Shantivan

 

Shantivan is globally famous as the place where Jawaharlal Nehru, Indian's first prime minister was cremated back in 1964. The place is known for various tourist attraction sites 

Shantivan is located in Raj Ghat, New Delhi in India.

Both local and international tourists are welcome any day of the week between 5:00 Am to 7:30 pm. However, the visit duration must not exceed 2 hours.

 

Entrance to Shantivan is free and is open for anyone.

Shantivan is also referred to as Jawahar Lal Nehru memorial and is situated at the shores of River Yamuna.

 

The final respect of the international leader was done back in 27th May 1964, and a tombstone was built there. 

 

Van is set around very green lawns, and trees. Close to his resting place is Sanjay Gandhi’s graveyard who passed away after a fatal plane crash.

 

Some of the other memorials close to Shantivan include Shakti Sthal, Vir Bhumi, Vijay Ghat and Raj Ghat. May they all rest in eternal peace!

 

No entry fee is charged to any visitor, and the place is open to anyone. Both local and international visitors are allowed to take photographs.

 

Every year two special events take place in Shantivan namely: his death anniversary and Children’s day celebrated during Jawar Lal Nehru’s birthday.

 

The closest international airport to Shantivan is Indira Gandhi international airport while the nearest railway station is the Old Delhi Railway station. The closest metro station is the Kashmiri Gate.

One of the most treasured tourist attractions less than a mile away from Shantivan is the national Gandhi museum. The large museum deeply outlines the life of Mahatma Gandhi, hence its name. There are several historical books stored there, such as those authored by Mahatma himself. Other items found there include Gandhi's walking stick, shawl, and his dhoti.

 

Second attraction site is the Red Fort located a few miles away from Shantivan. The fort is the best physical reminder of Mughal's reign in power and a perfect symbol of the struggle for freedom in India centuries back. Shah Jahan constructed it after he made up his mind to move his capital from Agra to there. Opening hours are between 9:30 am up to 4:30 pm. Entry fee is 35 Indian rupees for locals and 500 Indian rupees for any foreigner.

 

Another popular site is Swaminarayan Akshardham situated in National Highway 24 in New Delhi. No entry fee is required from any visitor, both local and foreign, to see the exhibitions displayed there. However, the use of mobile phones while it is strictly prohibited, so is taking photos. Opening hours range between 9:30 in the morning until 6:30 in the evening, except for Mondays as it is usually closed.

 

I hadn’t forgotten about the beautiful Lodhi Gardens that stands along Lodhi road a stone-throw away from Humayun tomb. This captivating garden was constructed back in 1936 by a British. No fee is paid to gain entry. Similarly, no specific opening hour but strictly closes at 8 o’clock in the evening.

 

Not to forget about the breath-taking Indira Gandhi memorial museum not far from Shantivan. The museum used to be the home to former Indian prime minister. Visiting hours are only between 10:30, mid-morning and 4:45 in the evening. No entrance fee is demanded to be allowed in. Important to note is that the museum is open for visits on all other days except on Mondays. 

 

It is possible to organize a tour for Delhi sightseeing by bus to some of these tourist destinations!