India Gate
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New Delhi’s monumental glory; The India gate
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The all India war memorial is also popularly known as the India Gate. It is a 42 meter high memorial arch that was designed by Sir Edward Lutyens. Its foundation was laid in 1921 by Duke of Connaught and took 10 long years to complete. This arch was inaugurated by Lady Irwin. Names of 85,000 indian soldiers, who died in 1st world war in 1931 supporting the then ruling country Britain, are inscribed on its walls. In the center of the arch on the ground stands an inverted rifle and helmet on a raised platform surrounded by an eternal flame that was started by the Indian government in 1971. At night the view of floodlit India Gate becomes spectacular with nearby fountains. It has become a popular evening spot for Delhites and tourists alike.
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