Old Delhi
The old city of Delhi, also referred to as Shahjahanabad, is the historical center of the Indian capitals, and a place where every Mughal building, culture, cuisine, and tradition is still alive and present. This is a two days Old Delhi Heritage Walking Tour, where tourists will be able to relax and travel at a slow pace, on foot, and in close touch with the heart of the city. Small streets,10th -century havelis, crowded markets, magnificent mosques, ancient food stalls mingle to share tales of emperors, poets, businessmen, and day to day existence that has been still alive today. A stroll in Old Delhi gives you a chance to observe everything that you do not see when you drive through the city, such as the decorative details on the balconies, spice smells, wall calligraphy and the tempo of the local life. It is a leisurely, experiential, and history, culture, and photography dream tour. You can easily book your Old Delhi Heritage Walking Tour Packages through the website of Travel People India.
Tour Highlights
The tour starts in the morning around Jama Masjid which is one of the most emblematic monuments of Old Delhi. When describing the architectural beauty of the mosque, your guide provides the history of Shah Jahan and the establishment of Shahjahanabad. Having wandered around the courtyard and the neighbourhood, head into the centre of Chandni Chowk which was the lavish streets of the Mughal royalty. On your tour round the bustling streets, you will observe old fashioned stores stocking fabrics, jewelry, and perfumes. A quick ride in a rickshaw will further bring you into the market where you can enjoy the insanity and the beauty without getting exhausted. The walk then goes to the largest spice market in Asia, Khari Baoli, where the air is filled with spice fragrance from all over India. The region is made alive through tales of ancient trade routes and trading families. The day concludes with a facilitated tasting of the street food, exposing you to some of the most beloved flavors ever.
The second day deals with the Old Delhi that is not very obvious. The stroll starts in obscure streets where the old havelis are still in existence, most of them more than a century old. Stories of noble families, poets and merchants that once lived here are told you by your guide. Tour customary stores where calligraphy, kites, and traditional sweets are made, where you can gain an insight into artisanship that has been developing over time. The stroll is extended to old step-wells, temples and little mosques that capture the cultural diversity of Old Delhi. You will also see ordinary life--locals making food, shopkeepers opening shops and children playing along narrow streets. The tour is finished off with a light tea break in one of the old fashioned cafes where you can take some time to reflect on the experience and pose questions. By the second day, Old Delhi ceases to be a maze and turns into a neighborhood that one knows well and contains a bunch of stories.
