India – India's capital is New Delhi

(Pronounced in-de-uh and nue del-ee)

To remember the capital of India, use the following mnemonic:

The Indian (India) restaurant had a new delicatessen (New Delhi) open up next door. It was a bit of a strange combination.

Interesting facts about Delhi:

- Spice Market Center: Old Delhi is home to Khari Baoli, which is recognised as Asia’s largest wholesale spice market and has been operating continuously since the seventeenth century.

- Ancient Astronomy Hub: The city houses Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory built in the early eighteenth century featuring massive geometric instruments designed to track celestial bodies with the naked eye.

- World Heritage Density: Delhi holds the distinction of having three UNESCO World Heritage Sites within its metropolitan borders, including Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, and the Red Fort.