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The power capital of the country, Delhi, is more than just a city. There is so much more – its vibe, the culture, the melange of highs & lows, the rich heritage, it is the city of extremes and we Dilliwalas love it! Sure, it isn’t perfect, but again, what is?

30 Reasons To Love Delhi More Than Any Other Place

Delhi AKA ‘Dilwalon ki Dilli’ is a great city to spend some time of your life or to even spend a lifetime. This city embraces anyone and everyone who comes to her. Though you don’t need a specific reason to love this bustling city, here are 30 reasons, you would agree to, that make Delhi a ‘city of hearts’.

1. No one in the world can ever swear as much as a Dilliwala!

No one in the world can ever swear as much as a Dilliwala

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2. From India’s best street shopping experience

A girl street shopping in the lanes of Sarojini Nagar, Delhi

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3. To India’s most luxurious malls (where the fanciest of cars could be spotted) – Delhi has it all!

One of the most luxurious malls of Delhi - DLF Emporio

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4. Because Delhites are genuinely rich at heart!

A man feeding stray dogs in Delhi

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But to feel the warmth in Dilwalon ki Dilli, be sure to win our hearts!

5. And we are genuinely a cash rich city too! ;)

A red Ferrari on the wide roads of Delhi

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6. Plus, we just know how to spend it

Christian Dior Store in DLF Emporio

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7. Or where to show it off!

Elite women of Delhi at a Versace event

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8. Because Delhi has the largest, the most diverse & the coolest university in India!

fashionable girls from Delhi University

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Maharashtrians, South Indians, Manipuris, Assamese, Haryanavis, Kashmiris – everyone! And not to forget the fashionable hot chicks & cool dudes ;)

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9. Though it is trademarked as an unsafe city, it also teaches us to be stronger

A girl portraying women empowerment

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10. Because it is the only city in India where people party in Villages!

Hauz Khas Village - a popular hangout zone for Delhiites

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Hauz Khas Village, Shahpur Jat and Said-ul-Ajaib are the cafe and party centrals here.

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11. Because it’s where the ‘power’ subsists!

Parade in the powerhouse of Delhi - Rashtrapati Bhavan

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12. It’s the concrete jungle where millions come with their dreams

The tall concrete buildings of New Delhi during sunset

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13. But it has enough trees for those hot summer days!

Delhi is one of the greenest capitals in Asia

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Believe it or not, Delhi is one of the leafiest cities in Asia.

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14. While in Delhi, travelling is never a concern – take a flight to literally anywhere

Immigration board displaying how well connected Delhi International Airport is

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Delhi is well connected to the world & to the entire country! You can fly to any country, any state, any city.

15. Or ride on the inexpensive as well as clean & air conditioned metros

Delhi metros save the travellers from the wrath of the weather

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Unlike the Mumbai locals!


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16. And then, there are air conditioned buses too!!

DTC low floor Air conditioned buses

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17. Of course, who could forget the life line of Delhi? The quickest and easiest mode of transportation AUTOs (driven by the most impolite autowalas in India)

An autowala waiting for his safari

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18. Because Delhi has the most gorgeous & widest of roads in India

A bird’s eye view of Ring Roads in Delhi

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19. Perfect for a long-long drive to the Himalayas!

Wide Delhi roads leading to the Himalayas

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20. Because though there are malls to shop from, Delhi has unlimited Wholesale markets too..!!

The crowded lanes of Old Delhi

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And here you could buy anything from electronics to clothes to grocery to decor at dirt cheap rates.

21. Because Delhi is the only city in India to which lets you buy Manish Malhotra or Sabhyasachi dresses at extremely affordable prices

Girls Wedding shopping in Chandni Chowk, Delhi

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22. Because it is a city of extremes!

People sipping tea on a cold Delhi morning

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If you’ve lived in Delhi, you know what the four seasons really are! And how much soever cold it gets, we all love winters.

23. Because Delhi Gol Gappas can any day beat Kolkata’s Puchkas & Mumbai’s Pani Puri

A girl excited about eating the best Gol gappas in Delhi

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24. And while you’re low on cash, there’s a world of street food waiting for you!

Seekh Kebab – a delectable street food in Delhi

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25. Because Delhi is a city with richly painted walls

Graffiti Wall in North Campus of Delhi University

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Freedom of thoughts & expression – and we know exactly how to show it!

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26. Because Delhi’s story is just a metro ride away

The largest masjid in Asia, Jama Masjid, created during the Mughal reign

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27. And the rich heritage blends perfectly well with the Modern Era

Bird’s eye view of Oberoi Delhi

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28. Because Delhi celebrates – diversity & cultural freely!

A sign board in Delhi displaying the name of the place in four different languages & a hindu saint & a muslim prophet together

Chandni Chowk – The only place in India to have a Church, a Temple, a Gurudwara & a Mosque in the same lane!

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29. Because Yamuna takes care of city escapes & hideouts in Delhi

Migratory birds in Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary in New Delhi

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Okhla Bird Sanctuary – a home away from home for migratory birds!

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30. Delhi is loud and we like it that way!

A big fat Indian wedding In Delhi

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