Delhi, the Capital of India has many markets, each unique for its own trademarks. Chandni Chowk is famous for its fashion clothes and accessories, jewellery, souveniers and the ever fonded street food.. Though Chandni Chowk has lost its charm and inspiration as a Mughal Market, still there are reminences of the past which make their place like anything. Chandni Chowk is also famous for its Hand Driven Rickshaws and Rickshaw Rides. Somewhat different from a Horse Ride, the Rickshaws are a major attraction of the Chandni Chowk.
Chandni Chowk is also the only place in the town which has all religious place of all the major four religions of India. With the GuruDwara Sahib of Sikhs, Gauri Shankar Temple of Hindus, Jama Masjid of Muslims, the Church of Christians and Shri Digambar Jain Lal Temple of Jainism; Chandni Chowk becomes the highest place of the relevance to all.
Location : Chandni Chowk is located near Dariyaganj of the Old Delhi. As you reach this part of the Old Delhi, you can move to the Chandni Chowk Market area by taking a Rickshaw. As you move on the thin roads of Chandni Chowk, don't forget to take the flavous of Chaat ( Indian Dish) along with you.
Fast Facts
- City Name - Old Delhi (Delhi)
- Market Name - Chandni Chowk
- Famed For - Traditional Indian Dresses and Jewellery
- Language Spoken - Hindi, English
- Best Time to Visit - November to February