As the name suggests, this busy street is a one stop destination if you’re on the hunt for bangles. The street is said to exist since the rule of great Mughal emperor Shahjahan and consists of several stalls that sell […]
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Mughal Gardens: A Seasonal Beauty of the Capital
A garden that is open only from 12th February to 18th March every year, the Mughal Gardens is a beautifully laid garden that is very much like the royal Islamic gardens of the Mughal era. Located in the Rashtrapati Bhavan […]
Gauri Shankar Temple: Standing Strong for 8 Decades
Located in the popular Chandni Chowk near Digambar Jain Lal Mandir, the Gauri Shankar Temple is over 800 years old and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple houses an 800-year-old Lingam, encased in a marble sculpt of a female […]
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib: A place of positivity and peace
One of the most prominent Gurudwaras in Delhi, it is known for its association with Guru Har Krishan who is the eight Sikh Guru. Ranked as one of the best tourist and pilgrimage spots in Delhi, the structure was built […]
Chausath Khamba: One of the many 15th Century Marvels in the city.
A tomb built between 1623-24, the Chausath Khamba is a building located in Sufi Muslim shrines, New Delhi. The name translates to ‘’64 pillars’’ in Urdu and was built by Mirza Aziz Koka during the rule of Emperor Jahangir. Image […]
Tomb of Abdul Rahim Khankhana: In Memory of the Great Poet
Abdul Rahim was a popular poet during Mughal emperor Akbar’s rule. He was of Turkish ancestry and was a popular writer and poet who worked for the royal families of the time. He has written doshas and translated Babar’s memoirs […]
Tomb of Balban: What Remains of the Mamluk Dynasty
Built sometime in the 13th century, this tomb was built to bury the Sultan of the Slave Dynasty; Ghiyas-ud-din Balban. The tomb is located in the popular Mehrauli Archaeological Park and strongly depicts an Indo-Islamic architecture, like most monuments in […]
Tomb of Adham Khan: The Bhool Bhulaiya of Delhi
An army general under the rule of Akbar, Adham Khan is said to be one of the greatest warriors and generals of his time. He was executed on Akbar’s orders for killing one of the king’s favourite generals; Ataga Khan. […]
Chhatarpur Temple: A Modern Complex of Many Temples
Located in the Chhatarpur area in the Southwestern region of the city, this temple is the second largest temple complex in India. It was established in the year 1974 by Baba Sant Nagpal and is dedicated to the goddess Katyayani. […]
Republic Day Parade: A Tribute To The Country’s Diversity
The largest parade in the country is held on the 26th of January every year to celebrate Republic Day and commemorate the many defence divisions and cultures of the country. It is held along the Rajpath and India Gate in […]