Hop on a TUK TUK and discover the historic Old Delhi’s quarters, which bore witness to intense clashes between the British Empire’s forces and Indian revolutionaries. Prepare to be astonished by the remnants of cannonball impacts that are still visible on the walls, stretching all the way to the Red Fort!
Hop on a TUK TUK and discover the historic Old Delhi’s quarters, which bore witness to intense clashes between the British Empire’s forces and Indian revolutionaries. Prepare to be astonished by the remnants of cannonball impacts that are still visible on the walls, stretching all the way to the Red Fort!
- Qudasia Park - Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Delhi and transported to Kashmiri Gate. This gate was one of the original entrances to Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan’s mid-17th century imperial capital, Shahjahanabad (now known as Old Delhi). Situated near the Yamuna River, the area around the gate became a hub for recreational gardens and…
- Qudasia Park - Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Delhi and transported to Kashmiri Gate. This gate was one of the original entrances to Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan’s mid-17th century imperial capital, Shahjahanabad (now known as Old Delhi). Situated near the Yamuna River, the area around the gate became a hub for recreational gardens and country houses built by the royal family and courtiers.
The first destination is “Qudsia Bagh,” a charbagh Mughal garden located outside Kashmiri Gate, constructed by Qudsia Begum, the mother of Emperor Ahmed Shah. The tour continues to The Fahkr-ul-masjid, built by Kaniz-i-Fatima in memory of her husband Shujaat Khan, a nobleman in Aurangzeb’s court.
- Kashmere Gate Monument - There may be a brief stop for photographs at the Ruined British Magazine, a large compound with several buildings where the East India Company manufactured and stored gunpowder and ammunition before the 1857 Rebellion.
Following this is “The Lothian Cemetery,” the primary burial ground for the Christian population of Delhi who perished during this time.
Kashmiri Gate also endured significant damage and remains in its ruined state as a symbol of the Mutiny. Cannonball marks can be seen on the walls adjacent to Kashmiri Gate, which was heavily bombarded by British artillery from the high Northern Ridge.
- Kashmere Gate Monument - Next is “The Lothian Cemetery,” the main burial ground for the Christian population of Delhi who died during this period.
Kashmiri Gate also suffered extensive damage and remains in its ruined state as a symbol of the Mutiny. Cannonball marks are visible on the walls adjoining Kashmiri Gate, which was heavily bombarded by British artillery positions on the high Northern Ridge.
- Red Fort - The tour concludes outside the “Red Fort” in the famous “Chandni Chowk,” where time will be allotted for photography.
Finally, guests will be driven back to their hotel.
- Professional guide
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Short TUK TUK OR Bicycle Rickshaw Ride
- Transport by private vehicle
- Professional guide
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Short TUK TUK OR Bicycle Rickshaw Ride
- Transport by private vehicle
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Dress code is smart casual
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Dress code is smart casual
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
