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	LANDSCAPE OF DELHI Varied Geography : Undulating ridges, Flat plains and Wet lands Bordered By : Uttar Pradesh and Haryana Located on The Banks of : River Yamuna High Points : Jama Masjid, Raisina Hill

Delhi - A Land of Natural Surprises

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River Yamuna, Delhi

The oblate land of Delhi is far more than just a rippleless river drenched land. It is a land that caresses the pride of being the capital of magnanimous India. Nestling on the Indo-gangetic plain, Delhi is bordered by the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on the south and Haryana on the other three sides. Simple geography, isn't it? But no, the cordial land is a humble arrangement of undulating ridges, flat plains and wet lands on the banks of Yamuna. Although the so-called hills don't amount to much, they are the northern extent of the great Aravalli Range of Rajasthan. Yamuna, one of the most sacred rivers in Hinduism, is the only main river flowing through Delhi. Most of the city, including New Delhi, lies west of the river. East of the river is the urban area of Shahdara.

Rulers wanting to stamp their authority on a city often like to make use of high points for the construction of major seats of power; Shah Jahan had the Jama Masjid built on the old city's only hill (albeit an almost imperceptible one), while the British built the Secretariat Buildings and Viceroy's Residence (now Rashtrapati Bhawan) on the only high point in New Delhi, Raisina Hill, which is an equally insignificant mound. The Yamuna River flows north to south along the eastern edge of city, and eventually joins the Ganges at Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh, 600 odd kilometres to the south-east.

Top 5 Highlights of Delhi Landscape

Tracing A Tail of Aravalli
You will be amazed to know that the stretched Aravalli Range that slices the heart of Rajasthan, finds it end amidst the undulating ridges of Delhi. Ubiquitous in the southern part of the state, the red stones does create an impressive terrain.

The Enchanting Greens
Thanks to an early consciousness of Delhites and the government, the whole state now pulsates with the rhythms of green colour. Wander around the state and you can experience myriad shades of green reigning the capital.

The Freshness of Yamuna
Yamuna, one of the most sacred rivers in Hinduism, is the only main river flowing through Delhi. Most of the city, including New Delhi, lies west of the river. East of the river is the urban area of Shahdara.

The Gardens That Add A Chill
Thanks to the enthusiast tourism department, the gardens of Delhi still reverberates with the erstwhile princely aroma, that makes it way to everyone's hearts through the enchanting fragrance of roses and lilies.

A Haven For Avians
Interestingly, the greens and the serene weather of the capital attracts a lot of birds from all over the globe. Visit the famous Sanjay Jhill or the Okhla Barriage National Park, that are crowded with hundreds of migratory birds in the winters and hence make for a bird lover's paradise.

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Delhi - A Land of Natural Surprises