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Chandni Chowk at Present

Busiest Shopping Area
Chandani Chowk is one of the busiest market areas in Delhi. People from all over India; come here to shop for various things available here. Kuchas and Galis in Chandani Chowk still reflect the historical culture. Culture of Chandani Chowk is unique in whole Delhi. Different lanes in Chandani Chowk are dedicated to different items like sarees, textile, jewellery, food items, and electrical goods. Like Parathewali Gali is known for its delicious Parathas and sweets, Dariba is known for Gold and silver jewelry, Nai Sarak is dedicated to books and stationery items. Baghrath Place in Chandani Chowk is a wholesale market of electrical goods. People, especially from north India, come here for their special shopping such as wedding shopping.

Chanadani Chowk:Religious Centre
Chandani Chowk is the good example of religious harmony in India. There you can see Gurudwaara, Temple, Jain Temple, and Mosque standing near to each others. In fact Gurudwara and temple are joined by wall to wall. These religious places include Jama Masjid, Digamber Jain Mandir, Gurudwara Shish Ganj, Gauri Shankar Mandir, Sunheri Masjid.

Eating Joints
Chandani Chowk is the favourite place for lovers of good and spicy food. This is the hub of fast foods like Tikkis, Jalebis, Samosa, Dahi Bhalle and other things.

So, while in Delhi, do make a point to visit Chandani Chowk, at least once. You will not find same kind of place, with so much energy, anywhere in the world.

The blend of Historial and Contemporary culture - Chandini Chowk

While on a Delhi tour, it is customary for most tourists to have a visit to Chandani Chowk. Noted among the oldest and the busiest markets in Delhi, Chandani Chaowk is located in the Central Delhi. Situated opposite to Red Fort, across the road, Chandani Chowk is among those places in Delhi which still reflect their historical character. Ruins of history can be seen in the still lively galis and kuchas in the Chandani Chowk. Old Delhi railway Station, Interstate Bus Terminus, Ajmeri Gate Sadar Bazar- all crowded areas are in close proximity of Chandani Chowk.

Historically speaking, Chandani Chowk was the idea of Jahanara, the darling daughter of Mughal emperor, Shahjahan. Chandani Chowk used to look like a shining paradise in the days of yore. In the walled city of Old Delhi, it was the main avenue opposite Red Fort. A canal used flow in the centre of the street which was used for the water supply needs of this area. The water flowing in the canal used to look like crystal when moon rays fell on it. Members of Royal family used to come here on evenings for a stroll. Chandani Chowk was divided into three sections. First section started from Lahori Darwaza to Chowk Kotwal. Then second part was from Chowk Kotwali to Chandani Chowk and the third section started from Chandani Chowk to Fatehpuri Masjid. In the centre of Chandani Chowk, there was a reflecting pool.

This was just small but interesting part of information about Chandani Chowk.
In the next section, we will talk about the present look of Chandani Chowk.

Rajasthan had always fascinated me for its natural as well as manmade beauty. Rajasthan is a land of various land features. Most part of Rajasthan is covered by Indian desert. Besides desert, Rajasthan can boast of its green patches and flourishing flora and fauna. Rajasthan is the land of royals, great warriors and majestic kings, hence the name given to it.

Rajasthan has its own glorious past which is still sung in the form of legends. Monotonous colors of desert of Rajasthan are offset by its colourful and vibrant culutre. This culture of Rajasthan attracts many visitors from all teh corners of world. Rajasthan has unique culture of its own, which, no place in the world, can match.

Everything, which is associated with Rajasthan, has some unique aura about it, be it cuisine, costume, art, dance or music, whatever you name. Visit to rajasthan is something, you can not afford to miss.

Golden City of Jaisalmer in Thar Desert

Jaisalmer holds a unique place in all the cities of Rajasthan. The largest district of Jaisalmer in the state of Rajasthan is located amidst the scorched and sandy terrain of the Great Thar Desert of India. Jaisalmer is one of the most attractive cities of the Rajasthan. It is located deep in the Thar Desert.

Jaisalmer was founded by the Rawal Jaisal, in 1156 A.D., a descendent of the Yadav Clan and a Bhatti Rajput, abandoned his fort at Lodurva and founded a new capital -Jaisalmer, atop the Trikuta Hill.

Jaisalmer is more often and aptly called the “golden City” as the sunsets, the sandstone buildings emit a lustrous glow. Jaisalmer has such a mystic aura and grandeur that no other city can match. There are ancient palaces, temples and haveli constructed of yellow sandstone, on which when golden sun rays fall, give the city a golden hue.

Enchanting Jodhpur

Jodhpur is the one of most vibrant cities of Rajasthan. It shines with its color culture and undying traditions that it has become face of Rajasthan. It lies on the edge of Thar Desert. Most striking features of this region are smooth sand dunes and the thorny vegetation. Historically speaking, origin of Jodhpur is credited to Rathore Clan. Rao Jodha laid the foundation of Jodhpur in India in 1459. Before him it was known as Marwar.

Jodhpur has many tales of olden days to be told in this vast expanse of shimmering desert. Jodhpur has its grandeur aptly flaunted by its grand palaces, fort and temples. Further a dash of color is added by its exquisite handicrafts, folk dances, folk music and above all the color full, lively attire of people special and commoners. The popular tight, horse riding trousers, 'Jodhpurs', took their name from this city only. Traditionally, the women folk wear wide gathered skirts and a hip length jacket and wear lots of jewelry to display their prosperity and happiness. A unique feature is the Jodhpuri Turban worn by the men folk here traditionally. Language spoken here are Hindi, Marwari and Rajasthani.



The Jodhpuri people are amongst the most hospitable people of India. The lifestyle in Jodhpur, India is quite fascinating. Jodhpuri cuisine is dotted by typically rich Marwari hue and has unmatched flavor typical of only Marwari food having lots of ingredients, irresistible aroma and moreover has to be prepared by skilled hands.


People from India as well as all over the world visit Jodhpur every year. There are a number of tourist attractions in Jodhpur, enchanting the tourists. If any wants to visit Jodhpur in Rajasthan in India, one must visit its palaces and forts, temples and cenotaphs as these are the living proofs of splendor, traditions and culture of Jodhpur.

Cultural Diversity of Ajmer in Rajasthan

Ajmer is located in the southwest of Jaipur is an oasis among the otherwise desolate hills of Rajasthan in India. Ajmer is truly a cultural kaleidoscope. This is a land of composite cultures. Hindus and Muslims here show remarkable harmony and worship at common places.

This land of varied cultures was founded in 7th centuary by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan.

In present times, Ajmer is one popular and unique pilgrimage of Hindus and Muslims.
Ajmer is the home to Dargah Sharif tomb of sufi Saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti who gets equal obeisance from both Hindus and Muslims. Not only this, Ajmer is the educational center also, Mayo college and school, established by the British is in Ajmer. Puhkar, a scared destination for Hindus, which has the only Brahma Temple of the country, is just at 11 km from Ajmer and Ajmer serves as the base for visiting Pushkar. Month of Nov/Oct that is month of Kartik saw great influx of pilgrims visiting Puskar, hence Ajmer, to take a dip in the holy lake.

So Ajmer is an example of secular India, one must visit this charming place.