Dilli-Ek-Khwaab

 Dilli Ek Khwaab

 The capital city of incredible India, Delhi gives you an insight into the rest of the country with its edges brimming with a multitude of cultures from across the subcontinent. Anyone who has spent enough time in the city shares a love-hate relationship with it but there’s no denying that Delhi has too many charms to steal the show and those quirks make it one of the best cities in the world. Read on and take pride!

1. The Mark Of Centuries

 

The rich cultural history of Delhi is reflected in its majestic architecture. Over the decades, Delhi has been Indraprastha, Tughlaqabad, Shahjahanabad, Lutyens Delhi and so forth, and you can trace the city’s transformation all around. Delhi has no dearth of heritage sites, from the best of imperial British structures to archaic seminars, forts, baolis, mosques, and temples, the city is an explorer’s delight!

 

2. Travel At Ease

 

 

Two words - public transportation - and with that Delhi can show you around in countless ways. Moving around town is easy with an extensive, fully air-conditioned metro network and DTC bus service. Also, let’s not forget the Rapid Metro in Gurgaon and the convenient Airport Express along with the emblematic yellow and green autos whizzing on the streets that have become part of Delhi’s identity. Travel made easy, we say!

 

3.  Night Riders

 

The capital boasts of a happening nightlife, albeit restricted to a few locations such as CP, GK, HKV and the like. The city plays host to numerous clubs and lounges, which regularly hold events such as karaoke and DJ/Sufi/Jazz nights for those with a musical bent of mind. You’re likely to get stuck in a traffic jam in the wee hours of the night in Connaught Place - a testament to Delhi’s nightlife!

 

4. Coming Together To Explore Dilli

 

 

Different people from different regions live in the city, so the community amalgamation is at another level in the capital city. Delhi’s tour operators are ever ready to offer you an insight into Delhi through a unique view, be it Segway Tours or discovering Delhi on a cycle (Delhi By Cycle). Then there are those who simply share their hobbies and passions with others of their kind, such as various photography, theatre and art clubs because there is so much to do in the city!

 

5. Foodie Heaven

 

 

All food cravings rightly find their fill in town. From street food stalls to food trucks and top-notch eateries & cafes, we’ve got it all. As for cuisines, we have Chinjabi dishes, North Indian binge fare, desi burgers and chaat Mexican, Japanese, Thai and even Vietnamese fare to choose from. We even have localities dedicated to foodies like Hauz Khas Village, Chandni Chowk & more. There is so much that you can never have!

 

6. Confessions Of A Shopaholic

 

 

There are a plethora of markets in our city, no matter what your budget is! From flea markets and weekly markets to designer malls and boutiques, there are options aplenty. Right from fancy Khan Market to the long list of luxury malls to the affordable Chandni Chowk, Lajpat Nagar and Sarojini for bargain buys, you’ll be spoilt for choice! Tourists look forward to shopping in Delhi for obvious reasons.

 

 

Yes, we Delhiites can be rude, mean or arrogant at times, but the soul of this city is spotless. If you ask us for directions, we’ll happily guide you and if you need help, we’ll help you in any way possible. We may be loud but we save it for matters that require us to raise our voices. Comprised of fearless people, we Delhiites wear our hearts on our sleeves. No matter how hard the crust appears to be, Delhiites are the warmest and kindest people. Delhi is so dynamic and upbeat, it has so many facets and we have explored but a few. It's not just a city but a pulsating essence that rubs off and enlivens the souls of all those who get a chance to connect with it. We hope this list brings you a little closer to understanding the city the way we do. Yeh Dilli hai meri jaan!