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The Imperial New Delhi

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Hotel overview

The Imperial in New Delhi is one of India's most refined and sophisticated hotels with a glorious history dating back to the 1936. It is regarded as one of the most important and finest monuments in Lutyens’ New Delhi and the 24 king palms that guide you to reception are testament to its success and grandeur.  The interior style combines classical colonial décor with art deco; think marble floors, teak and rosewood furniture, high ceilings, and hallways lined with an impressive 18th and 19th art collection (the resident curator will take you on a tour if you wish!). The 235 elegant rooms are spoiling, with large beds, crisp white sheets, and luxuriant bathrooms. All rooms and suites house an impressive selection of modern amenities expected in a city hotel.  The eight acres of gardens provide an oasis, much needed in a city like Delhi. Here you’ll find a large and cool glassy pool to enjoy after your morning sightseeing. You’ll also find some of Delhi’s best restaurants, bars and boutiques within the hotel; we highly recommend Spice Route but make sure you book in advance.

The Imperial is situated in a fantastic location, just a short walk from Connaught Place, and we feel it’s the best hotel Delhi offers.

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Quirky excursions

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Old Delhi City Tour

In the 17th century the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, made his capital Old Delhi; today it's a vivacious assault on the senses that you simply can't miss. Our half-day guided tour of Old Delhi focuses not only on the Indo-Islamic art and architecture of this ancient area, but also todays culture that is still so heavily influenced by its Mughal past. The tour starts by navigating the bustling and narrow streets of the mile-long Chandi Chowk. We feel the most captivating way to explore this area is on food as well as a traditional rickshaw. This ancient wholesale market is popularly called “The Silver Street”, and is surrounded by tiny shops and bazaars brimming with bargainous goods. Following on you will head to India's largest mosque, the Jama Masjid, which accommodates up to 20,000 people at any one time. Its tapering minarets and wonderful marble domes are a real highlight of Old Delhi. Afterwards we suggest visiting Gurudwara (a Sikh temple), which is often overlooked in classic tours of the area. This is one of the biggest (and cleanest) charitable kitchens in Delhi and here you can witness hundreds of people enjoying a free lunch. It's a similar experience to that of The Golden Temple in Amritsar.  The volunteer cooks are more than happy for you to join in, perhaps rolling chapattis (Indian flat bread), stirring the huge pots of lentil stew or perhaps even serving! Afterwards head to The Red Fort Complex if time permits, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Although impressive, The Red Fort in Agra is arguably more outstanding, so feel free to miss this out if you are heading to Agra. All in all this is a fascinating tour that’s not to be missed.

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Old and New Delhi Tour

A full day guided tour of Delhi allows us to dip into two contrasting but equally compelling areas of Delhi: Old Delhi and New Delhi.  Designed by Sir Edward Luytens and Herbert Bake, New Delhi offers a very different and contrasting experience to the ancient backstreets of Old Delhi. It is here where we start our tour. Most of New Delhi dates back to around 1911 when the British shifted their capital from Calcutta to Delhi, although many monuments date back a lot further. It is here you’ll find tree lined avenues, formal parks, magnificent colonial buildings as well as some ancient highlights dotted around the area. This morning’s tour takes in Rashtrapati Bhawan, India Gate, Qutab Minar, and Humanyun's Tomb. If time permits you may wish to visit the small National Gandhi Museum that showcases the life and principles of Mahatma Gandhi. Pulsing with energy and colour, Old Delhi is laced by a maze of narrow lanes, which twist and turn between the tall historic buildings. This afternoon takes us to the famous Red Fort Complex surrounded by shops and bazaars, the Jama Masjid with its tapering minarets and wonderful marble domes and Chandni Chowk. In Old Delhi you will also have an opportunity to experience a rickshaw ride with your guide. If time permits we highly recommend visiting Gurudwara (Sikh temple), which has one of the biggest (and cleanest) charitable kitchen’s in Delhi. Here you can witness hundreds of people that come here to eat each day for free.

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Evening Walk through Chandi Chowk, Old Delhi

Like most cities, Delhi has a completely different charm at night and as the air cools throngs of people head out to the streets. Our three-four hour night walk, which includes your evening meal, allows you to delve into a fascinating and authentic part of Delhi life with a walk through Chandi Chowk at night. Chandi Chowk is an ancient wholesale market that is said to date back to when Shah Jahan founded the city of Shahjahanabad (roughly the area of Old Delhi). The area is brimming with silver shops and spice stalls, along with tongue tingling street cuisine. It really comes alive at night and the best way to explore is on foot with an experienced guide. Chandni Chowk literally means the 'Moonlit Square' and it is believed that the name dates back to Mughal times when the moon once reflected in the pools and canals. During your walk your guide will explain in depth about the history of the area but will also highlight the remaining facades and buildings that have survived this rapidly changing area. This walk is designed for those looking for an authentic take on Delhi, so expect to find crowds of people down tiny winding streets. It’s not for the faint hearted.

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