Delhi Travel Guide: Exploring the Soul of India’s Capital

Delhi, the capital city of India, is more than just the country’s political hub — it is a living, breathing archive of history, culture, cuisine, and modern aspirations. Spread across two distinct worlds, Old Delhi with its Mughal-era charm and New Delhi with its colonial elegance and contemporary pulse, the city offers an unmatched experience to travelers.

I have been to Lodhi Garden many times and mostly entered through the gate near to Lodhi Restaurant and most of times ended up walking around Bara Gumbad tomb, Sheesh Gumbad, The three domed mosque which is adjacent to Bada Gumbad, walled enclosure of the Sikander Lodi's Tomb and the water body in one of the corners of Lodhi Garden. But most of the times, I noticed a very well lit Tomb from the road which connects Sufdarjung Tomb with India Habitat Center. During last week, I was again crossing through the same road and thought of stopping. It was around 5 pm and my meeting was scheduled at 7pm in Khan Market. So this Photo Journey shares some of the photographs clicked during 2 hours around Mohammed Shah's Tomb at Lodhi Garden.The tomb of Mohammed Shah is one of the the earliest tombs in the Lodhi garden, which was built in 1444 by Ala-ud-din Alam Shah as a tribute to Mohammed Shah. Mohammed Shah was the last of the Sayyid dynasty rulers. Lodhi Garden is one of the famous picnic spots for Delhites and its one of the green belts in Delhi. Lodhi Garden is spread over 90 acres covered with . The garden has various other monuments as well - Sikander Lodhi’s Tomb, Sheesh Gumbad, Athpula and Bara Gumbad. This place is protected by Archeological Survey of India (ASI)Lodi Gardens is an important place of preservation. The tomb of Mohammed Shah is visible from the road and is the earliest structure in the gardens. The architecture Mohammed Shah's Tomb is characterized by the octagonal chamber, with stone chhajjas on the roof and guldastas on the corners.The Lodi dynasty in India arose in 14th century and Lodhi Empire was established by the Ghizlai tribe of the Afghans. They formed the last phase of the Delhi Sultanate.Some time back restoration work has happened for these monuments. In fact, these days two main projects are under progress at Lodhi Garden - One is a colorful initiative by some Artists to paint all dustbins at Lodhi Garden with some beautiful designs. The second one if restoration work happening near the mosque. The work of conservation Mohammed Shah's Tomb was started with the Mohammed Shah’s Tomb. At first, restoration of the inverted lotus on top of the dome was carried out.It's super awesome to roam around the green lawns of Lodhi Garden. Lot of folks from surrounding areas come here during morning & evenings. Many of the joggers can be seen on different trails of the Lodhi Garden. Mohammed Shah's Tomb is beautifully surrounded by trees from all the directions. During late evening, Mohammed Shah's Tomb is lit with external lighting. That's how it caught our attention long time back.Lot of kids come to Lodhi Garden with their friends to enjoy sports. Many times cricket & football lovers can be seen around different lawns of Lodhi garden. It was a weekday when I visited Lodhi Garden but still there were lot of folks in the garden at 5:30pm. Many of the families were there to walk around and have fun with their loved ones.To know more about the restoration process of Mohammed Shah's Tomb, click HEREMany folks come to Lodhi Garden to meditate or do some exercises. Overall environment at Lodhi Garden is quite different from other places in Delhi. I think it's more related to the green patches we have created in south Delhi. Likewise Nehru park is also another well maintained green area in south Delhi.Lodhi Garden is a good place for Delhites and tourists to escape from the hustle-bustle of the city. During afternoon some parts of the garden is full of by couples seeking solitude.Lodhi Garden is a favorite place for joggers, fitness enthusiasts and also morning/evening walkers. It is also a fine picnic spot in winters. Many of the families can be seen around Gol gumbad during evenings & weekends...As a photographer one can spend the day photographing birds, monuments, flora and fauna. The garden is home to several species of birds.

From UNESCO World Heritage Sites to buzzing bazaars, from soulful Sufi shrines to glittering malls, Delhi is a city that overwhelms, excites, and inspires all at once. Whether you’re in India for the first time or a seasoned explorer, Delhi deserves more than just a stopover — it demands time to soak in its layers.

Architectural Brilliance of Humayun’s Tomb 1. Persian & Mughal Influence Humayun’s Tomb is a perfect blend of Persian, Turkish, and Indian architecture. The design was heavily influenced by Persian gardens and domed structures, while incorporating Indian red sandstone and marble.

This ultimate guide will walk you through the main places to visit in Delhi, its art, crafts, culture, nightlife, local experiences, and its legendary food scene.

If you are visiting Delhi first time, then (like many others) don't plan a trip to Agra for seeing Taj Mahal. I strongly believe that if you only have a weekend of so, there is lot to see in Delhi (including mini Taj in red stone) and that's the best use of your time. Now let me come to the nest part - prioritization of places to see. Delhi has lot of heritage sites and beautiful architecture to explore. But if you only have a weekend, you can't explore everything. So in my opinion, the very first thing should be 3 World Heritage Sites in Delhi - Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb and Red Fort. Now this post doesn't finish here, because I intend to share you a full day plan to visit these places along with the places where you can have your food. Let's check out this post and I hope that it helps you plan your day trip in the capital city of India - Delhi.

Main Places to Visit in Delhi

Red Fort is one of the 3 World Heritage sites in Delhi and the other 2 important world heritage sites in capital city of India are - Qutub Minar & Humayun's Tomb. I remember my first visit to Delhi with my maternal grandfather. The first place he showed me in Delhi was Red Fort. There are multiple reasons why Red Fort is so special. It has very interesting historical stories associated and one of the most important national events takes place at Red Fort & country's Prime Minister addresses the nation from top of it through all media channels across of the country relaying it. I can imagine some India don't know about other important World Heritage sites in Delhi but there is very less probability of that happening in case of Red Fort.

1. Red Fort (Lal Qila)

The Red Fort is one of Delhi’s most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638, this massive fort made of red sandstone was once the seat of Mughal power. Inside, you’ll find palaces, gardens, and halls such as Diwan-i-Aam and Diwan-i-Khas. The evening light-and-sound show here brings the fort’s history alive.

