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New Delhi is the capital of India, and it's also the travel hub of northern India. As well as being an excellent base for visiting wonders like the Taj Mahal, New Delhi is the commercial and cultural heart of India. With its unique attractions, exquisite culture and busy streets, very few capital cities in the world can match New Delhi in terms of diversity.

New Delhi City Facts
New Delhi Population: 11,680,000 (Source: UN Population Division 2000 estimate)
India Population: 1,006,770,000 (Source: UN Population Division 2000 estimate)
Currency: Indian rupee (INR)
Time Zone: GMT plus five and a half hours
Language: The official language is Hindi, spoken by about 30% of the population. English is also widely used. The Constitution recognises 17 regional languages.