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The William Fraser Bungalow is a historical building that has now been converted to an administrative building of the Northern Railways. There are several Nearby attractions of William Fraser Bungalow that are all well worth a visit. If you visit this heritage building then make it a point to see the Nearby Attractions of William Fraser Bungalow. The Nearby Attractions of William Fraser Bungalow are as follows
Kashmiri Gate
The northern side of the city of Shahjahanabad built by Shahjahan has this gate. It is so named because the royal processions going towards Kashmir always passed through this gate. It was later modified by the Britishers. In the year 1835 it was fortified and converted to a double gateway. Its historical importance lies in the fact that it stood witness to several eventuous happenings that took place in the year1857.
Dara Shikoh Library
Dara Shikoh, the tolerant and intelligent son of Shahjahan built this building. The present library is housed in one of the rooms which were occupied by him. Sir David Ochterlony, the first British resident of Delhi resided in it for some time. He took initiative to renovate this building.
St James Church
Colonel James Skinner built this church which was inspired by the St. Paul's Cathedral in London. In the opinion of many the church is modeled on a church in Venice. The altar of the Church faces the east and one can truly find a lot of solace and peace in its serene surroundings.
Lothian Cemetery
The Lothian Cemetery is the first British Cemetery in Delhi. There is a war memorial in this cemetery built in honor of all the British soldiers who laid their lives at the time of the Great revolt of 1857.
Jama Masjid
In the year 1656, Shahjahan built a magnificent mosque of red sandstone. The minarets, domes, pillared corridors and courtyard of this mosque are fabulous to look at. 11 arches embellished with marble frames are found in the main prayer hall of the Jama Masjid where a large number of Muslims can recite the Koran together.
Chandni Chowk
This street is reflective of the Indian spirit. A walk down this street will enable you to understand the meaning of the phrase 'unity in diversity'. There are several places of worship including Temples, Mosques, Gurudwaras and Churches in this street. It truly signifies secular India. Countless traditional Havelis, shops and restaurants are also to be found here.
Salimgarh Fort
Islam Shah Suri, son of Sher Shah Suri started the construction of this fort. He passed away before the construction was completed. His work was carried forward by several other Mughal Emperors. Emperor Jahangir connected this fort to the mainland and his successor Shahjahan connected it with the Red Fort. During the reign of Aurangzeb it became a state prison. Indian Freedom Fighters were also imprisoned and kept here by the British. A war memorial has been erected in their honor.
Rajghat
This is the place where Mahatma Gandhi, the man loved, revered and idealized by millions of Indians was cremated. The square platform of black marble is located amidst acres of gardens. The last words uttered by this remarkable man were "Hey Ram" and these words are inscribed on the platform.
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