Western Delhi is the more rural part of Delhi. It is home to many of Delhi's markets and fairs.
Get in
By metro
There are many metro lines that take you to Western Delhi. The Green Line [green] and the Red Line [red] cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line [blue] goes across the west central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line [orange]. The Pink Line [pink] extensively covers the inner parts pf Western Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop.
See
Monuments
- Azaad Hind Gram, National Highway 10, Block C, Tyagi Vihar, Ghevra (Tikri Kalam on NH-10, bus 926 to Ajad Hind Gram Tikari Pyaoo stop, or Mundka Metro Station 3 km east), 28.68953°, 76.97502°, +91 11 2835 3102. Closed due to Metro construction. . A tourist complex dedicated to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, a leader in the Indian independence movement. 2022-09-11
- Dwarka baoli, 28.599683°, 77.044036°. Dwarka Baoli (or stepwell) is located in Dwarka Sector 12 and is situated in between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments. It was discovered only in 2011 under a foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees.The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of Baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22 step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry, measuring 52′ by 16′ 6″. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. 2017-08-12
- Coronation Park, 28.7223988°, 77.1967087°. The place of the three Delhi durbars. Durbar, literally meaning court, is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor ad Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaim Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held in 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was an initiative of Lord Hardinge (1910–16) and was attended by George V and Queen Mary. It was also at this durbar the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all side by flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both side about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statue once stood beneath the cupola on the east of India Gate. In the 1960s the statue of King George V was removed to the Coronation Park. There were plans to remove other statues of British official from different part of Delhi to the Coronation Park. A total of 19 pedestal were set up to house the statues, sadly a few of these were ever occupied. Ever since the park has been lying in utter neglect. In 2011 restoring and landscaping of the park started. The towering Coronation Memorial stands at the centre of the park dominating the skyline. Behind the memorial is the towering statue of King George V. Statues of four viceroys occupy the four corner of the park. The statues are of Lord Hardinge, Lord Iillingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford. The Coronation Park will consists of paved pathways through manicured lawns and lines of Mughal styled small sandstone pavilions. An amphitheatre, water bodies, children play area and restaurant are part of the restored Coronation Park. 2020-05-08
- Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak, GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 (Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE), 28.8542°, 77.1265°. This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi arches.
- Shalimar Bagh, 28.720139°, 77.154259°. 2020-05-08
- Maqbara -e- Paik, 28.7347793°, 77.1568919°. 2020-05-08
Museums
Religious sites
- Gurdwara Nank Piao, Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh (north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South), 28.69127°, 77.19209°, +91 11 2742 5087. Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi.
Do
- The Free Spirit Dance Studio, J13/69,Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden, 28.63945°, 77.11665°, +91 96430 92737. Daily 7AM-9PM. Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like bhangra and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. 2019-03-26
Buy
- Rajouri Garden Market, Ring Road, Sharda Puri (Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden'), 28.65161°, 77.12170°. A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing.
- Pacific Mall, Tagore Garden, Najafgarh Road, 28.642°, 77.106°, +91 96500 97011. 11AM-11:30PM. One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. 2017-02-05
- Potters Village (Kumhar Gram), Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur (near Uttam Nagar), 28.6186°, 77.0672°. A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. 2020-01-13
Eat
Budget
- Amritsari Kulcha Wala, Paschim Vihar Red Light, (near Jwala Heri Market). If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd.
Splurge
Barbeque/grills
- Barbeque Nation, B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri. Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors.
Drink
Sleep
Mid-range
- Aman Palace, A-40 Vishal Enclave (Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden), 28.59153°, 77.00982°, +91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555. Check-in: noon, check-out: noon. Basic hotel - next to KFC. ₹2,200-3,500
- Caravan Homestay, 1/13 Tilak Nagar, +91 99 7184 3131, caravanhomestay@gmail.com. A small and cozy homestay in Delhi that houses a friendly Indian family with well maintained, clean and affordable rooms. ₹4,500
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