Many of you may know that Jama Masjid is largest mosque of India (which is controversial and you will few details below) and situated in hustle bustle of Old Delhi. You may have seen those large Eid gathering photographs of Jama Masjid and those delicious street food shops of Chandi-Chowk or Chawri Bazar but may not really know some of the lesser known facts about this mosque which is very important for religious standpoint as well as heritage & architecture. On internet, there are also claims that Jama Masjid in Delhi is largest mosque in India, and at some places the largest mosque in India is Taj-ul-Masjid in Bhopal.

2. Jama Masjid

Just a short walk from the Red Fort, Jama Masjid is India’s largest mosque and an architectural marvel. Built by Shah Jahan, it can accommodate 25,000 worshippers at once. The view of Old Delhi from its minarets is breathtaking, offering a bird’s-eye view of the bustling chaos below.

Qutub Minar is one of the most popular heritage compounds in Delhi and quite popular destination amongst tourists visiting Delhi. It's also a good places for local folks to spend quality time with their family & friends. Many times photographers and heritage explorers can be seen around Qutub Minar campus. This Photo Journey shares some of the special photographs from Qutub Minar campus. Reaching Qutub Minar has become pretty easy now. One can take Metro to Qutub Minar. The Qutub Minar Metro station is not close to the compound, but there are autos which drop folks from Metro to Qutub Minar and charge 10 rs each. If you don’t want to share the auto, most of the folks use meters and that’s reliable. It will not cost more than 30 Rs.Other good to way explore these beautiful monuments in Delhi are HOHO buses run by Delhi Tourism department. You can buy a daily pass and hop on/off to/from these buses at defined stations, which are usually very well located around the most popular tourist destinations in Delhi.Booking a Taxi to go to Qutub Minar from Central Delhi, East Delhi or Noida might be a bad idea because of slow traffic movement. I had gone through such experience twice and now try to use Metro, if possible.After Red Fort, Qutub Minar is most visited monuments in Delhi and one should expect lot of people inside Qutub Minar compound, even on weekdays. Apart from the main minaret, there are various architectural structures in this compound having different stories associated. There are no guides around Qutub Minar now, but you can get an audio device on rent which will keep telling you about the place. Easy to use device and have good details about various spots in Qutub Minar campus.As you walk around this huge compound, you get to see spectacular beauty of the Qutub Minar from different angles. Above photograph shows one of the views of Qutub Minar through the other structures around.It's a wonderful place for photographers because of diversified opportunities to click architecture, people, landscapes and lot more. I have been part of various photo-walks here and every time it was different experience.Tourists from different parts of the world come to Qutub Minar to witness it's grandness and know about it's history. It's really strange that we don't care much to know our own history, but things have been changing for good. There are lot of social circles which inspire folks to visit such places and know more about our heritage. Mehrauli Archeological park is another interesting place around Qutub Minar. It's awesome to see these airplanes crossing through Qutub Minar. Although there is a huge different between the top most peak of Qutub and the flight, but such views look dramatic.Qutub is the 2nd tallest minar (73 metres) in India after Fateh Burj. Qutb Minar originally is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which is made of red sandstone and marble. The stairs of the tower has 379 steps, is 72.5 metres high, and has a base diameter of 14.3 metres, which narrows to 2.7 metres at the top. Construction was started in 1192 by Qutb-ud-din Aibakand was carried on by his successor, Iltutmish. Check out more about Qutub on Wikipedia His expressions explain it all about the height and grandness of Qutub Minar.

3. Qutub Minar

At 73 meters, Qutub Minar is the world’s tallest brick minaret and another UNESCO site. The Qutub Complex is dotted with Indo-Islamic monuments, including the famous Iron Pillar, which has not rusted in over 1,600 years.

Recently some of my friends had permissions to visit various monuments in Delhi to shoot Lunar Eclipse on 10th Dec, 2011. I also joined them, although all the hard-work for planning these photo-shoots, getting permissions and arranging appropriate equipments was done by other folks. All photographs shared here are not related to the project. These are some of the casual shots taken during eclipse hours on that evening...Here is one of the simple shot when eclipse just started This shot was taken around 6:35 pm on 10th Dec, 2011 !!! Usually Lunar Eclipse used to take place in January, when sky is mainly covered with clouds or fog. Since this time, it happened early, people got to see it clearly and there was huge buzz among various Photography communities.Here is one of the photograph of Humayun's tomb. It's taken with Zoon-in/Zoom-out during long-exposure. Since most of folks were busy on eclipse project and they had to spent 4 hrs at Humayun's tomb, I thought of roaming around and having some clicks of the place in this wonderful lighting, which is rare to capture. Above photograph is also a result of some of the experiments done at Humayun's Tomb, Delhi.Here are some water ponds in all four directions of Humayn's Tomb, but the one in front of entry gate is maintained well. Reflection of the main tomb was looking awesome in Eclipse hours, although above photograph failed to show the real magic... You can see the shining moon in the sky and lovely hues of sunset, when exposed this view for a long time.A similar photograph of Humayn Tomb, with some part of it being reflecting on adjoining water stream... Usually Humayun Tomb closes before Sunset, but if someone wants to have access for some specific purpose, permissions are required in advance.Relatively closer look at Lunar Eclipse through Humayun Tomb. Lunar Eclipse of 10th Dec 2011 can be seen in Photographs at http://www.examiner.com/photography-in-national/yesterday-s-total-lunar-eclipse-photos-1 as well !!!Light and colors were changing with every minute. In fact the change was very prominent for folks who were shooting moon close-ups with tele-photo lenses. After one stage, color of moon starts changing to red and again come back natural shade after few hours...Opposite side of Humayun Tomb, Delhi, INDIAThere are various photography techniques are explained on web and some of them are really technical. At the same time, some of them are really easy to get an idea about the concept and light variation trend during the eclipse hours. In my opinion, understanding the concept and applying your ideas is more important otherwise we always see similar shots on every lunar eclipse. Now many softwares even come with standard ways of capturing lunar eclipse and create single HDR or multi-exposure shots.Carrying Gorilla-pod helps in placing camera at low height, so that some of the other compositions can be tried... No doubt that sturdy and big tripods are important for such shoots but some desi fundas also work well :)Humayun Tomb is very well maintained by Archaeological Survey of India !!! ASI is is the organization to get special permissions to get entry into Humayun Tomb in odd hours. There is lot of green area around main tomb in this campus. And there is very special thing about Mughal Architecture that all four areas around a building are maintained in similar fashion. Alignments of landscapes, gardens and trees would be exactly same.During day time, entry fees for SAARC citizens is 10 Rs. SAARC includes Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Maldives and Afghanistan... BIMSTEC Countries like Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Myanmar also need to pay 10 Rs only. For others it's $5.This photograph would be give you a sense about it's shape and architecture. It has a square base and all four faces of Humayun Tomb look same. Theoretically it's a two storey building but height of one storey is unmatchable :) ... Whole building is made of red stone and Taj Mahal is exactly replica of this building, but in white marble...Light streaks touching ground after filtering through tree leaves around Humayun Tomb... Such photographs from early morning look stunning, as light is most favorable at that point of time of the day...Check following link on wiipedia to know more about Humayun Tomb - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tomb_of_Humayun . This page has rich information about architecture of Humayun Tomb and history related to it.Humayun Tomb is also in the list of World Heritage sites maintained by UNESCO. Check out http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/232 for more details.Every other site about Delhi has special mention of Humayun Tomb, so I would not repeat all those well known facts about the place. Delhicapital.com has also written about Humayun Tomb in a well structured way... Check it out......A photographer sitting in front of main Tomb in the campus to shoot Lunar Eclipse 2011 with Humayun Tomb in foreground. These folks were sitting at same place, fiddling with camera setting to get best possible multi-exposure shots. Some of them also work on HDRs and hope to see the results soon.Some of the standard techniques of shooting Lunar Eclipses are available here - it was lovely evening with enthusiastic Photographers at Humayun Tomb !!!

