Colonel's Retreat

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Hotel overview

Friendly service and a superb location make this one of our preferred guesthouses in Delhi. Situated in a surburban area yet near to the sights, the 16 individually designed rooms are arranged over four floors and open on to a shared lounge with a selection of newspapers and books to choose from. Double and twins are available and extra beds can be arranged if necessary.

Meals are served on the roof terrace which is a great place to relax and meet fellow guests the end of a busy day of sightseeing. Start the days with fresh artisan bread, homemade orange peel marmalade and gooseberry jam. Eggs and delicious Indian specialities such as paratha and dosa are freshly cooked to order. A tasty complimentary afternoon tea featuring Indian teas, coffee and their renowned homemade banana bread is a highlight.

 

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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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Heritage Morning Walk Through Old Delhi

Our Heritage Walk aims to explore Old Delhi's history in depth. Once known as Shahjahanabad, Old Delhi was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and the Indo-Islamic influence can still be seen today.  Our walking tour explores monuments of the Pre-Shah Jahan period with a visit to Kalan Masjid and the Tomb of Turkman Shah. Taking in the labyrinth of lanes and narrow alleyways also allows the knowledgeable guide to point out significant havelis once owned by influential people of the time, such as the home of Chunna Mal. From the colourful spice markets to the famous Jama Masjid, from old educational institutions to century old churches, this walk provides a well rounded and far reaching insight into Old Delhi's turbulent and exciting history. It's important to note that all the walks can be customised to suit your interests and part of the fascinating journey can  be enjoyed in a traditional rickshaw. The tour normally starts at 10am and finishes by 1pm.

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