Situated at a pivotal T-junction in South Delhi, close to my neighborhood, I’ve driven past Safdarjung’s Tomb countless times over the years. From the outside, it manages to hide behind a thick façade of trees, momentarily giving a peak of its majestic entrance just as one crosses the […]
Still unknown to many travellers and even residents, the street-art scene in New Delhi is active and thriving. The epicentre of this movement in the national capital of India is Lodi Colony, where a few years back artists took over massive walls to express themselves through some fantastic […]
Capturing the essence of Delhi from behind the lens, a group of photographers share some of their best works and explain what it is about the city, which comes packed with several fascinating experiences, that makes it the ultimate destination for street photography. Why is Delhi so unique? […]
I’ve always believed that it’s the people that make a place. Their character, eccentricities, and attitude add a whole new dimension to the aura that then reflects on those visiting an area. But my nature is such that I tend to think ten times before approaching anyone. Whether […]
Early on in the winter season, Delhi becomes a “tourist” destination of a different sort. Hundreds of migratory birds, especially seagulls, stopover in the city, catching a breather before flying onwards to their destination. This annual phenomenon, best witnessed on the banks of the river Yamuna, has become […]
The magnificence of Mughal Architecture is witnessed in all its glory across New Delhi. A unique style the encapsulates the aura of India’s rich past, the tombs, mosques, and forts make for an exciting history lesson filled with stories of love, tragedy, and betrayal. Simultaneously, it shines a […]
Situated close to central Delhi, the Tomb of Safdarjung is a historical monument of grand proportions. The sprawling gardens around the structure, a passage lined with fountains, and brilliant in depicting the Mughal style of architecture, the tomb is often overlooked, lost amongst many of Delhi’s ancient monuments. […]
On a hot and humid day of July, a band of amateur and professional photographers set off to discover a colorful part of their city. This part of the city is “hidden” in plain sight. It’s a known secret that many, myself included, have overlooked primarily because we […]
I expected something different. In my mind, Delhi Club House would have had a drab looking space, full of vintage furniture which was placed to suggest the good ol’ days. Pictures would adore the walls, photographs of the various clubs from around the country from where Marut Sikka […]
Nestled in a quiet corner of South Delhi, towering over the surrounding landscape, is New Delhi’s most recognizable monument, the Qutub Minar. Standing at a height of 72.5 meters, this minaret was built by Qutab-ud-din-Albak sometime in the 1190s. Now, a World Heritage Site, the Qutub Minar remains […]
A myriad of colours in every direction with the omnipresent magnificence of the President’s house in the background
A cafe you may think depicts a quaint, colourful, airy eating space that serves a small collection of freshly baked food along with varieties of tea and coffee. So, don’t be shocked if you find the exact opposite of this pretty picture with Warehouse Cafe. Situated on the […]
Life is all about new experiences, and when it involves food, things get even more exciting. Kerala House in New Delhi hosts an Onam Sadhya for three days every year, celebrating the festival. During this time, anyone can have a taste of the food that is unique to […]
What’s the idea behind the Bonsai tree? It’s fun. Fun? Someone asked. Yes, it’s our little way to have some fun How so? Curiosity was nearing the cat ready to strike. It’s Fish and you don’t find fish on trees, said Chef Vikramjit Roy about his first presentation […]
Singapore Takeout is a unique initiative by SPICE (Singapore International Culinary Exchange) with Singapore Tourism wherein a “Pop-Up Kitchen” has been fabricated inside a container and is being taken to 9 cities around the world. Accompanying this one of a kind kitchen are Singaporean chefs who along with […]
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