4. Humayun’s Tomb

A precursor to the Taj Mahal, Humayun’s Tomb is a fine example of Mughal architecture and Persian garden design. The charbagh layout makes it an oasis of calm amid Delhi’s chaos.

Beating Retreat Ceremony @ President's House, Delhi, INDIA : 29th January 2011 : Posted by VJ SHARMA on www.travellingcamera.com : Last week one of my friend asked me if I would be interested to witness the Beating Retreat ceremony on 29th Jan at President's House in Delhi. I was very happy to hear about another opportunity to click some photographs of one of the biggest ceremonies in India... She arranged the passes for the event and I went their with my camera although none of us were not sure if cameras are allowed or not. After reaching the place we asked one of the policeman if cameras are allowed or not... He said, everything like Mobile and cameras are allowed... At final security check we were refused to take cameras and one of us had to walk through 1 kilometer to keep the camera in car and come back... Here are few photographs we clicked after completion of the ceremony.. Check Out !!!I have visited India gate many times but this was first time when I saw the tricolors of Indian flag on top of India Gate... These were lights of three colors...Beating Retreat is official end of Republic Day festivities, which is conducted on the evening of 29th Jan; exactly after three days of Republic Day on 26th January... Ceremony is performed by the bands of the three wings of the military: the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force... Beating Retreat ceremony takes place in front of President's House in Delhi which is just in front of India Gate which you see on the photograph above... The venue is Raisina Hills and an adjacent square, Vijay Chowk, flanked by the north and south block of the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's Palace) towards the end of Rajpath...President of India is chief guest of Beating Retreat Ceremony... When we reached at the venue, first Dr. Manmohan Singh arrived in a black BMW surrounded by approximately 8 other cars of same type... Mr. Prime Minister met with wing chiefs of military and stud there for waiting the chief guest.. After few minutes Mr. Vice President reached at the venue and finally a grand arrival of President of India....Here is a photograph of President's house in Delhi with amazing lighting !!! On arrival of current President of India, the commander asks the unit to give the National Salute, which is followed by the playing of the Indian National Anthem, by the Massed Bands, and at the same time by the unfurling of the Flag of India on the flagpole.... Beating Retreat ceremony was started in the early 1950s when Major Roberts of the Indian Army developed the ceremony of display by the massed bands in which Military Bands, Pipes and Drums Bands, Buglers and Trumpeters from various Army Regiments besides bands Navy and Air Force take part...Check out http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beating_Retreat to know more about Beating Retreat Ceremony !!!

5. India Gate and Rajpath

India Gate, a 42-meter-high war memorial, is a central landmark in New Delhi. The surrounding Rajpath area with Rashtrapati Bhavan and Parliament House is best experienced in the evening.

A good place to visit in Delhi : Lotus Temple @ Nehru Place, Delhi, INDIA: Here are some some miscellaneous shots of Lotus Temple. The construction of the temple is similar to that of the Opera House in Sydney. The temple always looks mesmerizing. However, different light conditions have different effect on the way the temple appears.: Posted by Ripple (VJ) on PHOTO JOURNEY @ www.travellingcamera.com : ripple, Vijay Kumar Sharma, ripple4photography, Frozen Moments, photographs, Photography, ripple (VJ), VJ, Ripple (VJ) Photography, Capture Present for Future, Freeze Present for Future, ripple (VJ) Photographs , VJ Photographs, Ripple (VJ) Photography : Colorful lights on the lotus leaves at night @ LOTUS TEMPLE, Nehru Place, Delhi, INDIA

6. Lotus Temple

The Lotus Temple, shaped like a blooming lotus, is a Baháʼí House of Worship known for its serene atmosphere, meditation halls, and striking architecture.

