Delhi has many layers of history to it. Beginning from the time when it was called Indraprastha during the ancient times, to when it was called Shahjahanabad by the Mughals to the time when it was made into a regal capital by the British, it has been a dynamic city. Even today, historical remnants lay hidden amidst the modern congestions and din.
So, if you have only a day in Delhi, you have to narrow your choices as per your preferences and travel smart to make the most of it.
Walking The Heritage Circuit
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If you are someone with strong cultural inclinations, this could be a perfect circuit for you. You can also customise a tour as per your favourite spots. You can also learn what one monument has to do with another, as it was intended all those years ago. So, from the royal step well to the Badun Gate, if you have only a day to explore the ancient culture, you should spend the time in Mehrauli.
Get On The HOHO Bus
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You can book a seat on the Hop On Hop Off bus. Though this may take you through the Delhi traffic snarls, it is a cheap way to experience the heart of the city. Also, regular buses ply on this route, and you can board any, customising the time you want to spend on a particular site.
Try The Segway
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Apart from the thrill of learning to ride a Segway, this tour takes you to the regalest part of modern Delhi, the South Bloc. You can whizz about in the Rashtrapati Bhavan. If you don’t want to check many things of your list, and are happy to explore one site in great detail, then this is where you should spend your day in Delhi.
Cycling Through Delhi
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You can explore the sites like Purana Qila, Red Fort and Chandni Chowk, that is, the heart of Old Delhi on a guided cycle tour. Small groups ensure that you are not lost in the teeming crowds. But if you are an old-school traveller, who believes in immersing oneself with the local culture, this is the best way to explore Delhi.
So, pick your choice according to your tastes, and make the most of Delhi in a day.
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