Top 5 Places To Visit In Old Delhi - Explore Architectural Gems and Street Food Delights

The Old City Delhi is popularly loved for its street food and architectural monuments. In this article, we will explore its eminent gems that you can't resist visiting. 

Old Delhi (also known as Purani Dilli) is enriched with its glorious legacy closely associated with the Mughals. It was earlier christened as 'Shahjahanabad' and built by Shah Jahan.

Old Delhi is one of the most fascinating and captivating tourist places that lies in the heart of every Delhiite. Every day, this enthralling old city is visited by thousands of tourists. 

1. Jama Masjid 

An incredibly impressive work of the Mughals, Jama Masjid stands as the second largest mosque in the Indian Subcontinent. It reflects the country's vibrant diversity and rich culture and heritage. It has an astounding capacity to accommodate 25,000 people at once. 

Being one of the most important monuments, it has also been a historical figure for centuries and is still prevalent and deeply ingrained in the chaotic city of Purani Dilli. 

2. Chandni Chowk

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Looking for budget-friendly wedding shopping? Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk is literally every Delhiite's go-to place for wedding shopping and street food. It is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi, also known as Moonlight Square in English.

The market is lined with narrow streets, accompanied by rich street delicacies, street vendors, and innumerable wedding shopping spots. The endless lanes of the Chowk and the tumultuous diverse crowd are what make the place chaotic yet fascinating. 

3. Red Fort

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Yet another historically significant figure situated in Old Delhi, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Red Fort (Lal Qila) is one of the most beautiful and largest forts of Delhi, made of red stones and marble.

The famous light and sound event is something you must try out while visiting. The incredible Mughal architecture has left a deep imprint on Delhi's architectural monuments, making the fort worth visiting. 

4. Ghalib ki Haveli

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If you are an Urdu poetry enthusiast, especially a Ghalib lover, the recently renovated Ghalib ki Haveli, situated in Old Delhi, will possibly be your next favourite place to explore. It is a 5-6 minute walk from Chandni Chowk.

The Haveli is known for its inclination towards literature and works produced by Ghalib. It's a hidden and underrated trove made for Urdu poets and writers. Ghalib's presence has indeed come alive in this home of the finest Urdu poetry.

5. Digambar Jain Lal Temple

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This famous Jain Temple has extravagant ancient carvings with a touch of Mughal architecture. It is one of the oldest Jain temples situated on the outskirts of Old Delhi and provides a glimpse of the diversity and rich heritage of India, enlightening us about Jain traditions. 

Summing up, the spellbinding architecture, renowned history, and the wafting aroma of street food are what make Old Delhi a favourite go-to place for every Delhiite. 

Written by- Surya V S