Photography and shooting videos inside Metro is not allowed but one can click photographs of things outside Metro... Many times I see beautiful Akshardham Temple from Metro and since Cameras are not allowed inside, I thought of capturing it through Metro only ...A quick glance at Akshardham Temple from Metro train at Delhi, INDIA !!! Although these pics are shaky...Flyovers near Akshardham temples have made drive easy for people who come via cars... All thanks to Common Wealth Games. Although many corrupt people dumped our money at unknown places, but infrastructure has improved a lot !!!Anyway, speed of improving infrastructure is less than population of our country !!! So this photograph shows heavy jam on same flyovers which helped in reducing traffic during Common Wealth Games .... Same thing is with Metro train.. Initially everyone thought that it will reduce some traffic on roads, but now Metro is also overloaded as we see Delhi-Roads...Anyways Akshardham is a lovely place and good place to hang out with your family and friends... I always recommend light and music fountain show which happen during evenings.. It's amazing and should be seen once at least.... 

7. Akshardham Temple

A modern marvel, Akshardham Temple combines carvings, exhibitions, and gardens to showcase Indian spirituality. The musical fountain show is a must.

Last weekend 2 events happened for me - a good one and a bad one. Here I am sharing about the good one which happened on Saturday. I was excited to join this walk in Delhi, because some of the awesome photographer, blogger friends were also joining in. And it was a good opportunity to know about the famous eating places in Old Delhi.I will be sharing a different post about popular food options available in Old Delhi. Here I am trying to share some photographs clicked and details about the events happened during the walk. This walk was planned by Desi TravellerWe met in front of Sheeshgunj Gurudwara and walked towards Jain Temple first, which is just opposite to the Red Fort . Tarun breifed us about the Jain Temple, how Chandni Chow was built. When it was build, areas are allocated on the basis of caste system. That's why you see lot of temples in the beginning of Chandni Chowk. I wasn't aware of this fact. And when Chandni Chowk was build, various communities from various parts of the country were invited to live there.We walked through the streets of Chadni Chowk and also enjoyed some of the popular food offered in these streets. Most of the shops were closed till 10am, but food shops were open, so that's an appropriate time to be in Chandni Chowk. After 11am it gets very crowded.Chandi Chowk challenge a Photographer in you and that's when you realize how difficult street photography is. It's quite challenging to make images which are meaningful and express something about the place and it's people.It's a great experience to walk around these streets of Old Delhi and notice the action. It's very different from rest of the city and that's why it has it's own charm . These 2 men were awesome. They were calmly posing for few minutes. Otherwise I have seen people around these street who get irritated with cameramen. Because thousands of cameras click these street everyday, I am sure all the experiences would not be pleasant for people around these streets of Old Delhi.You see unique things around these streets. Above is the town hall where people come and offer grains to pigeons. Everyone keep pouring the plates even when there is more than enough. There are 3 folks just outside the townhall who only sell these grains whole day.There are lot of temples in the streets of Chandni Chowk. Here is a beautiful scene when a lady comes out of the temple, offers prasad to these ladies and indulge in morning chit-chat.What a classic way of spending the mornings. There are lot of folks in Old Delhi who live in small rooms, houses and go out for work during the day. Most of the times the day starts for them with a cup of tea in streets and newspaper.Around these streets, you would find lot of different things. Folks cleaning ears on streets, dentists sitting around the streets and fixing up the problems and folks selling old coins from different centuries and from various countries on the globe.Chandni Chowk has much more than what anyone can explore in a day.

8. Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad)

Exploring Old Delhi is an experience like no other. Chandni Chowk is buzzing with spice shops, jewelry stores, and legendary street food. A rickshaw ride here is quintessentially Delhi.

In the heart of the capital, the Rashtrapati Bhavan Museum emerges as a living chronicle, preserving and presenting the multifaceted narrative of India's socio-political evolution.

9. Museums and Galleries

10. Day Trips from Delhi

Taj Mahal is one of the most visited tourist place in India and popular amongst local as well as international travelers. I have been to the Taj Mahal a few times and came back with mixed feelings, but some of the memories from Taj are still fresh because of certain exceptional experiences around this grand monument built in 1600s. We will get to know more about Taj Mahal in this post, along with details like how to reach Agra, along with other tips to make your experience most enjoyable by avoiding unnecessary hassles & by taking safety measures.

Dilli Haat - A happening place in Capital City of India (Delhi) : Also popular for handicrafts of various Indian States !!! : Posted by VJ SHARMA on www.travellingcamera.com : Dilli Haat is a nice place to hang out in Delhi... Its a place having various options of food and craft items. It's near to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences on Sri Aurobindo Marg, just opposite to INA Market on Sri Aurobindo Marg... There is another Dilli Haat at Netaji Subash Place which is near to Netaji Subash Place Metro Station. Dilli Haat has stalls representing each state of India which gives a complete variety of tastes available all over India. Check out some of the photographs from Dilli Haat near to INA Market !!! Lady moving towards a shop to buy some colorful bangles from Dilli Haat !!!Of course, this place is very popular among girls as there are lot of options for shopping... Be it colorful or glittering jewelery, ethnic dresses, some art-works to decorate houses etc.. This places has lot of options for shopping colorful stuff from various parts of India !!! An Art-piece made up of Bamboo roots !!!Dilli Haat is great place to have some creative art pieces which are developed in various parts of India !!! There are some specific shops which belongs to various states of India like Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Andhra Pradesh etc... Stuff like Madhubani Paintings, Kullu Shwals, Pashmina Shwals from Kashmir etc...There are also stalls of crafts from a variety of cultural traditions of India. Dilli Haat, full of delhites and tourists !!!Although I don't have any photograph of eating joints there but its a good place to find out nice eatables.. One of my friend took me to a shop which is popular for fruit beer and my person experience was not that good :) But it's worth trying !!!As of now there are two Dilli Haats in Delhi and there are plans to open few more... Unlike the traditional weekly market, the village Haat, Dilli Haat is permanent !!! Some shops are permanent but other sellers are rotated usually for fifteen days.It was raining during my recent visit to Dilli Haat which is near to INA market.. As you can see the shops in background have temporary roofs, so it becomes difficult to manage during rains... Although most of the part of these shops are well maintained but they need extra care during monsoons...Key-chains !!! These keychains are made up of leather 'juttis/jootis' :) My friend bought few of them for gifting them to his friends in Germany !! Lot of colorful stuff for home decoration @ Dilli Haat, Delhi, INDIA Lot of families also come to Dilli Haat during the weekend because children find this place good and they also have lot of options to buy something for their rooms or school !!!Small 'garvas' with coloful/glittering decorations @ Dilli HaatProducts offered may include rosewood and sandalwood carvings, embellished camel hide footwear, sophisticated fabric and drapery, gems, beads, brass-ware, metal crafts, and silk and wool fabrics. Shows promoting handicrafts and handlooms are held at the exhibition hall in the complex. There is a nominal entrance fee to shop at Dilli Haat.. If I remember correctly its 15 Rs and around 5 Rs for children...Girl buying cotton-candy just outside Dilli Haat @ INA, Delhi, INDIA

