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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information
TimingsOpen 24/7 (exterior)
Entry feeFree
Best time to visitEvening, year-round; October to March for weather
From city centreCentral Delhi (Kartavya Path)
LocationDelhi, Delhi
Know before you go
About India Gate
India Gate is a war memorial commemorating Indian soldiers who died in World War I and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. It anchors the ceremonial Kartavya Path and is one of Delhi's most popular evening gathering spots, lit up after dark.
Getting there
How to Reach India Gate
Central Secretariat metro station is nearest; also a common stop on any Delhi sightseeing route.
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Nearby Attractions to Combine with Your Visit
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