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Old Delhi Travel Guide
Explore the many wonders and charms of Old Delhi
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Information about Old Delhi
The capital of India during the Mughal rule, Old Delhi was known as “Shahjahanabad” during that time. Emperor Shah Jahan was the then ruler who built some of the most iconic monuments which still remain exemplary even in the 21st century. It was after the British annexation, the name was changed to Old Delhi and remains the same till date. In the present times, Old Delhi remains a famous destination among tourists from all over the world. Jama Masjid and Red Fort attracts many visitors for their magnificent structure. While the lanes of Chandni Chowk and Khari Baoli invite to you to have a taste of the little culinary world. Although the entire population of Old Delhi follow Islam as their religion, the locals welcome everyone with a cheerful smile. The charm of this place makes you feel at home. Just do not forget to have enough cash in hand before you embark on your little exploration.
Old Delhi food guide - Start your Old Delhi tour with a lip-smacking breakfast at the tiny food shacks located in the lanes of Chandni Chowk. Famous for typical street food and authentic Persian desserts, you cannot just miss out on trying these delicacies. A plate of hot and spicy chole bhature with thick, creamy lassi is an ideal breakfast for north Indians. Do not forget to try these special menus to start your day. Old Delhi is a food paradise for non-vegetarians. Qureshi’s and Karim’s in Gali Kababchi are the hotspots for enjoying a platter of non-veg delicacies. All these places are located around Jama Masjid itself. Sightseeing along with some delicious food will sum up for a great tour.
Festivals in Old Delhi - Out of so many festivals in India, a few are celebrated with extra fun and fervour in Old Delhi. As the area is predominantly Islamic, Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha are the major revelries here. People of different religions and cultures come here to celebrate these festivals or just enjoy the specialties offered during Ramadan. The streets are lit with flashy lights and the shops are overcrowded with customers bargaining for a good deal. From Diwali to Eid, every festival in Delhi finds home to an extravagant feast. Also, during the Independence Day, you can witness Prime Minister of India hoisting the National Flag at the Red Fort.
Monuments in Old Delhi - Old Delhi has been built on the ruins of eight cities that crumbled to dust after the annexation. Some of the renowned monuments have been built during the rule of Mughal emperors. These monuments are the Jama Masjid, Red Fort and Humayun’s Tomb. UNESCO has preserved these monuments as World Heritage Sites in the present. Red Fort is built of pure red sandstone and still remains impregnable to any external threat. Jama Masjid is now the largest mosque in India where people in large numbers still offer their prayers. The famous Digambar Jain Temple and Gauri Shankar Temple are also located here. Stop by these historical monuments to take a visit to the past.
Old Delhi offers this and many more things to do. If you are here for a day or two, make sure to try one or all of these above mentioned things.
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