Art and Craft in Delhi

  • Handicrafts Bazaars: Dilli Haat brings together artisans from across India.

  • Textiles & Fabrics: From silk to block prints — Lajpat Nagar and Chandni Chowk are hotspots.

Above photograph is Dharavi’s Flowers by Alaniz and Federica. This artwork is by Alaniz and Federica, who decided to feature a young girl who lives in one of the world’s largest slums, Dharavi in Mumbai. There is a beautiful portrait painted with bunch of flowers and leaves in the bottom part of the wall. This wall is facing a main road with good amount of traffic. If you go to other side of the road and see this artwork again, you get different perspective. Just relook at very first photograph of this blogpost and you will know what I am talking about here.

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Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia is widely regarded as one of the greatest flutists in Indian classical music, celebrated for his mastery over the bansuri (bamboo flute). Born on July 1, 1938, in Allahabad, Chaurasia’s journey to musical greatness was far from conventional. His father, a wrestler, had hoped Hariprasad would follow in his footsteps, but fate had other plans. Despite early resistance, his dedication to music and his natural talent would eventually make him an international icon of Indian classical music, respected for his groundbreaking contributions to the world of Hindustani music.

Culture and Music

Delhi is India’s cultural heartbeat, where ancient traditions meet modern art.

Padma Shri Shovana Narayan is an iconic Kathak dancer whose contributions to Indian classical dance have earned her international acclaim. Born in 1950, she began her journey in dance at a young age and trained under the renowned Guru Birju Maharaj of the Lucknow Gharana. Known for her expressive storytelling and precision, Shovana blends tradition with innovative themes, often addressing contemporary social issues through her choreography.

Yesterday, after a long hiatus, TravellingCamera headed out to watch a play. This one was titled "Patte Khul Gaye", produced by Felicity Theatre Group, written and directed by Mr. Rakesh Bedi. It was a foggy winter morning, and we had plans to visit Wildlife photography exhibition by Mr. Akash Das, so we had to get out of the house early-ish. And believe me, it was quite an effort to get out of the quilts and head out on a Saturday morning, when we could as easily have slept the day off.

  • Theatre: NSD and Akshara Theatre host excellent plays.

Delhi's nightlife is a vibrant and eclectic mix of experiences, offering something for everyone, from sophisticated lounges to high-energy nightclubs. As the sun sets, areas like Connaught Place, Hauz Khas Village, and Aerocity come alive with an array of nightlife options. Trendy clubs such as Kitty Su, with its pulsating music and chic ambiance, and Privee, known for its lavish parties and celebrity DJ performances, attract a fashionable crowd ready to dance the night away. For a more laid-back evening, the numerous rooftop bars and pubs in places like Khan Market and Cyber Hub offer stunning city views paired with gourmet food and inventive cocktails. Jazz clubs, live music venues, and karaoke bars add to the diversity, ensuring there's always a new experience to be had. Whether you're looking to groove to the latest beats, enjoy a quiet drink with friends, or experience live performances, Delhi's nightlife scene promises an unforgettable evening for all.

Nightlife in Delhi

Delhi transforms after dark with pubs, live music, and soulful qawwalis.

  • Bars & Breweries: Hauz Khas Village, Connaught Place, Cyber Hub.

