In the heart of one of the city’s upscale localities lie scattered remains of the Delhi Sultanate’s fascinating history. It’s rich cultural and civilizational heritage pervades the bylanes of Green Park. In our next heritage walk we’ll trace the rise of this historic neighbourhood of ‘Tarabaabaad’ under the Khilji and Tughluq dynasties, and it’s staggering […]
From these watchful grounds Delhi was lost “ऐ वाए इंक़लाब ज़माने के जौर सेदिल्ली ‘ज़फ़र’ के हाथ से पल में निकल गई ..” This weekend, Delhi Karavan will trace its way through the landmarks of 1857. Lying scattered in and around the Northern Ridge, these structures are a silent witnesses to India’s first war of […]
Hazrat Nasiruddin Mahmud, popularly known as Chirag-e-Delhi or Roshan Chirag-e-Delhi, rests here in a space at the dargah marked by quiet and calm. As you step into this place, a deep sense of silence and peace becomes immediately apparent. The courtyard is also home to several other revered Sufi figures, adding to its spiritual depth. […]
This time, our Karavan will take you on a walk through of the Qutb Minar Complex. While we unpack the many layers of Delhi’s ancient, medieval, and modern history, you will witness this maginificent UNESCO World Heritage Site light up during the evening twilight. Meer e Karavan: Asif Khan DehlviDay, Date: Saturday, 25th April 2026Language: […]
The Revolt of 1857 marked a turning point in India’s history. While we often recall Bahadur Shah Zafar and the aftermath of the revolt, many powerful voices remain obscured. Among them was Begum Hazrat Mahal, who rose to power and ruled Awadh when Wajid Ali Shah was exiled to Calcutta. Join us at Safdarjung’s Tomb […]
bharī hai dil meñ jo hasrat kahūñ to kis se kahūñsune hai kaun musībat kahūñ to kis se kahūñ We invite you to this karavan to witness a different character of Mehrauli in Spring. The Mughals once made this place their summer retreat to escape the scorching heat of north Delhi. For them, Mehrauli was […]
Begumpur holds the remains of Jahapanah, a city built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq as Delhi’s fourth capital. His rule was full of bold experiments, some of which failed, but it also led to new power centres like the birth of the Bahmani Empire in the Deccan. After Timur’s invasion of Delhi, many Sufi saints and […]
Every faith walks its own path. Many centuries ago, Amir Khusrau had noted that while our paths may appear different, each one seeks the same ultimate truth. This holds true more so now than ever when the the world is in turmoil. In these times of uncertainty, I invite you to join us at the […]
In Delhi’s bustling central district stands the Old Fort, or Purana Qila, once believed to be the site of the city’s oldest settlement inhabited by the Pandavas. This historical precinct has witnessed the rise and fall of many great empires as they jostled to leave their lasting imprint in the strategic heartland of Delhi. From […]
This weekend we will visit two heritage sites: first the dargah of Hazrat Sheikh Yusuf Qattal, a 16th-century Lodhi-era monument where, even today, during holi colours are offered at the saint’s tomb (mazar) as a mark of devotion. We will then make our way to the Satpula Dam — the seven arched water channels of […]
