India, May 28 -- Delhi has occupied a unique place in Indian history for centuries. Unlike many cities that rose and declined with a single dynasty, Delhi repeatedly emerged as the political heart of the subcontinent under different rulers and empires. From the Mahabharat to the Tomars, and medieval sultanates to the Mughals and modern India, the city has repeatedly been chosen as a seat of power because of its strategic location, economic importance and historical significance.

Strategic Geography and Location

One of the biggest reasons behind Delhi's repeated rise as a capital city is its geography. Located in northern India along the banks of the Yamuna River, Delhi sits near important trade routes connecting the Indo-Gangetic plains...