Best Free Walking Tour In Old Delhi British Heritage

Meet our guide outside "Gate no 1" of "Kashmere Gate" Metro Station & we start walking towards below:

Ruined gatweway of "Kashmiri Gate", this imposing gateway was one of the original gates of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan’s mid-17th century imperial capital Shahjahanabad (presently OLD Delhi). The British army bombarded this gateway with canons for several days, during the freedom war, ruining it to a large extent as many freedom fighters took refuge inside this gateway.

St James Church: This Church is the oldest worshiping Church in Delhi, India, built by Colonel James Skinner and consecrated in 1836. Having withered the time and completed 184 years, St. James’ is the oldest and the most historic church of Delhi, contributing to the spiritual, architectural and therefore the cultural, and educational life of the city even today.

Ruined British Magazine (Ordnance depot): We stop for a while for photostop at Ruined British Magazine, The magazine was a large compound with several buildings where gunpowder and ammunition were manufactured and stored by the East India Company before the Rebellion in 1857.

The Lothian Cemetery” : This cemetry was the main burial ground of the British population of Delhi killed during the freedom war of 1857. We will watch the tall gravestone and the graveyard frm outide only, since entry is restricted.

Now another urban adventure awaits you in the heritage and antique quarters of Old Delhi. Dig deep into the history and discover more historic spots by going with the guide to the deepest points of "Old Delhi" by hiring a Tricycle Rickshaw Ride costing INR 150 only. Discover the world famous "Spice market" and ancient mansions known as "Havelis", hence another urban adventure awaits you in the heritage and antique quarters of Old Delhi.

END: Now along with the walk leader, you will be back to the "Lal Qila" Metro Station and tour ends.

NOTE: Those who wish to travel to and return from the walk spot safely and comfortably in a private car, they can seek help from us for the same and we shall arrange.

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