What makes Delhi’s culture unique?

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Delhi’s culture is a unique blend of traditional and cosmopolitan styles. The city is filled with museums, monuments, libraries, gardens, and places of worship, alongside modern art galleries, multiplexes, sports venues, and diverse restaurants.

Numerous fairs and festivals, including film, trade, and book events, add to Delhi’s cultural diversity. Various religious groups contribute to ongoing celebrations.

Delhi also has a rich architectural heritage, with influences from early Muslim, Mughal, British colonial, and post-independence styles, as seen in landmarks such as Humayun’s Tomb and the Red Fort.