Busy, hectic and loud, Delhi is in your face from the start. Just driving into town from the airport proves a hair-raising experience. Car horns constantly bleat, and somehow the myriad cars manage to dodge each other without causing constant accidents. The masses of people and bustle of activity may seem overwhelming, but they are also oddly stimulating. An exciting and fast-paced city, Delhi’s ancient monuments attest to its rich cultural, historical and religious past while high-rise buildings, swanky hotels, glitzy shopping malls and modern academic and research centers bring it into the 21st century.

There can be some confusion about the difference between Delhi and New Delhi. In essence, New Delhi, India’s capital, is a territory within Delhi and serves as the seat of government in India. New Delhi has been called North India’s industrial hub thanks to its well-developed infrastructure and varied choice of venues for hosting international events.