1. Chandni Chowk
Chandni Chowk is one of the oldest parts of Delhi. Famous for its food, narrow lanes, the markets and the Mughal heritage.
Your trip to Delhi is incomplete if you don’t visit the iconic Chandni Chowk. If you are a foodie, if you are a shopping enthusiast, if you like history, if you want to experience India then YOU HAVE TO visit Chandni Chowk. There are too many famous restaurants in Chandni Chowk to count but some of them stand above the crowd. Head to the “Parathe wali gali” and enjoy the famous parathas. If you love the non-vegetarian food, visit Karim’s for the exquisite experience of the Mughlai food. If you have sweet tooth-head to “Kuremal Kulfi” and feast yourself with fruit flavored Kulfis, do check out “Old Famous Jalebi Wala” to grab a bite of “Jalebis” with “Rabri” (Milk based sweet-dish). If you are a shopaholic the Chandni Chowk has got you covered, with dedicated markets of nearly everything from toys to watches to clothes to fashion accessories to traditional Indian clothes. The narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk will make you nostalgic, remind you of a colorful era which no longer exists. If you are a foreigner then brace yourself for the always bustling crowd of Chandni Chowk-I can bet that it is the MOST crowded place even by Indian Standards. It’s a paradise for photographers- the picturesque life of people, the evocative scenery of sunset and the sunrise and you can also witness the famous sport of “Kabootarbaazi”. You can also visit Jama-Masjid and the Red fort as both are located nearby.
Akshardham Temple is a Hindu Temple. The sandstone and marvel engraved walls, the radiant design makes is one of the most beautiful temples in India.
The thing that makes this temple so unique is the fact that it’s a fusion of ancient art and modern engineering. The entrance “Swagatam” of this temple is so beautifully crafted that you’ll instantly start to disconnect from the world and connect with the divine. This temple has a museum, a boat ride tour, water-fountain show and a shopping center. Make a wish at CHARNARVIND (HOLY FOOTPRINTS) before entering the main temple.
The main temple’s outer walls are engraved with Hindu mythological stories and beautiful elephant scriptures. The tickets for exhibitions include a trip to ancient India. You don’t believe it? It starts with Sahajanand Darshan or the Hall of Values, it’s a museum with ancient artifacts and their replicas. The second part includes a documentary on Neelkanth Darshan. The last part is a Cultural Boat ride also known as Sanskriti Darshan.
The words don’t even begin to describe the magical fountain shows. Its concept is so unique-it depicts a story from Kena Upanishad. the fountains with kaleidoscopic lasers and hologram type three dimensional animations makes is so blissful-it has to be experienced.