“Sadaqallahul-Alliyul-Azeem’ Sadqa Rasulu-un-Nabi –Yun- Kareem Sallallaahu Alayhi Wassallam” The Dargah of one of the most revered Sufi saints of Delhi, Khwaja Nizammudin Auliya, is truly an abode of peace. Its serenity, ironically, comes from the hustle bustle of its surroundings. Situated in the Nizamuddin West area of Delhi, the streets leading toContinueContinue reading “Dargah of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya”
Monthly Archives: May 2020
Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid, the holy Islamic monument, where the Muslims offer namaz and pray seek forgiveness from the almighty, is a center of attraction for anybody who is visiting the capital irrespective of their religious background. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan, Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques in the world. To understand its historicContinueContinue reading “Jama Masjid”
Kashmiri Gate
Guardians of City: The Gates of Old Delhi From the 8th to the 20th century, the gateways around the city of Delhi were built to safeguard the city from invasions. Initially,there were 14 gates that were built by the Mughals. But during and after the Revolt of 1857, almost all the gates were demolishedby mutineersContinueContinue reading “Kashmiri Gate”
SBI, Chandni Chowk: The Hidden Heritage
History looms not in the high buildings and heavy texts, but lurks in the empire of its heritage. It lies in the quiet conversation of crevices and window panes, in the distance that its people can cover- You and I. Rediscovering the seen and unseen of Delhi: State Bank of India There is no placeContinueContinue reading “SBI, Chandni Chowk: The Hidden Heritage”
Rediscovering Delhi 