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Step Into Delhi's Rich Heritage At The 2024 Tourism Walk Festival

Explore delhi's rich historical, cultural, and architectural heritage with the delhi tourism walk festival 2024. booked your spot yet.

By: Esha Dasgupta Published: Feb 19, 2024 06:10 PM IST

Expanding its city walks repertoire, Delhi Tourism launched The Delhi Tourism Walk Festival 2024 on February 17, kicking off from the Mehrauli Archaeological Park. Running until March 31, 2024, the festival aims to provide a deeper understanding of the city’s rich historical, cultural, and architectural heritage, going beyond the usual tourist attractions .

Delhi Tourism Walk Festival: Sites, themes, and details

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The festival features a variety of themed walks, including a local food exploration in Old Delhi, a Sufi journey at Nizamuddin Dargah, and cultural strolls at Hauz Khas and Old Delhi. Historical walks through Lodhi Garden, Tughlaqabad, and Qutub Complex, as well as a museum exploration at Pradhanmantri Sangraha, are also on offer at the Delhi Tourism Walk Festival 2024. Haunted excursions at Malcha Mahal and Feroz Shah Kotla, village tours across Kumharon ki Basti, and religious walks in Old Delhi and Akshardham are included. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy walks across Baansera and Amrit Udyan.

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As part of the festival, Delhi Tourism is also offering a walk themed ‘Partition Diaries’ through Old Delhi and the National War Memorial. Connaught Place boasts its own theme with a modern and historical walk covering Baba Kharak Singh Marg and Agrasen ki Baoli. The ‘Purane Dilli ke Naye Log’ themed walk explores heritage temples , churches, and mosques across the city, while the ‘Delhi ka Dil Dekho’ walk leads participants to Kartavya Path from the National War Memorial.

The inaugural walk was led by Nikita Arora, co-founder and director of Darwesh Heritage Walks. Each walk costs INR 500 per person, with the next scheduled walk on February 22, 2024. Reservations can be made on the official Delhi Tourism Website, where visitors can also select their preferred theme . The Delhi Tourism Walk Festival will be led by licensed guides, scholars, historians, walk conductors, and storytellers, as part of the Delhi Government’s heritage walks series introduced in 2023.

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Esha Dasgupta

Esha is a traveller at heart, with a penchant for exploring the unchartered. She has previously worked with TravelTriangle and Internet Moguls. When not in work mode, she can be found downing endless cups of coffee while reading Enid Blyton/Sidney Sheldon.

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From Tawaifs to Ravish Kumar, This Edition Of The Delhi Heritage Walks Festival Has It All

Delhi might be the most polluted city in the world today, but people who are familiar with its history have an undying love for it that cannot be tainted. For they know that they can never get enough of the capital city and its historical neighbourhoods that are a window into how people live, talk, eat and play. And for such Dilliwallas , I recommend the Delhi Walks Festival, an initiative to rediscover the city by connecting people with over 200 Delhi heritage walks led by celebrated experts.

Organised by Delhi, I Love You , the walks have been broadly categorised into nature, heritage, food, alternative and experimental, art, culture and music, and architecture, design and photography, and will take place from November 17 to December 4.

There are also six walks, which will be led by six very special people, including William Dalrymple and Ravish Kumar. Tickets for those will only be available three days before the scheduled walks.

Here's my pick of 12 Delhi heritage walks from the festival.

Introduction To Moths Of Delhi, Sanjay Van

If moths have ever fascinated you, then see them in their natural habitat at Delhi's thickly-wooded Sanjay Van. Led by Dhruv Pal, an Education Officer at Asia’s oldest NGO working in the field of nature conservation, the walk includes an overnight moth appreciation station to encounter nocturnal moths.

