Delhi is a city of dreams, a historical city, the capital city of India, and a foodies paradise. It is a city which you either love or hate. There is no other way. For people who are from Delhi, it is the best city in the world. On the other hand, for those who have never lived in the city, its not easy for them to get used to it.
My memories of Delhi – The capital city of India
I love Delhi and it is very near to the place where I was born and brought up. For us, Delhi was like a permanent place for all the shopping needs. I still remember visiting the popular shopping markets like Karol Bagh, Chandani Chowk, Lajpat Nagar and Connaught place with my parents. There was a special charm to the city and we loved our small shopping trips to the city.
Also, the variety of food options are great in Delhi. After staying in Bangalore for so many years, we still miss the authentic north Indian delicacies like chaat and matke ki kulfi etc. Street food joints are the best in Delhi and there is so much variety that you get confused about what to eat and what not to. Being a foodie, my husband and I try all variety of dishes as soon as we visit the city especially the pani puri and chaats.
Yummy chaat and pani puri at our favourite joint Haldirams
As my native city is very near to Delhi, I also remember visiting Qutab Minar with my school for a school trip many times. The historical monuments across the city are a must see and you must show them to your kids whenever you visit. My latest memories are those of travelling in crowded metros of Delhi and visiting India gate after dinner for some yummy kulfis and ice golas.
Famous matka kulfi
Every city has its positives and negatives but Delhi still feels like home. I get a completely different feeling whenever I visit the city.
About Delhi – The national capital of India
Delhi is a mini India where you will find people from different cultures in different parts of the city. It has many tourist places and popular monuments like Qutab Minar, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Lotus temple, Akshardham, Red Fort, India Gate, and a new addition is the Kingdom of Dreams in Gurgaon.
Qutub Minar
If you are visiting the city, you must try the local and popular street food options instead of the food courts in malls. There are few old food joints and popular local markets which are famous for its delicacies like khan market for chicken delicacies, Roshan di kulfi at Karol Bagh, chaats at Chandani Chowk, etc.
I love Delhi for its vibrancy, shopping destinations and of course food but I don’t like the extreme weathers there. It’s either too hot or too cold.
At famous Delhi gurudwara Bangala Sahib
What do you like about Delhi?
Have you travelled to Delhi, the capital city of India yet? Is it on your travel list? Do let me know in the comments below.
I am sharing my memories of different places from my travel list this April. Read my theme post here
#AtoZchallenge 2019 previous posts –
A for Amritsar
B for Bangalore
C for Chicago
April 4, 2019 at 12:54 am
Never been to Delhi. Matka Kulfi looks so delicious.
April 4, 2019 at 1:48 am
I’m from Lucknow and my husband is a Delhi guy. We often tease each other that which is the better city in terms of food, shopping and heritage. And then we conclude that food of Lucknow and shopping of Delhi rules.
April 4, 2019 at 1:54 am
Smiles all the way. Being a Delhite to the core this post resonates with me at every level. The matka kulfi took my heart away. Beautiful depiction of the rich inheritance of this city.
April 4, 2019 at 6:36 am
Delhi means different things to different people. For some it is a job and business opportunities. For others it is a melting pot that brings annonimity to their existence. There is food, fare, metro and above all history. Barely two hundred years before, at Khooni Darwaza Bahadur Shah Zafar’s sons were shot. Emperor was made to walk to red fort through the road that is Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg. So much human experience and emotion still hidden behind walls of old monuments, havelis and forts.
April 4, 2019 at 7:35 am
I’ve visited Delhi twice and have enjoyed it both times. For outsiders it seems too overwhelming at first but it soon goes away. Would love to go back and enjoy the famous chaat again, soon.
April 4, 2019 at 7:59 am
I just love everything about delhi. Big wider and cleaner roads, weather and the political power you feel in central delhi and not to underestimate the best places for shopping and street food. I am in total love with saadi dilli
April 4, 2019 at 11:48 am
Except for the food and the roads, I do not like anything about Delhi. It makes me extremely uncomfortable and makes me feel unsafe. I have been there so mamy times, with the hope that I may change my mind, it hasn’t happened yet.
April 4, 2019 at 12:39 pm
Delhi is home for me, and I just love it! I can’t imagine living anywhere else 🙂
April 4, 2019 at 1:37 pm
I’ve spent 2yts of my life in Delhi. My first masters was from Delhi University. Your post brought back such beautiful memories.
April 4, 2019 at 1:56 pm
I had been to Delhi with my family years ago and had very good memories of that visit. loved reading your experience with the city. would love to visit again this awesome place to explore more!
April 4, 2019 at 2:07 pm
I have visited Delhi almost 10 years back and the pictures in your post brought back my memories.
April 4, 2019 at 3:33 pm
I came to Delhi as a new bride and lived here for many years. I go there once a year now but it still feels like home, so we both have a common connect with it
April 4, 2019 at 5:21 pm
Delhi is my home. Delhi is a fun & happening place but I find it too crowded. I hate the traffic jams & people with zero tolerance. Food of course is the highlight here.
April 4, 2019 at 5:50 pm
I have visited Delhi many times but never explored the city as such. Visiting this place soon hope to enjoy some yummy food.
April 4, 2019 at 5:57 pm
Nice one. I remember being at Delhi four years back n just loved the place
April 4, 2019 at 7:47 pm
I live in Panipat mostly visit there … Delhi walo ki Delhi
April 4, 2019 at 9:41 pm
Hey Nidhi..good to know that you are from Panipat. I am from Panipat too. Thanks for stopping by.
April 4, 2019 at 9:37 pm
I travel to Delhi for work at least 15-20 times in a year, but have seen all its touristy places only as a kid. I have not explored the touristy destinations of Delhi as an adult. How sad is that!! SIGH.
April 4, 2019 at 10:35 pm
Delhi is my Dil, as i grew up in capital city, kulfi from roshandi kulfi, chaat at daryaganj were our favorites before the packaged and restaurant things came up in city. Chole bhature, amritsari naan are some of not to be miss out items and on top is shopping. But now leaving it for over 10 years i don’t regret coz of fast paced life and insecure streets. Still its my first love.
April 4, 2019 at 11:26 pm
amazing read, i never been to delhi, but if i visit there, i will spend my time eating the street food all day long.
April 5, 2019 at 10:29 pm
Delhi was like second home for me during school days, as for every occasion, festival or holidays we would travel to Delhi. Lovely city, warm and welcoming. Little snoopy, but love it.
April 7, 2019 at 10:32 am
Hahaha! True, you either hate it or love it. I’m in the former group, I’m afraid. Don’t have good memories of the people of Delhi. But totally agree about the food part. THAT is awesome!
I came to read your F post today, but got stuck on D. 😛
Well you can check out whichever post catches your fancy on my blog! 😀
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April 10, 2019 at 10:39 am
Yes, I have visited Delhi many times, even stayed there for a couple of months. I must admit I have my reservations. Yet, it is a vibrant city where everything is available! Stopping by via the AtoZ. Good Luck!