The Delhi jazz music lovers were once again treated with wonderful flavors of world class jazz last week at the second edition of the Delhi Jazz Festival, organized by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) in collaboration with Seher at the Nehru Park in New Delhi. Delhi Jazz Festival was celebrated for three days at Nehru Park, New Delhi, India. Let's check out this Photo Journey to feel the music in photographs...Nika Abashmadze on Drums from Georgia.Following three bands performed on first day of Delhi Jazz Festival 2012 :-Friday, March 16, 6.30 pm onwardWojtek Mazolewski Quintet (PolandHFT (IndiaLouiz Banks Matrixx (India)Right after a brief inauguration by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) president, Dr Karan Singh, the stage was open for Wojtek Mazolewski Qintet from Poland. The five piece band led by Wojtek Mazoewski, composer and bass player of the band, took off instantly with their lively music of casual yet nicely blended elements of punk rock and folkish concoction. Their sax and trumpet runs were truly something new for Delhi audience. They also performed their album titled number 'Smells like Tape Spirit' which has been making quite a wave at the Polish radio charts.On very first day of Delhi Jazz Festival, second band on stage was India's HFT, with the Great Society famed greats - guitarist Arjun Sen and bass player Lew Hilt, along with Suchet Malhotra (drumcussion) completing the lineup. Their music was a soothing fusion of experimentation with the percussion, using rainsticks, flutter-tonguing and guitar chord progression melody. Lew Hilt's bass lines inspired numbers were also well received by the audience. Their last piece, 'No Room to Move', from their album Acquired Senses, inspired by the Delhi traffic scene, was a bit 'noisy' with heavy bass lines and guitar overdrives.Dini on right with David Masteranov on guitar and Levan Deisadz on the Bass...From Georgia....The highlight of the day's event was that of the Louiz Banks Matrixx, led by jazz virtuoso Louiz Banks, where the father-son duo (Louiz (keyboard) and Gino Banks(drums) along with bass player Sheldon D'Silva and saxophonist Tara left the crowd spell bound and asking for more. Louiz's rippling moves on the keys and Tara's searing and rich tone of the sax was simply mesmerizing. When asked how he found the experience of performing in Delhi in this festival, Louiz said, ' It was just amazing. I hope the crowd just grows and grows from strength to strength and be aware of the beautiful music such as jazz.'Second Day was the one we witnessed and noticed really an unexpected side of Delhi. We shall come back to this, but let's have a look overall schedule of the day first :- Saturday, March 17, 6.30 pm onwardsDini Virsaladze Quartet (Georgia)Moonarra (India)Eol Trio (France)Apart from above mentioned bands from Georgia, India and France, there are another performance during beginning of the evening. It was by a Delhi Band called 'Sold Out'. This band has performed at various university/college level festivals and mainly popular in Delhi University. Above Photograph shows the band Sold Out from Delhi !Dinara (Dini) Virsaladze, a famous Georgian pianist, born in Tbilisi (Republic of Georgia), studied piano at Tbilisi Music School for Gifted Children and graduated from Tbilisi State Conservatoire. The lady in first photograph of this PHOTO JOURNEY is Dini. She was performing with her quartet comprising David Masteranov on guitars, Levan Deisadz on the Bass and Nika Abashmadze on Drums.Moonarra - Prakash Sontakke has a rich Hindustani music background, Karthik Mani comes from a strong Carnatic music tradition, Jagadeesh M.R and Madhuri pop, rock, jazz and Indian classical influences and Wilson Kenneth from playing bas with funk and rock classical bands... The idea of Moonarra started taking shape when they discovered that their musical expressions could blend or 'fuse' creating an entirely new sound. They believed that as they journey along, their collaboration with great artists and musicians across the globe will only make them richer, stronger and the songs more meaningfulEol Trio is made of Denis Girard (pianist and Keyboard), Laurent David (playing the Bass Guitar) and Xavier Girard on Drums. One may define their music as progressive jazz rock. This band isn't quite from the planet Earth. Far from the usual cliches and trends, the band seeks to create a new world of music and harmony. They were from France ...David Masteranov on guitar and Levan Deisadz on the Bass...From Georgia !!!Here is overall schedule from third day of Delhi Jazz Festival !!!Sunday, March 18, 6.30 pm onwardThe Bica-Daerr-Stick Trio (GermanyMagos Herrara (Mexico)Elkano Browning Cream (Spain)Personally I don't follow Jazz, but I had an expectation that I may start liking it after these live performances. But that didn't happen for me. I was more impressed by the crowd at Nehru park which was unending... I left the place at around 8pm and folks were still joining in... Road around Nehru Park was surrounded by cars all around. Even both sides of the road had suddenly become parking areas with lot of police personnel all around the place. It was really amazing to see the craziness of people for Jazz. It was completely a different environment altogether.Hope to spend more time in Delhi Jazz Festival 2013 and bring more musical colors here !!!

Tea, cold-drinks, chips and some light snacks are offered by small vendors inside the garden. It's good to see dustbins installed at reachable places, which are quite helpful in keeping the place clean. Many families come to Lodhi Garden to celebrate weekend with their kids & family members. It's always really nice to see a different type of environment in the lawns of Lodhi Garden.

Local Life in Delhi

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Here are some of the top picks at Sorrento: Burrata con pomodoro e basilico: This dish features creamy burrata cheese served with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of olive oil. It's a simple yet delicious appetizer that highlights the quality of the ingredients. Gnocchi alla Sorrentina: This classic Italian dish consists of soft potato gnocchi in a rich tomato sauce, topped with mozzarella cheese and baked until golden and bubbly. It's a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a chilly evening. Costolette d'agnello: If you're a fan of lamb, then this dish is a must-try. It features succulent lamb chops grilled to perfection and served with a side of roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes. Tiramisu: No Italian meal is complete without a dessert, and Sorrento's tiramisu is one of the best in town. Made with layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder, this classic dessert is rich, creamy, and utterly indulgent. Pizza: Sorrento offers a range of delicious pizzas, from the classic Margherita to more adventurous toppings like prosciutto and arugula. The pizzas are made in a wood-firedoven, which gives them a crispy, charred crust and a smoky flavor that is hard to resist.

Food in Delhi

Delhi is the food capital of India — from Mughlai in Old Delhi to fusion cafés in South Delhi.