When: November 25

Time: 7 to 9.30pm

Meeting point: Entry Gate of Sanjay Van, Near TB Hospital (Lado Sarai) on Aurobindo Marg

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Tawaifs Of Chawri Bazar – From Bordello To Brothel

Get to know the incredible stories of the courtesans of Delhi and identify the last remaining symbols of kothas in Chawri Bazar. The walk will be conducted by Gaurav, who has worked in art galleries and researched on historical personalities, and will seek to help you understand the history of the downfall of the tawaif culture in Delhi.

When: November 21 and 26

Time: 8 to 10am

Meeting point: Chawri Bazar metro station at gate no. 3

1911 British Delhi

Get familiar with the capital as it existed in 1912-31, and explore heritage sites associated with “Temporary Delhi” in and beyond Civil Lines. The walk will be led by Surekha Narain, a conservationist who leads over 30 heritage walk routes in Delhi. You will also visit a homestay connected with the British Raj, for some high tea.

When: November 20

Time: 3 to 7pm

Meeting point: Reception of the Maidens Hotel, Civil Lines

Garden To Table: Foraging In Lodhi Garden

Walk through the heart of Delhi, in Lodhi Garden, and learn about the wide variety of edible produce grown there. Then make your way to the nursery, where you can forage through the many vegetables and herbs. The second part of this walk will take you to the nearby Khan Market for a tasting of the produce you collect, put together by the chefs of Perch Wine and Coffee Bar .

When: November 19 and 20

Time: 10am to 1pm

Meeting point: Alliance Francaise Hub

Haveli Tour With Lazeez Mughlai Food

Revel at a food walk among the Delhi heritage walks in the walled city of Shahjahanabad and its many beautiful havelis . This tour aims to give you a feel of the Mughal heritage and enrich you with its history. Expect to eat treats such as Bade Miyan Ki Kheer, Aloo Chat, Chicken Soup, Seekh Kebabs, Rumali Roti, Shahi Tukda with Ice Cream, Fried and Roasted Chicken, Biryani, Roohafza Sharbat (milk shake), Jalebi, Faluda and Paan.

When: November 26 and 27

Time: 4.30pm to 7.30pm

Meeting point: Outside Chawri Bazar Metro Station (Exit Gate No.1) near Ajmere Gate

Art And Music

Kathputli colony – the street performer’s tales.

Various artists live in Kathputli Colony, situated at the Shadipur Depot area. Acrobats, puppeteers, jugglers, magicians and animal trainers form the largest community of street performers here. World-renowned madaari-magician Ishamuddin Khan takes you around to uncover the challenges and realities behind street performing in Delhi. The walk will end with a special magic performance on a roof top.

When: November 27 and December 4

Time: 9 to 11.30am

Meeting point: DTC Shadipur bus depot. Outside Shadipur metro station, gate no. 6

Graffiti With The Tughlaqs

There is much more to Hauz Khas Village than its exciting nightlife and varied cafes. This modern village is home to the remains of some 14th century monuments and a beautiful lake right at the centre of it all. This walk explores all that and the intricate graffiti that decorate the walls of this urban village.

When: November 23

Time: 4 to 5.30pm

Meeting point: Hauz Khas Village

Architecture And Photography

Kashmere gate, first war of independence.

Kashmere Gate was where the British first entered our capital city. This walk will take you to Kashmere Gate and other monuments close to it and help you learn about the modifications the British made to Mughal palaces.

When: November 19

Time: 9 to 11am

Meeting point: Kashmere Gate metro station

The Photographer's Guide To Architecture, Nature And Landscapes

Photoshop geek and traveller Abhishek takes you on a walk through the lush Lodhi Garden to guide you on how to take good pictures of its monuments. This lesson is meant to teach a few basics to beginners, including photography tools, exposure triangle, composition, photography rules, camera hacks, metering, focal points and how to review your photography.

Time: 7.30 to 9am

Meeting point: Lodhi Garden

Alternative And Experimental

Khirkee and you.

Discover Khirkee extension, the bustling modern quarter that lies near the historical ruins of Satpura complex. Walk at night and get a peek into how migrants from all parts of the world live together here in peace. There can be no better way to discover the hidden quarter.

