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lotus temple
Delhi
Delhi, the capital of India, has a strong
historical background. It was ruled by some of
the most powerful emperors in Indian history.
The history of the city is as old as the epic
When we write about street food
Delhi is the best pick to showcase
Mahabharata. The town was known as
Indraprastha, where Pandavas used to live. In
due course, eight more cities came alive New Delhi, as it is known today, designed by
adjacent to Indraprastha: Lal Kot, Siri, Lutyens, has wide-open lanes, avenues and
Dinpanah, Quila Rai Pithora, Ferozabad, buildings that are worth traveling across the
Jahanpanah, Tughlakabad and globe for.
Shahjahanabad.
Chandni Chowk Area: When you are in Old Delhi,
 Delhi has been a witness to the political you just can't miss the food there. The streets
turmoil for over five centuries. It was ruled by buzz with activity and are filled with the aroma
the Mughals in succession to Khiljis and of food. For the connoisseurs, there are
Tughlaqs. The best time to visit Delhi is from restaurants like Karim's.
October to March when the weather is at it's
best. During this period flowers are at their For the food historians, there's a chance to taste
blooming best, the weather is pleasent and Butter Chicken at Moti Mahal. Street Food Old
enjoyable to experience incredible Delhi. Delhi Food Chandni Chowk, often called the
Modern Delhi, popularly known as Lutyens' food capital of India, is famous for its street
Delhi, bears a striking contrast to Old Delhi food. The variety consists of snacks, especially
with respect to architecture, building chaat.
materials and layout.
If you wish to enjoy it, shed your high-brow
However, Modern Delhi itself dates back to attitude to soak in the flavours and delicacies.
over a century when the British shifted their Come on, everybody... Yes, it's a kind of
capital from Calcutta to Delhi.  celebration in congregation.