DELHI 6: The Famous Chandani Chowk, Red Fort, and Jama Masjid!!!

Chandani Chowk

If you are planning to see New Delhi, then trust me you can't ignore Chandani Chowk. Chandani Chowk is very famous place of Delhi. Chandani Chowk exist from the time of Mogul Empires. It has seen celebration in red fort, it has seen robbers from Persia, it has seen blood shed. The narrow pathways still have traces of Mogul architecture and give you feel of Old Delhi.

Ride of Rikshaw

Red Fort

Jama Masjid

Red Fort, New Delhi

Chandani Chowk

The various markets of Delhi are interesting for having their own distinctive ambience and flavor. In Old Delhi, the congested and most densely populated market of Chandni Chowk has survived for more than three centuries. Strewn richly with historical landmarks, this shopping area has shops, which are more than 100 years old. The narrow streets and by lanes offer a plethora of surprises and here, one can get some of the best bargains in India.

One of the narrow streets branching off from Chandani Chowk leads to 'Dariba Kalan'. It is known for its beautiful pearl, gold and silver jewelry. One can also buy natural perfumes or 'itra' here. Spices are the specialty of Khari Baoli, while Kinari Bazaar is the best place to look for 'zari' and 'zardozi' trimmings and tinsel. Retaining the old-age charm, these markets provide you the opportunity of witnessing skilled craftsmen at work, while manufacturing items for sale on site.

The antique stores behind Jama Masjid, lining the entrance to the Red Fort, have replaced the Meena Bazaar of the yore and offer traditional jewelry, paintings and furniture. The other by lanes of Chandni Chowk that are popular include Katra Neel, the cloth bazaar offering all kinds of fabrics such as silks, satin, crepe, cotton and muslin. Bhagirath Palace is Asia's largest market for electrical goods and also offers medical equipment and allopathic medicines. It is also famous as 'Chooriwali ki Haveli' or the Bangle Seller's Palace, amongst locals.

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