Explored Whole of Capital City? Bet You Omitted These 9 Lesser-Known Places in Delhi

You may have heard the phrase Delhi hai Dil walo Ki several times until now. To a great extent, it aligns true with the oomph and feels that the capital city is all about! Whether it be the hospitality of its people, its culture to even its legends and chronicles, Delhi’s journey from an ancient to a modern-day metropolitan city is known globally and doesn’t fail to impress.

And even till today, in Delhi’s heart, in those ancient cracks where time and culture collide, there are several places not fully explored by a great many people. There are still a great number of hidden getaways in Delhi which even the regular tourists don’t know much about, and it is these lesser-known places which we are here to tell the tales of!

So, without any ado, let’s dive in and explore these lesser-known places in Delhi which could be your next destinations de voyage.

1. Majnu ka Tila: Tibetan Colony

This hidden spot is an interesting place to visit in Delhi called The Little Tibet. This is so as many refugees from Tibet live here; these all are the people who had followed their spiritual leader the great Dalai Lama into exile in India. Thus, a visit to Majnu ka Tila introduces you to a vivid display of the Tibetan culture as you get to witness their way of living. When there, try the local cafes or maybe buy a book or two about culture.

Also Read - Best Places to Visit in Delhi

2. Agrasen ki Baoli

If you have never seen a stepwell before, then it is high time that you visit Agrasen ki Baoli. The old-world charm and the artsy vibes which this baoli exudes is just too much of an inspiration for any art lover, poet, writer or any artist, for that matter. For photographers, this small yet historic tourist spot is filled with great possibilities.

Situated near the Cannaught Place on Hailey Road which is near Diwanchand Imaging Centre, Agrasen ki Baoli is located right in the heart of Delhi like a memory of the past kept safely in its raw beauty.

3. Satpula Bridge

This bridge is yet another interesting lesser-known place in Delhi. Back in the day, this bridge, which derives its name from the collection of seven bridges was majorly used for water harvesting. And during the time of Sultan Mohammed Shah Tughlaq, this bridge which is currently located in the Khidki Village near Malviya Nagar also acted as a wall of defence against the enemy attack.

4. Mirza Ghalib ki Haveli

The haveli was established in the memory of the world-renowned Urdu poet Mirza Asadullah Baig Khan who was famously known as Mirza Ghalib. Interestingly, this place was his real home and, even till today, it carries some of his most prominent works. Situated in the Chandi Chowk area, this place has an in-house museum too, that is maintained by the Government of India.

To visit here, you will need to visit Qasim Jan Street, Baradari, Shahjahanabad, Ballimaran, New Delhi.

5. Bhardwaj Lake Asola

If you want to get a taste of the historical legends and those glorious stories of Delhi’s past then you should definitely visit the Bhardwaj Lake situated in Asola. Located at Asola Wildlife Sanctuary in New Delhi, this is just the perfect spot for the introverts.

6. Jahaz Mahal

This is yet another wonderful hidden place to visit in Delhi. As the name says it all for itself, it was taken from the mahal’s reflection that looks like a floating ship in the nearby lake. To visit here, you will need to visit the Talaab Lane, Aam Bagh at Khandsa Colony which is in Mehrauli. The nearest metro station is the Qutub Minar Metro Station.

7. Tughlaqabad Fort

Built by the founder of the Tughlaq dynasty, till today, it is the exquisiteness of this fort that attracts a great number of tourists to the fort. Although the premises of the fort is not that well-maintained, still it doesn’t fail to offer a soothing and tranquil ambience to the visitors.

8. Adham Khan’s Tomb

Located at Seth Sarai, Mehrauli in New Delhi, this tomb dates back to 1561. It was considered to be the house of one of the most famous generals of the Mughal Dynasty which, at that time. was under the rulership of Akbar. Being so old, this tomb has various stories and legends to tell. And perhaps, this is why so many tourists flock here to revel in its past which has somehow successfully instilled its effect to the modern times.

9. Sanjay Van

Did you know that Delhi has its own forest? If you tell this to a hard-core Delhite, even they may not believe it. But it’s true. Sanjay Van, situated between Mehrauli and Vasant Kunj, is Delhi’s own adorable forest. You can spot a lot of people jogging and cycling early in the morning on your visit here. The nearest metro station is the Chattarpur station and from there you can take a cab or auto to travel further.