Old Delhi has it's own charm and that's why lot of travelers don't miss to explore this part of Delhi. Apart from it's heritage and old world charm, Old Delhi also offers great options for foodies. There are plenty of food businesses in Old Delhi which are flourishing for centuries (yes, you read it right - centuries)Natraj Dahi Bhalle - This is one of the popular corner shop in Chandni Chowk, where you can enjoy Dahi Bhalle and they also serve Aaloo Tikki. Frankly speaking, I am not a huge fan of 'popular' places of delhi, which are usually defined by number of people waiting outside. I have eaten Dahi Bhalle at Nataraj many times, but I could never find it very impressive. At the same time, it was not bad at all. Balle served are very soft, but don't we find soft bhalle at other places? Famous Jalebi - As we move from Jain Temple towards Fatehpuri Masjid, this Jalebi shop comes on the left. It's a small corner shop which mainly serves Jalebis made in desi ghee and samosas. From the shape and thickness, these didn't seem interesting to me. But when I tried, I found them quite tasty. I always thought that only thin Jalebis can be interesting, but these were really good. 500 Rs per kg and usually served in small plates. 50gm or 100gm.Nagodi at Kedarnath Premchand Halwai - Nagodi is a smaller form of puri and crisp like golgappas. It's served with Aaloo ki Sabzi and Halwa. It's a brilliant breakfast. A plate of 4 Nagodis, Sabzi and Halwa costs 25 rs. Lot of folks come here in morning and get it packed for breakfast, especially during weekends. Check out the photograph below to know how Nagodis are eaten. I loved Nagodis.Poori at Chaina ram - After Nagodis it makes sense to talk about Poori, one of the most preferred breakfast food in North India. Chaina Ram's poori are very popular. Famous Rabri Faluda - When you take right from Fatehpuri Masjid and walk 100 meters, you reach Giani's on the left. There is a counter of rich Rabri and Faluda. These glasses look awesome with white layer of faluda topped with rich Rabri, a spoon of sugar and ice. My first impression after taking one spoon inside my mouth - 'why is it so special?'. It was too sweet for me. After taking few more spoons I realized that it was mixed well and hence spoiled my taste. So I spent 80 rs and didn't enjoy it :). If you are in a group, please do order one because it's heavy. If you like it and want more, order another one.Seekh Kebab's at Karims - Seekh Kebabs of Karims are most popular amongst other non-veg food items served at Karims. Karim's is near Jama Masjid. There can be some waiting but these soft Seekh Kebab's are worth the wait. And if you like non-veg, there are plenty of options at Karim's. I didn't find it properly maintained, so I don't prefer eating there. I wish they focus more on cleanness around the place.Milk Cake by Hemchand Ladli Prashad - So far I have just heard about Milk Cake by Hemchand and yet to try it. Most of the photographs of this Milk cake on web look delicious. I will update the post when I taste it :)I am yet to try Motichoor ladoo of Tewari sweets , Ghantewala Sweet Shop , Ved Prakash Lemon wale, Jung Bahadur Kachori wale, Ashok & Ashok meat dhaba, Kuremal Mohan Kulfi Vale, Dogra snacks for ram ladoo, Amritsari Lassi Corner, Gole Hatti, Kake da dhaba, Khemchand Adesh Kumar's Daulat ki Chat, Lotan Chole wala, Shiv Mishthan Bhandar and Hazari Lal Jain Khurchan wale.Al Jawahar - is a great place in Matia Mahal if you like biryanis. This is probably one of the best places to have Biryani and Korma in Delhi. This whole street has multiple options for non-veg lovers, but Al Jawahar is class apart. Haji Tea Point- It's in Bazaar Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid, New Delhi. Poori bhaji, Halwa and patti wala doodh (tea without water) are some of the popular things to be tasted at Haji Tea Point.Paranthe wali Gali - 11 years back when I came to Delhi, I visited Paranthe Wali Gali and it was a very disappointing experience. These are not Paranthas of current time. Probably that's how Paranthas were made centuries back, but they are nowhere close to what we eat at home or anywhere else. These are deep fried and I didn't find them delicious. But people who like these Paranthas, recommended Pandit Gaya Prasad shop which is serving Paranthas since 1872. Take a round of the gali, even if you don't plan to try these. There are some small shops in this street which serve nice Khurchan and Milk Cake.Mohammad Nadim’s bread-omelet stand - It's near Jawahar Hotel, Bazar Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid, New Delhi. And quite popular in this part of Old Delhi.Kada prasad at Sheeshjang gurudwara - How can we miss this wonderful thing while in Chandni Chowk.These were some of the prepared food items from Old Delhi, but you may also get surprised by some of the options available on streets of Old Delhi. I got to know about the fruit called 'Khirni' in Chandni Chowk.Now it's time for quick quiz. Do you know the name of fruit in photograph below? Let us know through comments.

Delhi, the vibrant capital of India, is a gastronomic paradise that offers an eclectic mix of culinary delights reflecting its rich cultural heritage. From the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk, where you can savor iconic street foods like chole bhature, golgappas, and parathas, to the upscale restaurants in Connaught Place and Hauz Khas serving gourmet international cuisines, Delhi caters to every palate. The city is renowned for its Mughlai cuisine, with fragrant biryanis, succulent kebabs, and creamy butter chicken reigning supreme in many eateries. Additionally, Delhi's diverse food scene includes robust Punjabi flavors, delicate South Indian dishes, and delectable sweets like jalebi and rasgulla. Whether you're a street food aficionado or a fine dining enthusiast, Delhi's culinary landscape promises an unforgettable feast.
Back in 1962, when momo was not as universally popular in Nepal as it is today, Narayan Dai started serving this humble delicacy in Masangalli, a busy neighborhood in the heart of Kathmandu. His vision was simple: to make affordable, tasty, and filling food for everyday people. Over the decades, what began as a modest eatery grew into a household name. Students, office workers, travelers, and even celebrities have flocked here, making it more than just a food joint – it’s an institution of Kathmandu’s street food culture.

  • Regional Flavors: Tibetan momos at Majnu ka Tilla, South Indian dosas at INA, Kashmiri wazwan at CR Park.

In the heart of Himachal Pradesh lies a culinary treasure waiting to be discovered – the famous Luchi of Mandi Town. Amidst the majestic mountains and lush greenery, Mandi offers not only breathtaking landscapes but also a rich gastronomic heritage. Among its culinary delights, Luchi holds a special place, drawing food enthusiasts and travelers alike to savor its delectable taste. Let's embark on a flavorful journey to explore the charm of Luchi served in various shops across Mandi Town.

  • Everyday Staples: Chole Bhature, butter chicken, rajma chawal, chaats.

After a delicious meal at Kutty's, we headed back and after a few meters we saw Kerala House on our left. We took a small stop at the canteen which is located on other road which is on backside of the Kerala House. We got some stuff packed for dinner/breakfast. Post Pandemic, it was first time we left home to go to these places where we used to go frequently. So an evening very well spent after a long time.