When : November 25

Time : 6.30 to 8.30pm

Meeting point : Satpula Lake complex, Gate No. 1 (bang opposite Gate no. 2 of District Court Saket)

Twilight In Delhi - Of Djinns, Ghosts & Ancient Tales From Jungles Of Delhi

Explore Delhi's oldest forest areas, hear stories from the age of the Rajput kings of Delhi and relive the time when fakirs would perform rituals to control djinns and evil spirits. This experimental walk will be led by Ramit, co-founder of DelhiByFoot , and is not to be missed.

When : December 2

Time : 5 to 7pm

Meeting point : 1AQ, Ojas art gallery at the Qutub Minar roundabout

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Old Delhi Heritage Walk

We will be pleased to organize Heritage walk for Old Delhi on 7 July 2019 (Sunday). Please note most of the markets will be closed on Sunday.

Locations Covered: Main Street of Chandni Chowk, Dariba Kalan, Kinaari Bazaar, Town hall & Khari Baoli.

Time of the walk: 10 am to 11:30 am

Special price (for group of 10 guests): Rs. 5000 + taxes (currently 5%) for the Walk Leader.

Meeting Point: Chandni Chowk Metro Station Exit Gate no. 1.

Inclusions: Storytelling

Exclusions: Transport, Lunch or Dinner Any other expense as per actual.

Kindly find the guidelines for the tour below:

• For Walk around Old Delhi, please wear conservative clothes. Revealing clothes may seem disrespectful and hurt people's sentiments.
• Please do not carry valuables.
• Please wear a comfortable pair of walking shoes or flip-flops.
• Please Carry umbrella in case of rain.
• Keep yourself hydrated.
• In case if guests would like to taste something kindly carry some change.

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6 Fascinating Heritage Walks/Trails In Delhi You Can Experience To Get To Know The City Better

We can all agree that adulting is not suiting us, free souls, a lot. Conversations keep happening and ending and trying to narrow down a day and time that suits all of our friends is a monumental task. Especially after the pandemic, it feels like each one of us has gotten SO lazy that we barely wanna leave our houses! Well, that’s not how we’re gonna feed our wanderlust soul - for sure. So for the next time your friends disappoint you, we have curated a list of some wonderful heritage walks that happen in Delhi where you can TRULY explore the spirit of Delhi, regardless of who joins you!

1. Old Delhi Night Food Walk/ Old Delhi Breakfast Food Walk - Delhi Food Walks

Food is the one thing that we Delhi ke foodie NEVER stop bragging about, so it's only fair that we begin with a food walk. After all, a lot of us Delhi residents have never really gone out to experience Chandni Chowk for what it really is - foodie heaven. So make up your mind to taste legit the best dishes you’ve ever tasted - whether it's aloo poori, dahi bhalle or huge ass naans from the breakfast tour or juicy and succulent and flavourful kebabs from the night food walk. We don’t know about you, but we can already hear our tummies rumbling. So sign up right away!

Book Your Walk Here | https://www.delhifoodwalks.com/

2. Delhi’s Fourth City Jahanpanah - Delhi Walks

All the self-proclaimed Delhi explorers out there also would not have scoured these lesser-known monuments built by Jahanpanah. If you think you’ve seen all Delhi has to offer - Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Purana Qila and all, you’re gravely mistaken. Have you heard of the underrated and rather neglected Adilabad - a fort on the south of Tughlaqabad that’s mostly dilapidated, but still a beauty? This tour also includes Begumpur Mosque and Bijay Mandal. Delhi Walks also offers other interesting walks like The First City of Delhi, 1857 - The Ridge Trail, and other food & art walks. The best part about these walks is the hosts, or the ‘Monument Friends,’ ‘Heritage Heroes,’ or Kathakars, who will indulge you with stories and make you enlightened about Delhi’s rich culture!

