The Delhi Zoo, close to Purana Qila , near ITO , was established in 1959 and is spread over an area of 214 acres. It is regarded as one of the finest zoo in Asia and efforts have been made to provide an almost natural habitat to the animals and birds. There are more than 2,000 animals and birds species from places like Africa, America, Australia and even Asia. There is a lot of greenery around the zoo and it is an ideal picnic spot especially in winters. The tombs are in the midst of the famed Lodi's Gardens and is believed to have been built by rulers of two Dynasties, the Sayyaids and the Lodhi's .
History has it that the tombs are remainants of another city that was sought to be built in Delhi.
The Dilli Haat, located opposite the INA Market , is a project jointly set up by the New Delhi Municipal Council and Delhi Tourism. All kind of goods made by artisans are displayed at regular intervals during the year. There are also permanent shops reflecting the kind of goods made in various states of the country. Those interested in folk art could find this spot a real entertainer. On the banks of the river Yamuna are the National Shrines .