New Delhi: Delhi Tourism's month-long walking festival began on Saturday from Mehrauli Archaeological Park. The festival aims to celebrate the city's rich heritage by inviting participants to explore historical treasures through a series of guided walking tours.
During the inaugural tour, Tourism Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said efforts are being made to encourage foreign tourists visiting India to spend extended time in the city to enjoy its rich history and culture. That is why the department launched a series of heritage tours through which stories related to 50 historical sites will be shared. He added that under the guidance of experts and pioneers, attendees will gain a deeper insight into the city's history.
The festival features a variety of parades, each highlighting a unique aspect of Delhi. Participants can immerse themselves in the grandeur of Mehrauli Archaeological Park, experience the mystical allure of Sufiana Deli, and delve into history during Sham Tughlaqabad. Noteworthy walks include the Haunted Walks, which explore the Malcha Mahal and the legends of the jinn of the Feroz Shah Kotla.
Moreover, an exciting array of parades, such as 'Dekho Apna CP', 'Roshan-E-Dilli' at the Qutb Complex, and 'Jewels of Delhi', were organised, showcasing the architectural marvels and cultural heritage of the city. Participants can also taste the flavors of Old Delhi with 'Zaike Purani Dilli Ke' and explore the stories of Partition in Purana Qila with 'Partition Diaries'.
Officials said that the festival seeks to highlight Delhi's vast historical and cultural heritage. The exclusive price for Delhi Walking Festival is Rs 500 per participant. Interested individuals can visit the official website of Delhi Tourism Corporation at www.delhitourism.gov.in or contact the management office for more details or to register.
Bharadwaj said not everyone was aware of stories like the creation of Delhi and its destruction seven times, but such compelling stories will be shared during the heritage walk. Delhi has hidden stories of different empires, starting from Indraprastha of the Pandavas, moving on to Qila Rai Pithura during the reign of Prithviraj Chauhan, to Tughluqabad in the Tughluq Empire, Jahanpanah, and Firozabad, to Shah Jahanabad in the Mughal era, to the time of Sher Shah Suri With the construction of the old city. The fort, which is also said to be associated with the time of the Pandavas.
He added: “Then, the British arrived in India and established what is currently known as New Delhi, a city planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Throughout its various eras under different rulers, Delhi has always been the capital, rich in countless narratives.”
During the inaugural tour, Tourism Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said efforts are being made to encourage foreign tourists visiting India to spend extended time in the city to enjoy its rich history and culture. That is why the department launched a series of heritage tours through which stories related to 50 historical sites will be shared. He added that under the guidance of experts and pioneers, attendees will gain a deeper insight into the city's history.
The festival features a variety of parades, each highlighting a unique aspect of Delhi. Participants can immerse themselves in the grandeur of Mehrauli Archaeological Park, experience the mystical allure of Sufiana Deli, and delve into history during Sham Tughlaqabad. Noteworthy walks include the Haunted Walks, which explore the Malcha Mahal and the legends of the jinn of the Feroz Shah Kotla.
Moreover, an exciting array of parades, such as 'Dekho Apna CP', 'Roshan-E-Dilli' at the Qutb Complex, and 'Jewels of Delhi', were organised, showcasing the architectural marvels and cultural heritage of the city. Participants can also taste the flavors of Old Delhi with 'Zaike Purani Dilli Ke' and explore the stories of Partition in Purana Qila with 'Partition Diaries'.
Officials said that the festival seeks to highlight Delhi's vast historical and cultural heritage. The exclusive price for Delhi Walking Festival is Rs 500 per participant. Interested individuals can visit the official website of Delhi Tourism Corporation at www.delhitourism.gov.in or contact the management office for more details or to register.
Bharadwaj said not everyone was aware of stories like the creation of Delhi and its destruction seven times, but such compelling stories will be shared during the heritage walk. Delhi has hidden stories of different empires, starting from Indraprastha of the Pandavas, moving on to Qila Rai Pithura during the reign of Prithviraj Chauhan, to Tughluqabad in the Tughluq Empire, Jahanpanah, and Firozabad, to Shah Jahanabad in the Mughal era, to the time of Sher Shah Suri With the construction of the old city. The fort, which is also said to be associated with the time of the Pandavas.
He added: “Then, the British arrived in India and established what is currently known as New Delhi, a city planned by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Throughout its various eras under different rulers, Delhi has always been the capital, rich in countless narratives.”