Book Your Walk Here | https://delhiwalks.in/

3. The Shah Jahan Tour - Delhi By Cycle

If you wanna notch up the adventure even higher, how about adding a cycle to your endeavours? Avid cyclists know the joy of cycling, a task that feels so effortless! The Shah Jahan Tour is the classic recipe for an exhilarating glimpse into the life and times of the great Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan and the 1,500-acre expanse of his capital - Shahjahanabad. Even at the time of its construction in the 17th Century, Delhi was arguably, the most prosperous and beautiful city in the world, and this tour will give you a glimpse into that beautiful past. Are you up for it?

Book Your Walk Here | https://www.delhibycycle.com/

4. The Old Delhi Tour - Masterji Kee Haveli

Frying bhaturas, rolling paranthas, riding bullock carts, rickshaws - Masterji Kee Haveli tour curates the rawest experience of a day at Chandni Chowk. You don’t get to just see and hear about all that is there, but also feel and savour it in a way you couldn’t imagine. So get onboard this captivating journey and don’t forget to click some memorable pictures!

Book Your Walk Here | https://masterjikeehaveli.com/

5. Sanjay Colony Slum Tour/ Delhi Street Art Tour - Reality Tours & Travel

The tours by Reality Tours & Travel are unlike anything you would have seen or heard of before. In addition to the Delhi Sightseeing Tours, these guys also offer different Sanjay Colony Slum Tours. They give a unique peek into everyday life for many Delhiites while breaking down the negative stereotypes associated with slums. As an industrial centre with small-scale manufacturing, Sanjay Colony is a hive of activity with friendly locals, smiling children and twisting alleyways… In short, it’s an experience you would cherish forever. One of the tours also involves an authentic family lunch, plus they have special seasonal tours as well where you can experience beautiful festivals like Holi & Diwali from the eyes of the dwellers. Sounds so wholesome, doesn’t it?

Book Your Walk Here | https://realitytoursandtravel.com/delhi-tour/

6. The City Of Jinns: Heritage Walk At Kotla Firozshah - Delhi Karavan

This walk is every bit romantic as it seems - well, if the world of stories, jinns and history ignite strong emotions in you. Expertly narrated by the host Asaf Khan Dehlvi, you’ve gotta walk in prepared to be mesmerized by the stories of mysticism, legend and history. Built by Ferozeshah Tughluq in the year 1354, this is a place where belief is stronger than logic, and devotees write letters, stick coins on the walls, and offer sweets and milk to appease the unhappy spirits, Kotla Firozshah awakens our hunger for mystery and awe like no other. So walk through the ruins of a palace, a baoli, and dungeon cells, and remember it forever! If you wanna find out about this and all the other fascinating walks hosted by Delhi Karavan, keep an eagle’s eye check on their social media handles ‘cause that is where they update all upcoming walks. 

Skim Through Their Insta Feed | https://www.instagram.com/delhikaravan/

So, which walk are you going to be taking soon? 

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5 heritage walks in Delhi to sign up for right now

By Arundhati Ail

In the national capital, historical secrets unfold in every nook and corner. A crumbling haveli in Chandni Chowk holds tales of poets and storytellers, a narrow bylane has seen generations of silver merchants sell their precious wares, and amidst new neighbourhoods and bustling complexes, old tombs stand as silent keepers of history. If you’re in the capital and looking to explore, as a local or a tourist, an exciting festival is currently presenting ample opportunity to dig deep into Delhi’s many stories. The ongoing Delhi Tourism Walk Festival offers 50 heritage walks in the capital, until 31 March. If you don’t know how to pick from the many walks available to you, here’s something to get you started. We spoke to Anas Khan of tour company Unzip Delhi, who played a crucial role in curating the program with Delhi Tourism, for his pick of five unmissable heritage walks.

Malcha Mahal: hunting or haunted lodge?