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These days a friend is visiting us in Delhi and this weekend we planned to take her on Delhi Tour. After spending time around India Habitat Centre for a Photography show, Lodhi Garden and few other places we planned to conclude day with Light & Sound show at Old fort. I had heard a lot about this show but never came to see it during night at Purana Quila. 2 shows happen every night - one in Hindi and other in English.Hindi show starts at 7:00pm and English show starts at 8:30pm (during october month). The timings are different during different months, so it's recommended to check out ITDC website for right timings of these shows.For English show entry starts 15 minutes before the show and show starts almost on time. A brilliant sound start telling story of Delhi which is perfectly in sync with the visuals shown on the old fort. All these photographs show different visuals flashed on the falls of Old Fort in Delhi.Story starts from Prithviraj Chauhan and concluded on Delhi Metro. This show tells the stories of different kings of Delhi, how things changed. Whole story is told in very interesting way and you don't realize when 1 hr has passed.Ticket costs 100 Rs per person and it's 50 Rs for senior citizen, kids & students. If you are going in car, there is enough parking space at the gate, unless there are lot of people. If you want to use Delhi Metro for commute - take metro to Pragati Maidan and then auto would charge 40/50 Rs. Lot of buses also come this side from Pragati Maidan Metro station.Before the show, we had 1 hr for dinner. Initially we thought of visiting Matka pir for Biyani but we weren't sure if Biryani will be available at 7pm. Since we didn't want to visit places like Khan Market or Pandara road, we chose to go to Bengali Market. Had a quick and pocket-friendly dinner and came back.October is probably the best time to visit for this show. Weather was awesome. Otherwise, either it would be too hot or cold. The whole campus is quite green now and very well maintained.Since seating arrangements are in open, so there can be mosquitos. So it's advisable to wear appropriate cloths or carry mosquito repellant spray with you. Like Bollywood movies, there are 2 songs in the show. I loved them and sung along :).Purana Quila (Old Fort)Apart from this Light & Sound show, lot of other events are hosted by Old Fort. One of the popular one is South Asia Music festivalIn general, quality of the show is quite good. Good use of technology and best curation makes this show special. Voice over of the show is amazing. This time, we saw English show and hope to visit again for Hindi version.This show is written and directed by Himanshu Sabarwal.

Practical Travel Tips for Delhi

  • Best Time: October–March.

  • Getting Around: Delhi Metro is clean, safe, efficient.

  • Stay: Heritage hotels in Hauz Khas, boutique stays in Shahpur Jat, or luxury in Aerocity.

  • Safety: Be cautious in crowded areas, avoid late-night isolated zones.

Why Visit Delhi?

Delhi is not just a city — it’s an experience. Every lane, monument, and market tells a story, whether of Mughal emperors, colonial rulers, or modern dreamers.

Long time back when started searching about Change of Guards, goolge was suggesting London or Buckinghom Palce. On searching more I got the confirmation that Change of Guards at Indian President's house is open for public on Sturdays. For a long time, the visit remained in plans till I saw the blog by Ruby Singh. So this saturday we planned to visit President's house to witness Change of Guards in morning. Since the ceremony starts at 8am sharp one needs to plan the day early. All of us were up by 5:30 and started from Noida at 6:30am. It hardly took 30 minutes to reach Rashtrapati House in morning and that gave us enough time to figure out the entry gate and car parking. We followed the road which connects India Gate to President's house. And when we reached at the entry, police directed us to Dalhousie Road and asked to enter from Gate number 37. When I talked to them, it seemed that no one at entry was very sure. They were sure of one thing that some shooting is happening so entry through gate number 2 is not possible. Anyways we headed to Gate number 37. The security man at Gate number 37 was not sure if entry would happen through this gate. So we requested to confirm so that we head towards the right entry gate. There were 5 more cars following us :). He had few calls and confirmed that entry would happen through gate number 37 and car parking is also available inside. That was a great news because finding parking in this region would be a task (because of security reasons). As we parked our car, Vibha and I were thinking about the security. No one checked our car and we were already in President's house premises. While we were discussing this, we saw these jawans going towards the ceremony ground. It was a good indication that we should walk fast as it was 7:50 already. We reached the ceremony and almost all chairs were empty. I headed to the first row and a jawan asked me to move to second row. He mentioned that first row is reserved, while there is no such thing. This is first time I experienced an Armyman cheating in front of me. Anyways, it was not a big deal so I simply moved to second row. By now, only Army band was available at the ceremony ground. And a man was describing about the whole process on loudspeaker. And then Change of Guard Ceremony started. The Army band started playing 'Saare Jahan se Achha' and these Jawans entered the ceremony ground on their magnificent horses. At the beginning of the ceremony who see so much disciplined action and feel energetic. There must be a reason why Army ensures that every Jawan is highly disciplined and energetic. Looking at their each action you feel proud. These horses are amazingly trained. All of them take position and ensure that each one is in row. While standing they hardly do any movement. A few times, you can see some movement around their neck but their legs remain at same position all the time. When we walk, each of them are in sync. I have also seen Beating the Retreat ceremony and was super impressed with camels trained for that ceremony. Guards already on duty came to foreground of Rashtrapati Bhawan and took their place. Soon after the new set of guards joined them on ground and the formalities started. All of them were walking with full energy and enthusiasm. Please note the dirt around their feet. All of them were in sync and accurate. New guards are inspected. It's hard for me to describe each and every ceremony on ground and that's the reason that you should visit Rashtrapati Bhawan on any Saturday to witness the action yourself. I was super happy to see a Photographer and Videographer who were covering the ceremony. I have never seen Army Photographer earlier and wondering what's the eligibility to become a Photographer with Indian Army :). The ceremony concluded with some interesting actions by horses. Do check out the video for full action and I found it very interesting. Some quick details - Time of Change of Guards - 8 am sharp When should one reach - By 7:30am (Reason behind this time is explained above) Nearest Metro Station to Indian President's House - Central Secretariat Car Parking around President's House - If entering from Gate-37, parking is available inside. If entering from main gate (Gate no 2, you need to park near water fountains - As per traffic police, it's allowed in morning although I was not very sure ) . Otherwise you can on the road connecting President's House with India Gate. Entry Ticket for Change of Guards - No ticket or special permission needed Documents to carry - Any valid identity proof in original form. Mom and dad moving back towards the car after witnessing Change of Guard. Selfidow or something else. Some creative suggesstions are welcome. These carved elephants caught my attention and thought of taking a quick shot. The President House has very beautiful carvings all around. While we were heading towards the car parking we noticed these folks taking some rest in shade. This was the troop, which gave charge to the new team. This is how Delhi roads look on weekend morning :) How here is a quiz for you - Which of these photographs are clicked with DSLR and Mobile Camera? Do answer through comment below (And you have to judge through visuals only). The one who answers correctly would get something interesting from Travellingcamera.com Team !!!

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