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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Old_DelhiOld Delhi - Wikipedia

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   Old Delhi (Hindustani: Purani Dilli) is an area in the Central Delhi district of Delhi, India. It was founded as a walled city and officially named Shahjahanabad in 1648, when Shah Jahan decided to shift the Mughal capital from Agra . [1]

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4. www.lonelyplanet.com › india › delhiOld Delhi (Shahjahanabad) travel - Lonely Planet | Delhi ...

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   • Red Fort. Founded by Emperor Shah Jahan and surrounded by a magnificent 18m-high wall, this fort took 10 years to construct (1638–48) and is rumoured to have had…
   • Jama Masjid. A beautiful pocket of calm at the heart of Old Delhi's mayhem, the capital's largest mosque is built on a 10m elevation.
   • Chandni Chowk. Old Delhi’s main drag is lined by Jain, Hindu and Sikh temples, plus a church, with the Fatehpuri Masjid at one end.
   • Lahore Gate. The main entrance to the Red Fort is hidden by a defensive bastion built in front by Shah Jahan's son Aurangzeb. During the struggle for independence,…

5. www.earthtrekkers.com › walking-chaotic-old-delhiWalking Through Chaotic Old Delhi, India – Earth Trekkers

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   May 31, 2024 · Chaotic Old Delhi, India. You can’t come to New Delhi without visiting “old Delhi.” This is the oldest area of Delhi, a tangle of ancient streets and alleyways, filled with all kinds of shops, jam packed with people, and this is the place to go for chaos and mayhem.

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6. theculturetrip.com › asia › indiaA Historical Tour Around Old Delhi - Culture Trip

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   Jun 19, 2017 · Old Delhi is a walled part of New Delhi, founded by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1639 and originally named Shahjahanabad. It remained the capital of the Mughals until the end of the Mughal dynasty and was later rechristened Old Delhi by the British.

7. suzannewandersdelhi.com › exploring-old-delhi-topExploring the Charms of Old Delhi: 20 Top Things to Do and See

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   Jan 27, 2024 · Standing guard over Old Delhi is one of India’s most treasured sites, the Red Fort. This UNESCO world heritage site was built in 1639 by the Indian emperor Shah Jahan, the same ruler who built the Taj Mahal.

8. www.holidify.com › places › delhiPlaces To Visit In Old Delhi - Holidify

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   See most popular tourist places to visit in Old Delhi, top things to do, shopping and nightlife in Old Delhi, find entry timings, fees about various attractions in Delhi

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   Why is Old Delhi called Old Delhi?

   • Old Delhi A Living Piece... Old Delhi is a walled part of New Delhi, founded by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1639 and originally named Shahjahanabad. It remained the capital of the Mughals until the end of the Mughal dynasty and was later rechristened Old Delhi by the British.

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   What is Old Delhi famous for?

   • Old Delhi is well known for its cuisine. Old Delhi as the seat of the Mughal Empire for over two centuries has come to the modern hub of Mughlai cuisine. [clarify] Karim's, a restaurant described as the city's most famous culinary destination, is near the Jama Masjid. The Gali Paranthe Wali and Ghantewala halwai are also situated here.

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   Should you visit New Delhi or Old Delhi?

   • A walk through chaotic, Old Delhi is something to consider doing on your visit to India. New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city we all really enjoyed. Most tour books and travel sites usually warn first time travelers to avoid this city because it can be so overwhelming. We totally disagree with this statement.

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   Is old Delhi a Mughal city?

   • Old Delhi architecture is a spectacular example of Mughal architecture, with plenty of charisma and nostalgia. While walking the bylanes of old Delhi you realize every wall has a story to tell. Old Delhi is a walled city shaped roughly like a quarter circle with the Red Fort as a focal point.

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10. www.lonelyplanet.com › india › delhiMust-see attractions in Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad) - Lonely Planet

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    Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad) Old Delhi’s main drag is lined by Jain, Hindu and Sikh temples, plus a church, with the Fatehpuri Masjid at one end. Tree-lined and elegant in Mughal…