Old Delhi Heritage and Street Food Walk with a Local
Join me on an immersive walk navigating the narrow bylanes of Old Delhi - a treat for history and food lovers, a delight for all the five senses. This heritage walk is a recollection of my childhood growing up in Chandni Chowk - its many tastes, sounds, and smells, that linger fresh in my memory.
I grew up in Chandni Chowk, but left Delhi at the age of 14 on an academic scholarship to Singapore. I travelled as a student to almost 20 countries across 3 continents. I am passionate about history and cultural exchange and love hosting people from different parts of the world.
In this thoughtfully curated walk, you will discover and witness Delhi's syncretic culture and past. Together, we will uncover the complexity of India and its various layers of history from the Mughals to the British.
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Old Delhi Heritage and Street Food Walk with a Local
What's included in Old Delhi Heritage and Street Food Walk with a Local
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Red Fort
I will meet you at the Jain temple overlooking the magnificent red stone ramparts of the Red Fort. You will hear the story of Shah Jahan, the Mughal Emperor, who built the Taj Mahal and then moved his capital from Agra to Delhi to build this fort in 1648.
Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir
You will hear the story of how a Jain temple came to be located next to the Mughal Fort with a Muslim Emperor. Being a Jain, I will also share some stories from my own childhood and interesting facts about Jainism as a religion/way of life.
Begum Samru's Palace
Begum Samru - one of the most powerful women of Northern India in the 18th century - a nautch girl turned mercenary warrior who rose to become a ruler of a province near Delhi and a diplomat in the Mughal court. This is her grand mansion gifted by the Mughal emperor.
Inclusions
- A well-travelled host who grew up in Old Delhi and is passionate about history and cultural exchange
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Jain Temple Opposite Lal Quila (Red Fort) Metro Station, Exit Gate 1
End Points
- Near Jama Masjid Metro Station