So, with this, our list of the top 9 hidden places in Delhi comes to an end. All we can say is that Delhi is all about enjoying each and every moment and relishing everything to its fullest. Although it is a very small city, its cultural grandeur never fails to leave us smitten.

For more such interesting travel content stay tuned to adotrip.com and make your itineraries via Adotrip's Tour planner tool for a seamless travel experience.

1. Majnu ka Tila: Tibetan Colony

This hidden spot is an interesting place to visit in Delhi called The Little Tibet. This is so as many refugees from Tibet live here; these all are the people who had followed their spiritual leader the great Dalai Lama into exile in India. Thus, a visit to Majnu ka Tila introduces you to a vivid display of the Tibetan culture as you get to witness their way of living. When there, try the local cafes or maybe buy a book or two about culture.

Also Read - Best Places to Visit in Delhi

2. Agrasen ki Baoli

If you have never seen a stepwell before, then it is high time that you visit Agrasen ki Baoli. The old-world charm and the artsy vibes which this baoli exudes is just too much of an inspiration for any art lover, poet, writer or any artist, for that matter. For photographers, this small yet historic tourist spot is filled with great possibilities.

Situated near the Cannaught Place on Hailey Road which is near Diwanchand Imaging Centre, Agrasen ki Baoli is located right in the heart of Delhi like a memory of the past kept safely in its raw beauty.

3. Satpula Bridge

This bridge is yet another interesting lesser-known place in Delhi. Back in the day, this bridge, which derives its name from the collection of seven bridges was majorly used for water harvesting. And during the time of Sultan Mohammed Shah Tughlaq, this bridge which is currently located in the Khidki Village near Malviya Nagar also acted as a wall of defence against the enemy attack.

4. Mirza Ghalib ki Haveli

The haveli was established in the memory of the world-renowned Urdu poet Mirza Asadullah Baig Khan who was famously known as Mirza Ghalib. Interestingly, this place was his real home and, even till today, it carries some of his most prominent works. Situated in the Chandi Chowk area, this place has an in-house museum too, that is maintained by the Government of India.

To visit here, you will need to visit Qasim Jan Street, Baradari, Shahjahanabad, Ballimaran, New Delhi.

5. Bhardwaj Lake Asola

If you want to get a taste of the historical legends and those glorious stories of Delhi’s past then you should definitely visit the Bhardwaj Lake situated in Asola. Located at Asola Wildlife Sanctuary in New Delhi, this is just the perfect spot for the introverts.

6. Jahaz Mahal

This is yet another wonderful hidden place to visit in Delhi. As the name says it all for itself, it was taken from the mahal’s reflection that looks like a floating ship in the nearby lake. To visit here, you will need to visit the Talaab Lane, Aam Bagh at Khandsa Colony which is in Mehrauli. The nearest metro station is the Qutub Minar Metro Station.

7. Tughlaqabad Fort

Built by the founder of the Tughlaq dynasty, till today, it is the exquisiteness of this fort that attracts a great number of tourists to the fort. Although the premises of the fort is not that well-maintained, still it doesn’t fail to offer a soothing and tranquil ambience to the visitors.

8. Adham Khan’s Tomb

Located at Seth Sarai, Mehrauli in New Delhi, this tomb dates back to 1561. It was considered to be the house of one of the most famous generals of the Mughal Dynasty which, at that time. was under the rulership of Akbar. Being so old, this tomb has various stories and legends to tell. And perhaps, this is why so many tourists flock here to revel in its past which has somehow successfully instilled its effect to the modern times.

9. Sanjay Van

Did you know that Delhi has its own forest? If you tell this to a hard-core Delhite, even they may not believe it. But it’s true. Sanjay Van, situated between Mehrauli and Vasant Kunj, is Delhi’s own adorable forest. You can spot a lot of people jogging and cycling early in the morning on your visit here. The nearest metro station is the Chattarpur station and from there you can take a cab or auto to travel further.

So, with this, our list of the top 9 hidden places in Delhi comes to an end. All we can say is that Delhi is all about enjoying each and every moment and relishing everything to its fullest. Although it is a very small city, its cultural grandeur never fails to leave us smitten.

For more such interesting travel content stay tuned to adotrip.com and make your itineraries via Adotrip's Tour planner tool for a seamless travel experience.