The arch is inscribed with the names of over 13,000 soldiers, including some soldiers and officers from the United Kingdom.
The structure was originally called the All India War Memorial.
A canopy located nearby once housed a statue of King George V, which was later removed and relocated to Coronation Park.
The monument was constructed using yellow and red sandstone, sourced from the Dholpur quarries.
The foundation stone was laid by the Duke of Connaught in 1921.
The Amar Jawan Jyoti flame is fueled by a supply of compressed natural gas.
The names of the soldiers are inscribed on the walls and pillars in a distinct, uniform block-letter style.
India Gate is a 42-meter high triumphal arch located at the center of New Delhi, serving as a memorial to soldiers of the British Indian Army who died between 1914 and 1921. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, the sandstone structure features the names of thousands of fallen soldiers inscribed on its walls. It is positioned at one end of the Kartavya Path, which connects the Rashtrapati Bhavan to the National War Memorial. The arch stands on a low base of red Bharatpur stone and rises in stages to a large cornice. Beneath the arch lies the Amar Jawan Jyoti, a permanent flame honoring soldiers who died in the 1971 Indo-Pak war. The surrounding area comprises expansive lawns and circular garden paths often used for public gatherings. The site serves as the primary venue for the annual Republic Day parade. Its architectural style blends elements of the triumphal arch with traditional Mughal-inspired motifs.
From the lawns directly in front of the arch for a symmetrical, head-on perspective of the structure.
Visit during the evening when the arch is illuminated, providing a clear contrast against the night sky.
Stay on the designated paved paths as the surrounding lawns are sensitive to heavy foot traffic.
Bring water and protection from the sun as there is very little natural shade in the immediate vicinity of the arch.
Avoid purchasing overpriced souvenirs from unauthorized street hawkers in the immediate vicinity of the monument.
Maintain a respectful demeanor as it is a site of national remembrance. Avoid loud music or disruptive behavior near the central flame.
