The Nai sarak is the abode of books and magazine, you could find any conceivable book just name it and get it .It is within walking distance from chawri bazaar metro station. Nowadays this is the place where wholesale books are sold – mostly textbooks. Traders here are least interested in retail customers as they are looking for bulk buyers.
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Once the neighborhood of Mirza Ghalib is now reasonably good leather market.As you reach out from the vicinity of Fathepuri masjid you can see shoe seller along the lane.They offer shoes, jacket, and any other leather goods very easily.
Chandni Chowk
This market of old Delhi is heaven for gonna be brides.It is open all days through week can be reached easily with metro.you can find anything from fanciable lehengas to designer jewelry For budget shopper it is the best market of Old Delhi.Divided into the system of lanes where each lane offers different products food, jewellery, clothing. Don’t forget to bargain, visit paranthe wali Gali, eat from Karim’s, enjoy bhala papri and don’t miss the classic purani Delhi ki Chaat.
Chawri Bazaar
The Market near Jama Masjid is established since 18 century. It was used to be the center of rich Mughal culture and cuisine now occurs to be a wholesale market.Flooded with people market offer hardware shops, paper market (wallpapers, decorative paper, gift wrapping paper), office stationery. Apart from that, there are ample shops selling of brass and copper items. Chawri Bazaar is the hub for wedding card stores, with various designs matching to the needs of different communities of Delhi. However, the market is congested with traffic.
Dariba Kalan
Often dubbed as the silver lane,near to Red Fort. It provides an array of silver jewelry, Idols, coins, utensils along the big and small shops of dariba kalan. The shops may also offer precious and semi-precious stones which are not only relatively cheaper but also bargainable.Always check the quality of silver before you buy and be aware of the crowded street.You can also pick from varieties of pearl strings.
Dilli Haat
This place is a walking tour of Indian culture! Shop for all the ethnic wear you wish for, overload your bags with beautiful carved pieces of art, experience the variety of handicrafts, different styles of home furnishing from all over the country or just enjoy taking a stroll amongst these stalls with some delicious cuisine!
Location: INA, Janakpuri, and Pitampura
Nearest Metro station: INA, Janakpuri
Lodhi Art District
The capital of Delhi has been revolutionized with colors and paintings over different walls by various artists. One such is Lodhi Art District, painted by 25+ artists from around the world.
Explore the quiet street with colorful walls, please your eyes with stunning abstracts focused upon a particular story or depiction of visual reality!
Location: Between Khanna Market and Mehar Chand Market
Nearest Metro station: Jor Bagh or INA
Purana Qila
Purana Qila, situated in South Delhi region is one of the most captivating tourist sites that narrates the history of Delhi.
Saunter along the gardens, gateways and Qila-i-Kuhna mosque built during the 16th century during the reign of Sher Shah Suri.
Don’t forget to watch the laser and sound show that happens between 7:00-8:00pm and 8:30-9:30pm!
Location: Mathura road, Near Delhi Zoo
Nearest metro station: Pragati Maidan
Khan Market
Khan Market is one of the most expensive shopping hoods in Delhi. It has the best shopping and eating options.
The market is renowned most for its fashion boutiques, amazing bookstores, home wares, and cafes. For those who love to wear something different than usual, Khan market is the most apt place! You will also find a variety of grocery shops, lifestyle stores and stationary stores.
However, your tour is incomplete without tasting Khan Chacha’s tikkas and kebabs!
Location: 61A, Khan Market, Rabindra Nagar
Nearest metro station: Khan Market (purple line)
Jama Masjid
Shah Jahan’s last architectural extravagance, towers over Old Delhi and is the largest mosque in India. Built of red sandstone and marble during the 17th century is one of the brilliant examples of Islamic faith, art and culture.
The major features of the mosque that make it a must-see place include the adornments of the interior areas of the arches, the prayer hall and the large courtyard accommodating 25,000 worshippers at once.
Location: Meena Bazar, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk
Nearest metro station: Chandni Chowk