An Evening with Djinns of Hazrat e Dilli On 11th May, Saturday, as the Karavan walks around the ruins of the fifth city, be prepared to be mesmerized by the stories of mysticism, legend and history. It is a place where belief is stronger than logic.. and devotees write…
Exploring Qila Lal Kot and Sanjay Van - Heritage Walk Lal Kot, the first city of Delhi, that was once ruled by Rajputs, Tomars, Chauhans, Mamluks, Khiljis and so many dynasties and empires,.. now stands bare with its few defense walls as if reaching out to make you hear its…
Heritage Walk at Tughluqabad : The Cursed City History is full of those who through sheer grit and determination rose from humble beginnings to become Kings and Sultans. One such story is that of Ghazi Malik, Sultan Alauddin Khilji's commander who ushered in a new dynastic era in the history…
In this first event of 2019, Delhi Karavan brings to you a special heritage trail. Though we would be walking in one of the most popular areas of the city, yet we will be visiting some historical gems that still remain less explored. This part of Delhi has shown its…
This walk takes you on yet another thrilling journey to explore the city within cities. It is accompanied by an interesting session of storytelling around the history and myths surrounding the Mehrauli Archaeological Park, which holds in its recesses centuries of heritage from the Sultanate to the Lodis, and from…
Welcome to the DELHI WALK FESTIVAL! Put on your walking shoes – and join us. Choose from Nature Walks, Ecology walks, Design Walks, Photography Walks, Alternative and Experimental Walks, Culture Walks, Heritage Walks, Art Walks, Music Walks and Food Walks. Discover a city that is brimming with experiences that are…
Popular as 'HKV', in today's modern lingo, known more for it's upscale cafés, high end boutiques, antique shops and a bustling hangout was once a repository of culture and knowledge. This charming site has seen several twists and turns with time; it housed a water reservoir built by Alauddin Khilji,…
Our Dilli has been thriving for several centuries now. However, as chronicled in various epochs of Delhi’s history, the first city of Delhi dates back to 11th century. Anangpal, a Tomer ruler possibly created the first known regular defense- work in Delhi called Lal Kot- which Prithviraj took over and…
As the sun sets on another day of fasting, the courtyards of biggest mosque in India spring to life as thousands congregate for the evening feast 'Iftaar'. The musaafirs will experience the exuberance and excitement inside the Jama Masjid, beautifully draped in the Ramzan festivities, while enjoying a light spread…
Suspended in between the 'Delhi that is known' and the one which is 'unknown', is another world, that of a 'forgotten' Delhi. In one such world lies a crumbling piece of history, the Khirkee Masjid, a sad reminder of urban apathy. On 3rd June, the Karavan will try to revive…
