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Inaugurated as recently as November 2005, every inch of this stunningly constructed complex is packed with carvings. No less than 15,000 artisans spent four years chipping away and the result is exquisite, if a little over the top.

The main temple is surrounded by a mammoth frieze depicting the elephant in mythology and folklore; the interior is a virtuoso display of religious art; and there are fountains and gardens too. And that's just the free part - there's a host of other exhibitions and film shows to keep you occupied for an entire afternoon, at least.

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The shrine also contains the marble tomb of Amir Khusro, the great Persian poet of Delhi, and a number of fine Mughal buildings. On Thursday evenings Qawal (devotional music) is sung, from about 6.00-7.30pm.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/3889 Sound and Light show Red Fort http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2785 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2785 Lakshmi Narayan Temple http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2001 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/2001 India Habitat Centre http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1380 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1380 Artists Village http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9071 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9071 Tips on bargaining http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/5169
Sometimes a merchant may try to trick you and say "fixed price", simply turn around and walk out. If he's lying, he'll stop you and offer "special price". In most markets like Jaanphat, and Dilli Hatt you can get great deals. A good method is to offer half of what they want and then from there work your way up slowly if you need to.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/5169 The Garden of Five Senses http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/468 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/468