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Nizamuddin Basti Walk – a 700 year old neighbourhood
Nizamuddin Basti Walk – a 700 year old neighbourhood
Explore Delhi’s oldest continuously inhabited neighbourhood including the marvellous Humayun’s tomb, Nizamuddin Dargah, and tombs of legendary poets – Khusro, Ghalib, and Rahim!
Located in the heart of New Delhi, the vibrant Nizamuddin area is an unexplored gem despite being home to some of the best monuments and living heritage of the city. This ancient settlement originated in the 13th century when Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya – Delhi’s most prominent Sufi Saint, came to live here. His prolific legacy ensured that Delhi’s finest poets (Khusro, Ghalib, Rahim), and even Kings (Humayun), wished to be laid to rest in his proximity. Join us as we explore this fantastic tales of these legends while walking through their magnificent resting places, and experience the impact of their work in the living traditions of the neighbourhood and the lives of its inhabitants 🙂
Walk Highlights
Humayun’s tomb – the inspiration for the Taj Mahal
Nizamuddin Dargah – drawing 5,000+ devotees everyday
A beautiful stepwell in the Dargah complex – only remnant of Nizamuddin Auliya’s times
Poetry and works of Khusro, Ghalib, Rahim at their tombs
Fascinating old alleyways of Nizamuddin Basti
Included
Entry Charges, The prices are exclusive of 5% GST
Traditional snacks in a heritage food joint
Delhi’s heritage, India, and English
Storyteller well versed
Price Breakp
Group Price -> INR 3300 Per Person +5% GST
Private Price -> Additional INR 2500 (for the whole group) + Group Price
+5% GST
Itinerary
Explore Delhi’s oldest continuously inhabited neighbourhood including the marvellous Humayun’s tomb, Nizamuddin Dargah, and tombs of legendary poets – Khusro, Ghalib, and Rahim!
Located in the heart of New Delhi, the vibrant Nizamuddin area is an unexplored gem despite being home to some of the best monuments and living heritage of the city. This ancient settlement originated in the 13th century when Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya – Delhi’s most prominent Sufi Saint, came to live here. His prolific legacy ensured that Delhi’s finest poets (Khusro, Ghalib, Rahim), and even Kings (Humayun), wished to be laid to rest in his proximity. Join us as we explore this fantastic tales of these legends while walking through their magnificent resting places, and experience the impact of their work in the living traditions of the neighbourhood and the lives of its inhabitants 🙂
Walk Highlights
Humayun’s tomb – the inspiration for the Taj Mahal
Nizamuddin Dargah – drawing 5,000+ devotees everyday
A beautiful stepwell in the Dargah complex – only remnant of Nizamuddin Auliya’s times
Poetry and works of Khusro, Ghalib, Rahim at their tombs
Fascinating old alleyways of Nizamuddin Basti
Included
Entry Charges, The prices are exclusive of 5% GST
Traditional snacks in a heritage food joint
Delhi’s heritage, India, and English
Storyteller well versed
Itinerary
Price Breakup
Group Price -> INR 3300 Per Person +5% GST
Private Price -> Additional INR 2500 (for the whole group) + Group Price
+5% GST
Know your storyteller
Reviews
Great day in Delhi with Roobaroo
We had a great day in Delhi with Roobaroo walks. We asked them specifically to take us to the Mehrauli ruins and they promptly researched the area and constructed a fascinating tour through it which enhanced our historical understanding and appreciation of the site. Plus, Roobaroo always has the best stories! Afterwards, Aayush took me to the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Sikh temple, and showed me around with deep knowledge and sensitivity. Helping out in the Gurudwara kitchen after eating lunch with the community was one of the highlights of my trip :-).
Fantastic Private Walk in Qutub Minar and Mehrauli Archaeological Park
We had a great walk with our storyteller Akansha – who had done all the research to curate this walk. It was a really lovely walk through the oldest part of Delhi. And the Roobaroo team is very well organised so everything went off very smoothly.
Great day in Delhi with Roobaroo
We had a great day in Delhi with Roobaroo walks. We asked them specifically to take us to the Mehrauli ruins and they promptly researched the area and constructed a fascinating tour through it which enhanced our historical understanding and appreciation of the site. Plus, Roobaroo always has the best stories! Afterwards, Aayush took me to the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Sikh temple, and showed me around with deep knowledge and sensitivity. Helping out in the Gurudwara kitchen after eating lunch with the community was one of the highlights of my trip :-).
Fantastic Private Walk in Qutub Minar and Mehrauli Archaeological Park
We had a great walk with our storyteller Akansha – who had done all the research to curate this walk. It was a really lovely walk through the oldest part of Delhi. And the Roobaroo team is very well organised so everything went off very smoothly.
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