“Malcha Mahal is a structure from the Tughlaq dynasty and was once a hunting lodge. In the 1970s, a person called Vilayat Begum settled there, claiming that she was from the royal family of Awadh. She lived there with her son and daughter, and all three of them soon committed suicide in the mahal. Later, it was found that they were never part of any royal family. Today, the site is considered haunted. We have pictures of this family that we show guests on the walk. The site is typically not open to visitors but is being opened specially for this festival. The place is opposite Rashtrapati Bhavan, and also offers a great sunset view.” When: 12 March; 4.30pm Starting point: Earth Station Conducted by: Anas Khan (Unzip Delhi)

Sham-e-Tughlaqabad

This sunset walk takes you through the history of the Tughlaqabad Fort , built in 1321, by Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq, the very first ruler of the Tughlaq dynasty. Tughlaq wanted to build a fort that would defend the Sultanate of Delhi, one that would be impenetrable. So he engaged labourers to build high walls, battlements and semi-circular bastions, from where enemies could be identified and attacked. The fort was part of the larger city, which also had a palace area for royalty to reside, as well as houses along one side. “This was the third city in what is now Delhi. Nizamuddin Auliya, the patron saint of Delhi, is said to have cursed the fort because Tughlaq prevented him from hiring labourers to construct a stepwell for him at the time that the fort was being constructed,” Khan explains. Tughlaq died abruptly when a pavilion built to honour him collapsed on him and his younger son in Bengal, before the construction of the fort was complete, and no one ever lived in the fort. When: The next walk is on 24 February; 4.15pm Starting point: Tughlaqabad Fort ticket window Conducted by: Swapna Liddle (Delhi-based historian, author, art curator and heritage conservator)

This walk will take you through Central Delhi, where peepal, jamun and tamarind trees line the broad avenues, their swaying leaves casting dancing shadows on the streets. “Delhi used to be a very arid region and today, it is among the greenest cities in the country. The walk will take place in one of the three protected ridges in the city, and will explore how people from different regions contributed to the capital’s natural beauty, from the Mughals to the East India Company.” When: 31 March; 7.45am Starting point: to be decided Conducted by: Atul Pandey (Tourist Information Officer, Delhi Tourism)

Mehrauli Archaeological Park

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“This was the inaugural walk for the festival. It explores Mehrauli Archaeological Park, which is located in a protected ridge and comprises several historical sites. Through the walk, we will try to connect sites within the park to historical events. The Rajon ki baoli, for instance, was created by Daulat Khan Lodhi–the person who invited Babur to India. The walk also includes the newly-renovated site of Kuli Khan’s tomb, the burial place of Ghyasuddin Balban—one of the most popular Sultans of the Delhi Sultanate in the late 13th and 14th centuries, and the tomb of Jamali Kamali, one of the sufi saints of Delhi.” When: 19 March; 10.30am Starting point: Qutub Minar entry gate Conducted by: Nitika Arora (cofounder of Darwesh Heritage Walks)

Zaike purani Dilli ke

“Mirza Ghalib had said “Dilli mein, subah halwai ki hoti hain aur shaam kebabi ki hoti hain” (In Delhi, the mornings belong to confectioners and the evenings belong to kebab sellers). Great vegetarian food in Delhi can mainly be found in the morning and non-vegetarian food is best found in the evening. Guests on this morning walk in Old Delhi will get to try pyaaz ki kachori, parathas, khurchan, fresh lassi and chole palak chawal. The evening walk around the same area is a barbecue and kebab trail, with everything from shami and seekh kebabs to fried fish, tikkas, nihari and more.” When: 9 March; 9am Starting point: Digambar Jain Lal Mandir Conducted by: Anas Khan (Unzip Delhi)

Dekho aapka CP

“Connaught Place is usually a central meeting point for everyone. It’s the spot where everyone meets to head somewhere else. CP was commissioned by Lutyens’ in 1929. We’ll walk around CP to discover its past and explore its present. We’ll show guests photos of CP from the early 20th century, and compare what it was to what it is—the routes, cars, shops and people. The walk will end at Agrasen ki Baoli.” When: 3 March; 8.45am Starting point: Agrasen ki baoli Conducted by: Dushyant Singh

