5 Amazing Experiences I Had this Year in Delhi

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So, this year, I visited Delhi after over a decade. While Delhi was just a 2-day stop-over of sorts before I embarked on my trip to Spiti, I got the opportunity to explore some of the city's hidden gems and quirky spots, along with some of its iconic spots. I made it a point to skip the monuments this year, as I am done and dusted with those.

Here's a round-up of the 5 best experiences I had in the city this year:

1) A Visit to the Iconic Khan Market and Faqir Chand & Sons

This iconic market and bookstore were on my wish-list for a long time, so I spent my first evening in Delhi exploring Khan Market. I also had a small chit-chat with the owner of Faqir Chand bookstore, Abhinav, and bought one of his recommendations, Twilight in Delhi by Ahmed Ali. I met a friend following my solo walk and visited a bustling cafe named Perch.

Photo of 5 Amazing Experiences I Had this Year in Delhi by Titli Ghosh
Photo of 5 Amazing Experiences I Had this Year in Delhi by Titli Ghosh
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Photo of 5 Amazing Experiences I Had this Year in Delhi by Titli Ghosh

2) A Walk around the Beautifully Decked Lodhi Art Colony

I was lucky to have convinced my friend to drive me around this quirky neighbourhood called Lodhi Art Colony, which has its buildings adorned with beautiful murals and graffiti.

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3) Chandni Chowk and its Food

How can one miss Chandni Chowk when in Delhi? I was lucky my hostel was close by, and I took a rickshaw one morning to visit this centuries-old food paradise.

Apart from rabri and sweets from Meghraj, I also had a sumptuous meal of chhole bature from Kake di Hatti. This was after getting lost in the maze of lanes covered in a mess of wires and similar-looking shops.

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4) Champa Gali and its Cafes

I also visited this quirky and cute place called Champa Gali, which houses some of the most beautiful cafes in the city. After a quick photo session in the area, I had a sumptuous lunch at Jugmug Thela.

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5) Shopping and Souvenir-Hunting at Janpath and Connaught Place

Finally, my last day in Delhi was reserved for shopping for knick-knacks at Janpath and Connaught Place.

I went souvenir-hunting at Janpath and also struck some good deals for clothes and accessories.

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