The capital of the great and colourful republic of India is the ancient metropolis of Delhi. Apart from being India’s largest conurbation, it’s also one of the world’s oldest settlements. Archaeological finds in the area provide evidence of human habitation by the Mauryans in circa 300 BC.

THIS ARTICLE IS AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH AND RAJASTHANI. The northwest Indian city of Jaipur has almost always been known as the ‘Pink City’. Some attribute the name to city designer’s attempt to imitate Mughal architecture, notable for its use of red sandstone; others point to an 1873 visit by Edward VII, the then Prince of Wales, preparation for which prompted painting much of the city in pink.