Chandni Chowk. Delhiās oldest and busiest market is a delight for someone who knows the art of shopping. You want to buy a saree or a piece of crockery, you want to buy the authentic Indian spices or some exclusive dry fruits, Chandni Chowk has to be your go-to place if you are in town.
Only because Chandni Chowk has something to offer to everyone, it is a chaotic place. There are days when you may not even find place to walk on the bustling streets of Chandni Chowk. BUT, the charm that Chandni Chowk carries is like no other place.
This old market has retained its charm and historic value over the year. It was built in the 17th century by the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan, opposite Lal Quila and close to Fatehpuri Mosque. There is a rather interesting story scribbled in the history on how the place got its name. There was a pool at the centre of place, that reflected the moon. Hence, it was named as Chandni Chowk or Moonlight Square.
Chandni Chowk is a shoppers paradise in true sense. The narrow streets of Chandni Chowk have shops that are struggling for space. However, shopping at Chandni Chowk is different level of fun. The kind of variety you get there is unmatchable and that too, at the most reasonable prices. The market is divided into several narrow streets where one can get variety of clothes, jewellry, candles, perfumes, lifestyle items, et al.
One gets the greatest deals in the Chandni Chowk market because besides being one of the largest retail markets, it is a wholesale market as well. Traders from across the country flock here for sourcing various lifestyle related goods. If you are tired by the Chandni Chowk shopping spree, you have a lot of eateries waiting for you. Chandni Chowk is extremely famous for its street food, which is majorly Indian cuisine.
Delhi, the capital of India, is built on the banks of the River Yamuna and is a beautiful blend of a historical past and a vibrant present. Be it its culture, vibrant nightlife, bustling markets or tourist attractions, the city never fails to hypnotise people with its irresistible charm. Below described are the most sought-after tourist attractions in this great city. Humayun's Tomb is one of the best examples of Mughal architecture that still stand tall in the city. Surrounded by manicured gardens, it is a mausoleum, which was built to house the corpse of Humayun. Red Fort is another marvellous monument accredited to the Mughals. While here, you can admire the inlaid work on the marble and pietra dura in different sections. Another grand fortress, Purana Qila was built by Humayun and Sher Shah Suri, but claimed to be originally constructed by Yudhishthira. Sher Mandal and Qila-i-Kuhna Mosque are its two main highlights. Most New Delhi packages come with a visit to the magnificent India Gate. This imposing 42-metre-high stone arch was built to commemorate the sacrifice of soldiers during the First World War. You can pay tribute to the soldiers at the eternal flame, Amar Jawan Jyoti. Another site, which holds immense historical significance, is Qutb Minar. Built by Qutb ud din Aibak, this sandstone minaret is renowned for its Arabic calligraphy. Your trip to New Delhi would be incomplete without a visit to Rajghat, a memorial, where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Close to Rajghat are the memorials of other Indian leaders like Rajiv Gandhi, Indira Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri that are worth a visit.