The one place that every child visiting Delhi is dragged to, is, of course, the Red fort. It is a monument that attracts one of the highest footfalls in the country. That’s perhaps because it used to be the power-center of a greater part of India less than a century ago. But what of the…
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An old painting of the Red Fort along the Yamuna
Thomas Metcalfe, as Governor-General’s Agent at the Imperial court of Mughal Emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar in early 19th century Delhi, ordered a series of images of the monuments & ruins of this city, to be created by Delhi artist Mazhar Ali Khan. Here’s one such masterpiece…a painting of the Red Fort as viewed from Metcalfe’s…
Wonder where this is?
Hello friends! Ready for a challenging quiz today? Tell us what and where this monument is! Latest update: This is the picture of Bijai Mandal from the city of Jahanpanah, the 4th city of Delhi built by Emperor Muhammad bin Tughlaq (whom many would remember from old history lessons as a brilliant but crazy king who…
Wonder where this is?
Hello Delhi lovers! In the mood for a little quiz? Tell us where this church is, and its name please. HINT-this ain’t nowhere in Europe!
Wonder where this is?
A super easy quiz for Delhi lovers this morning! Tell us what and where this structure is!
Forgotten mosque | Madhi Masjid, Delhi
Today is World Heritage Day, or more formally, the International Monuments and Sites Day, a day dedicated to raise public awareness about the natural and cultural heritage of the world. What an apt opportunity for me to share with you some pictures of a beautiful old mosque that I came upon recently!
Wonder where this is?
Time for a quick quiz folks! Where have you seen this gate, and what is its significance?
Wonder where this is?
Where have you seen these richly carved pillars in Delhi?
Wonder where this is?
Hello Dilliwallas! A cheerful Monday to all of you… now tell us, where have you seen this splendid building? And do you know what it is? Answers over here please!
Wonder where this is?
Hello dear friends! It’s time to play the little quiz again….where have you seen this unique monument? Please drop your answers on our facebook page 🙂
Wonder where this is?
Hello dear friends! Can you guess the name and location of this beautiful mosque in Delhi?
Ode to the master blaster | Cricket in the alleys of Delhi
So Sachin Tendulkar completed a hundred centuries yesterday, and the nation erupted in joy. In a country where every child is a future Sachin, we often come across the game being played at the most unexpected nooks and corners of our cities and villages. I scoured flickr for a few such images today, and here’s what…
A Date With Delhi 