Along the Lothian Road at the Kashmiri Gate area in Delhi are well preserved monuments which stood witness to the 1857 revolt or the First war of Independence. One such place is the twins of British Magazine Memorial and Telegraph Memorial. This place housed the biggest military arsenal in India by British. Capturing this would…
Fish eye photography is fun. It is different and once you put on a 180 degree lens on your DSLR, you might not remove it for a long time. The last time we wrote a detailed article on how the fish eye lens is different. Today we cover the rose garden and some familiar aspects…
It was a chance discovery by building contractor in South Delhi in 1966 which led to the discovery of Ashokan rock edicts. Delhi is an ancient city. Dating back to the times of Mahabharata where it was called Indraprastha. As per the ancient texts, the city was created as the capital of Pandavas from a…
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A butterfly park is a novel idea by the district administration. Large piece of waste land and disused garden has been converted into a green patch with lots of conservation efforts. At least the tree cover will be intact and improve. Besides, chances of encroachment are slim now. Besides the beauty angle, this park has…
Its been not even one year since the inauguration of Waste to Wonder Theme Park and it has arguably become the most visited place in Delhi! The idea to create something artistically beautiful with waste is not new. But the efforts put in here and results are simply unbelievable. Location of Waste to Wonder Theme…
Do you want to have a chance to click the famed Lotus Temple under lights. Remember, visitors are not allowed after sunset when the magnificent structure is lit up. Do you want to have a view from an hillock, right in the middle of Delhi! If you want to indulge in some evening photography capturing…
Parsi Cuisine is distinct and delicious. Rustom’s has made it their mission to bring authentic Parsi food to Delhi. Starting from the menu, to the ingredients and the attention to detail, its all there. Rustom’s started off in Adchini, but now they are part of Delhi Parsi Anjuma. The location is right on the main…
As you walk out of the Heritage Transport Museum, your mind is numb and spinning. Three hour tour covering the comprehensive history of transport in India. This place is one of its kind in the country and perhaps the world. A wide range of exhibits from actual vehicles to scale models, vehicle parts, paintings, toys,…
As you walk into this place, it instantly transports you away from the hustle-bustle of the noisy city. Peaceful and tranquil, located within the campus of Triveni Kala Sangam. It takes you back to those times of simplistic cafe food with some chirping artists to give company. Location of Triveni Terrace Cafe Situated within the…
Indian Military Academy in Dehradun is the world’s premier officers training academy for Indian Army. Established in 1932, it has trained over 60000 gentlemen cadets till date. The Chetwode Hall and the drill square is seeped in military history of valor and courage. The training battalions are named after epic battles which have been fought…
Who of us is not familiar with the parrot. Bright green colour, awesome texture, intense red band on the neck and the red beak. Once upon a time, every household had one. People used to love to flaunt their caged talking parrot. Success story of parrot conservation in India The craze for a parrot as…
Chai or tea is the a religion and ritual in many parts of the world. The tea story began in China centuries ago. But the tea leaves, seeds and the baking process was kept a secret from outsiders. East India Company got obsessed with tea from China and send numerous secret expeditions to get the…
SYNOPSIS Sicario takes a dark look at the Mexican drug cartel and crime. It is about the US Govt response and unconventional ways used to achieve its aim. Sicario is a fast paced crime thriller with dramatic cinematography and gripping music. Right from the opening scene it keeps you on the edge and with many…
Qutub Minar is the most popular monument ruins in Delhi. The minaret which forms part of the Qutb Complex sees the largest number of visitors everyday. In a step to promote night tourism, Qutub Minar is now illuminated with LED bulbs. The effect is spectacular. Technicals The lighting is done with 445 LED Bulbs. They…
About 90 Kms from New Delhi lies the bustling town of Rewari, home to traditional metal works, especially brass. Rewari is also home to the erstwhile Rewari Steam Locomotive Shed converted into Rewari Railway Heritage Museum in 2010. Rewari Railway Heritage Museum is the last surviving functional steam locomotive shed in India. It is permanent…
Delhi has an obsession with malba which it Just can’t let go. Due apologies to Sir Charles Jones, because he did not have building rubble in mind while writing the song. But for Delhiites, malba is something close to their hearts. Construction debris or malba as it is called locally is a major issue the…
Flag Staff Tower is a single circular room built like a fort or castle. It is located on the highest point on Kamla Nehru Ridge. Due to its vantage point, it was used as a signal or lookout tower. Today the area is heavily forested. But back then in 1828 when it was built, it…
Fateh ki Kachori for the past 60 years has been treating Delhites with a spicy and fiery treat. It has setup a benchmark for street food in Delhi as far as taste and price is concerned. Every morning a couple of guys set up a stall on a cycle against a wall. They lay out…
On a cue of a fellow blogger, I went to check out first hand how New Delhi Railway Station has transformed on the cleanliness and passenger amenities front. Results are astounding. From what I have seen for the last two decades, this is almost supernatural. Decide for yourself. Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Swachh Bharat Abhiyan or…