All walks start at about Rs500; find the full heritage walk calendar here

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Delhi Tourism unveils a month-long heritage walk festival of the city

The capital city of India is a vibrant metropolis steeped in history and culture. As one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world, Delhi has been a witness to centuries of dynasties, empires and cultural evolution. From the ancient times of the Maurya and Gupta empires to the medieval period under the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal rule, Delhi has been a centre of power, culture, commerce and let's not forget romance especially a love for shopping, architecture and food. Today, the city stands as a testament to this rich heritage, with its numerous historical landmarks, culltural spots and culinary treasures. The city's architecture reflects its diverse history, with Mughal-era monuments like the Red Fort and Humayun's Tomb standing alongside colonial-era structures from the British Raj. To celebrate and educate the audience more about these diverse offerings with a blend of traditions, Delhi Tourism has introduced an enchanting festival.

The Delhi Tourism Walk Festival 2024 has begun, boasting a month-long celebration of the historical landmarks and stories that define the city's essence. Inaugurated by Delhi tourism minister Saurabh Bharadwaj at the Mehrauli Archaeological Park on February 17, the festival promises a deep dive into the city's rich history and vibrant culture. Around 50 historical sites will host guided tours for the general public, providing insights into the city's cultural heritage.

Conducted by licensed historians, storytellers, scholars and guides authorised by the Ministry of Tourism - these guided walks aim to offer an in-depth exploration of Delhi's diverse heritage and cultural significance. Some of the fascinating walks include tours of Malcha Mahal (Hunting Lodge), Mughlai Delehi (food walk), Kumharon-Ki-Basti (Pottery Village), Baansera (Delhi's First Bamboo Themed Park), Zaike Purani Dilli Ke (food walk), Dilli Ka Cinema and Dilli Ka Dil Dek- ho with National War Memorial & Kartavyapath.

Other highlights of the festival include Roshan-e-Dilli at the Qutub Minar Complex and Dekho Apna CP, which acquaints people with the history of the shopping district, as well as Partition Diaries at Purana Qila, showcasing the city's vibrant traditions and cultural diversity.

Tickets are priced at ₹500 per person, making the Delhi Tourism Walk Festival accessible to everyone who fancies architecture, Sufi music, local markets and street food.

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Delhi's first 'Haunted Heritage Walk' to kick off from Malcha Mahal on May 6

Delhi's first 'haunted heritage walk' starts from malcha mahal, built by sultan firoz shah tughlaq and located inside ridge forest. it was used as hunting lodge.

Delhi 's first 'Haunted Heritage Walk', organised by the city government's Tourism department, will start with a guided tour of Malcha Mahal on Saturday, officials said.

Located inside the Ridge forest near Chanakyapuri in the heart of the national capital, Malcha Mahal was built by Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq and used as a hunting lodge.

"We are organising the Delhi Tourism Haunted Heritage Walk at Malcha Mahal on May 6. This will be the first in a series of many. A lot of people have shown interest in this kind of walk," a Tourism department official said.

Among the other sites that the walk will cover include Bhooli Bhatiyari ka Mahal, Feroze Shah Kotla and the Tughlaqabad Fort.

The Tourism department is identifying "haunted" sites in the national capital to conduct heritage walks, an official had earlier said and added that Bhooli Bhatiyari ka Mahal, Feroze Shah Kotla and the Tughlaqabad Fort have a mysterious history that intrigue people.

A detailed plan on the "hidden and unexplored" historical places in the city is being prepared, he had added.

The official had said, "We are studying new places. Permissions are also being sought from the departments concerned."

According to another official, the Tourism department wants to promote the wonders of the city -- its heritage, art and craft, diverse cuisine and culture -- through these walks.

"Heritage walks create a positive impact on tourism, enhance the brand value of the city and project its culture. A unique way of experiencing the heritage of any area is to walk through the route with the help of a good interpreter," the official had said.

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