The Gardens - Though Delhi is fast being converted
into a concrete jungle, the Delhi Development Authority
is trying best to provide the residents of Delhi with
some greenery by construction of parks and gardens.
The DDA has also installed some musical fountains
at specific locations which are worth visiting. Being
part of the Aravalies,
It is laid out with lawns, flower beds and fountains(
one at the centre is of Napoleon III period), in front
of the Raj Niwas, the residence of the Lieutenant
Governor. The park was originally the site of the
first French garrison, Fort Louis, destroyed in 1761
by the British.
The Zoo - The Delhi Zoo is located near the Purana
Qila on the Delhi-Mathura road. Delhi Zoo has many
animals which includes the rare and exotic white tigers.
This place is particularly popular among the children.
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