In the middle of a posh residential area in Model Town is a spectacular lake. Roughly rectangular in shape with an island in between, this lake is like an oasis in the middle of nowhere. It has boating facilities and a walking track. There are places to sit and admire the view. Conservation efforts by…
New Delhi Railway Station is one of the largest railway station in terms of revenue, number of trains passing through and passenger handling. It is in the middle of a most congested locations in India and yet thanks to Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, the cleanest railway station in the country. Location and other info New Delhi…
Those who know about Coronation Park have some idea about its historical importance. There were events which set in motion, 143 years back which affected the entire Indian subcontinent. But as time goes by, the significance of this place will get lost to history. Three durbars were held here by the British, first on Jan…
Along the Lothian Road at the Kashmiri Gate area in Delhi are well preserved monuments which stood witness to the 1857 revolt or the First war of Independence. One such place is the twins of British Magazine Memorial and Telegraph Memorial. This place housed the biggest military arsenal in India by British. Capturing this would…
Fish eye photography is fun. It is different and once you put on a 180 degree lens on your DSLR, you might not remove it for a long time. The last time we wrote a detailed article on how the fish eye lens is different. Today we cover the rose garden and some familiar aspects…
It was a chance discovery by building contractor in South Delhi in 1966 which led to the discovery of Ashokan rock edicts. Delhi is an ancient city. Dating back to the times of Mahabharata where it was called Indraprastha. As per the ancient texts, the city was created as the capital of Pandavas from a…
A butterfly park is a novel idea by the district administration. Large piece of waste land and disused garden has been converted into a green patch with lots of conservation efforts. At least the tree cover will be intact and improve. Besides, chances of encroachment are slim now. Besides the beauty angle, this park has…
Its been not even one year since the inauguration of Waste to Wonder Theme Park and it has arguably become the most visited place in Delhi! The idea to create something artistically beautiful with waste is not new. But the efforts put in here and results are simply unbelievable. Location of Waste to Wonder Theme…
Do you want to have a chance to click the famed Lotus Temple under lights. Remember, visitors are not allowed after sunset when the magnificent structure is lit up. Do you want to have a view from an hillock, right in the middle of Delhi! If you want to indulge in some evening photography capturing…
Parsi Cuisine is distinct and delicious. Rustom’s has made it their mission to bring authentic Parsi food to Delhi. Starting from the menu, to the ingredients and the attention to detail, its all there. Rustom’s started off in Adchini, but now they are part of Delhi Parsi Anjuma. The location is right on the main…
As you walk out of the Heritage Transport Museum, your mind is numb and spinning. Three hour tour covering the comprehensive history of transport in India. This place is one of its kind in the country and perhaps the world. A wide range of exhibits from actual vehicles to scale models, vehicle parts, paintings, toys,…
As you walk into this place, it instantly transports you away from the hustle-bustle of the noisy city. Peaceful and tranquil, located within the campus of Triveni Kala Sangam. It takes you back to those times of simplistic cafe food with some chirping artists to give company. Location of Triveni Terrace Cafe Situated within the…
Qutub Minar is the most popular monument ruins in Delhi. The minaret which forms part of the Qutb Complex sees the largest number of visitors everyday. In a step to promote night tourism, Qutub Minar is now illuminated with LED bulbs. The effect is spectacular. Technicals The lighting is done with 445 LED Bulbs. They…
About 90 Kms from New Delhi lies the bustling town of Rewari, home to traditional metal works, especially brass. Rewari is also home to the erstwhile Rewari Steam Locomotive Shed converted into Rewari Railway Heritage Museum in 2010. Rewari Railway Heritage Museum is the last surviving functional steam locomotive shed in India. It is permanent…
Flag Staff Tower is a single circular room built like a fort or castle. It is located on the highest point on Kamla Nehru Ridge. Due to its vantage point, it was used as a signal or lookout tower. Today the area is heavily forested. But back then in 1828 when it was built, it…
Fateh ki Kachori for the past 60 years has been treating Delhites with a spicy and fiery treat. It has setup a benchmark for street food in Delhi as far as taste and price is concerned. Every morning a couple of guys set up a stall on a cycle against a wall. They lay out…
On a cue of a fellow blogger, I went to check out first hand how New Delhi Railway Station has transformed on the cleanliness and passenger amenities front. Results are astounding. From what I have seen for the last two decades, this is almost supernatural. Decide for yourself. Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Swachh Bharat Abhiyan or…
Kashmiri Gate or Kashmere Gate is one of the 14 gates built by Shah Jahan in 1649 as entry point to the walled city of Old Delhi. It was named so because it was on the north side of the city and faced Kashmir. In the events leading to 1857, this gate was used first…
Bhool Bhulaiya is an octagonal shaped tomb. It was build by Akbar for his general and foster brother, Adham Khan. He was the son of the chief nurse of Akbar. He was executed on orders of Akbar after committing the murder of the newly appointed Prime Minister. Mughal tombs are square in shape. But this…
Buddha Jayanti Park is located on Vandemataram Marg, Dhaula Kuan, New Delhi. The park is maintained by the Govt. It contains an artificial island. The island contains the statue of Lord Gautama Buddha. The park has a lot of trees and walking paths. It has a water body which has ducks. The trees are home…