Exploring the beautiful chaos of Paharganj, Delhi

Back in India! After a month in Sri Lanka, we arrived in Delhi in the middle of winter. Just for a short visit, we thought. But we ended up spending more than a week in the cold, but inviting city. More than enough to see and do!


Like most travelers, we went straight from the airport to Paharganj, the tourist district in New Delhi.

This crowded area full of people – merchants, beggars, other tourists e.g., animals, and tuktuks can be quite overwhelming, but since we did some reading into the city and neighborhood, we came prepared!

Rooftop view over Paharganj

And after a few days we got the hang of finding our way in the small streets and narrow alleys full of shops, cafes, hotels and houses.

We experienced for ourselves that surviving Paharganj’s jungle is not only possible, but fun as well! And despite the cold, chaos and crowdedness, after a few days for us it even started to feel a bit like home.

We ♡ Paharganj

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