The nearest metro station to Raj Ghat in Delhi is Delhi Gate.
Nearby attractions include other memorials and places of historical significance, such as Vijay Ghat (memorial of Lal Bahadur Shastri), Shanti Vana (memorial of Jawaharlal Nehru), and the National Gandhi Museum.
