Parikrama - The Revolving Restaurant, Rotating restaurant in Connaught Place, India
Parikrama is a circular restaurant located approximately 24 floors above ground that completes a full rotation every 90 minutes. Diners experience views of New Delhi landmarks such as India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan while enjoying their meal.
The restaurant first opened in 1982 and was the first rotating establishment of its kind in India. This opening represented a significant moment in the country's dining and hospitality evolution.
The restaurant serves North Indian, Continental, Chinese, and Asian dishes while guests overlook the architectural heritage of New Delhi through large floor-to-ceiling windows.
The location sits at significant height with panoramic windows, so visitors should dress in layers since air conditioning can be quite strong. The best time to visit is early evening when the illuminated landmarks are most beautiful.
The mechanical platform moves so smoothly that diners barely notice the rotation while eating. Yet in 90 minutes they see the entire New Delhi skyline pass by their table.
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