Today our starting point is Janpath metro station (violet line).
Agrasen Ki Baoli
Step Well
60-meter long and 15-meter wide step well also known as "Gulshan ki Baoli" with 108 steps. It is believed that it was originally built by the king Agrasen. But there is no authentic evidence. Agrasena ruled 5,185 years ago. It was rebuilt in the 14th century.
It is the shooting location of various Bollywood movies. Like Aamir Khan starring PK and Salman Khan starring Sultan. Stepwell appeared in the second episode of The Amazing Race Australia 2 in 2012.
On the west is a small mosque.
Visiting Time: 9 AM to 5:30 PM.
Entry Fee: Free.
Photography: Allowed.
How to go: It is located about 750 meters from the Janpath metro station (violet line) towards east. From Janpath Road and Tolstoy Road crossing, walk east along Tolstoy Road. You will reach a crossing of Tolstoy Road and KG Marg. Turn right (south) and walk through KG Marg. You will reach Hailey Road on your left. Turn left (east) and walk through Hailey Road. First turn left (North) and walk, you will see Baoli Gate on your right.
Janpath Market
Street Market
Janpath Bazar is spread around 1.5 km. It is one of the most famous markets among locals and tourists. Popular for its fine pashmina shawls, Indian kurtis and churidars, brass ornaments and artifacts, carpets and other gift items.From Tolstoy Road and Janpath Road crossing, I turned right (south). There is also a Tibetan markets which have a wide range of Himalayan arts and crafts.
The market is not so long on the south side. So I came back north from the end of the Tibetan market. I crossed the Tolstoy road and continued walking north along the Janpath road.
After a short distance a road passes to the left (west), known as Janpath Lane. I entered the lane and walked.
Then I came back to Janpath Road from the lane, from where I entered the lane.
I turned left (north), and walked through Janpath road.
Then I reached in front of Janpath Building.
Then I took a left (west) turn just after Janpath Bhawan. There are clothes shops on both sides of the narrow walking street.
How to go: The market is located on the western side of the Janpath North-South Road. Return from Agrasen Baoli to the crossing of Janpath Road and Tolstoy Road. Stand on the west side of Janpath Road. You will see the Tibetan market on your right (south) and other markets on your left (north). Nearest Metro Station Janpath Metro Station (Violet Line) is just opposite Tibetan Market.
Jantar Mantar
Observatory
It was built in 1724 by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur. It was built to collate astronomical data and accurately predict the movements of the planets, moon, sun, etc. in the solar system. It was one of its kind when it was built.
He later built four more observatories during his reign at Ujjain, Mathura, Varanasi, and Jaipur.
There are four astronomical instruments of the Jantar Mantar observatory. Each instrument is a different luminous architecture based on mathematical observations, and helps calculate different aspects of celestial bodies and time. The four instruments of Jantar Mantar are
1. Mishra Yantra: Means mixed instruments. The Mishra or composite Yantra consists of five different instruments. This instrument is unique to Delhi Observatory. It is believed to have been built by Maharaja Madho Singh (1751-68), son of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. The five component Yantras are Dakshinottara Bhitti, Samrat (in two halves), Niyat Chakra, Karka Rasivalaya, and the Western Quadrant.
2. Samrat Yantra: Sometimes called the "supreme instrument" is a large sundial for calculating time. The Samrat Yantra is important because it measures time to an accuracy never before achieved.
3. Jai Prakash Yantra: It is located to the south of Samrat Yantra. 2 Concave hemispherical structure. It was built on ideas as early as 300 BC. It was used to determine the position of the sun and other celestial bodies.
4. Rama Yantra: It is situated to the south of Jai Prakash Yantra. Two large cylindrical structures with open tops, each with a pillar or pole in the center. It measured the altitude of stars based on Earth's latitude and longitude.
If you don't want to enter the premises, you can see it from the west, south and east side roads.
Visiting Time: 6 AM to 6 PM every day.
Entry Fee: 25 Rupees (US$ 0.31) for Indian and 300 Rupees (US$ 3.31) for foreigner. Free for child age 0-15.
Photography: Allowed.
How to go: Jantar Mantar gate is located north end side. About 350 meters from Janpath Bhawan towards southwest. A walkway runs to the west just north of the Janpath building. Cloth shops on both sides of the road. This walkway ends at another street. The road to the left (south) is called "Janpath Lane" and straight (west) is called "Connaught Lane". Go straight through Connaught Lane. You will reach 'Sansad Marg'. Turn left (south), and walk a few meters. You will reach the Jantar Mantar Gate.
Irvin Masjid
Mosque
Sometimes called Irwin Mosque. The construction date of the mosque is unknown.
How to go: It is located about 450 meters from Jantar Mantar towards northwest at Kharak Singh Marg. From the Jantar Mantar gate I crossed the road and entered the road called "Hanuman Road" just north of Hotel "The Park". I walked about 90 meters, and the road turned left (south-west) and walked 130 meters. There are roads on the right. I took the 2nd right turn and walked 130 meters, and reached Kharak Singh Marg. The mosque is across the road. I crossed the road.
Pracheen Hanuman Mandir
Ancient Hindu Temple
The Mahabharata is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India in Hinduism, the earliest surviving parts of which are no older than about 400 BCE. According to the Mahabharata, in a game of dice, the Pandavas lost their kingdom and were exiled for a period of 12 years. After the Pandavas later won the Kurukshetra war against the Kauravas and re-established themselves, the Pandava clan is said to have built five temples of Hanuman and other deities. This is one of them.
It is said to have been originally built by Maharaja Man Singh I (1540-1614) of Amber during the reign of Emperor Akbar (1542-1605). It was rebuilt in 1724 by Maharaja Jai Singh (1688-1743).
An important feature of the worship at this temple is the 24-hour chanting of the mantra (hymn) "Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram" since 1 August 1964. It is claimed that this constant chanting has been recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records.
How to go: It is located opposite of Irwin Mosque. There is a underground walkway to cross the road.
Ganesh Ji Mandir
Hindu Temple
Ganesh Ji Mandir dedicated to Lord Shri Ganesh founded by V. Sankar Aiyar on 31 October 1952. It was later renovated on 22 April 1999. There is another temple "Shiv Evam Shani Mandir" inside the same premises.
How to go: It is located north of Pracheen Hanuman Mandir.
Charkha Museum
Museum
The museum features 26 feet long and 13 feet high chromium stainless steel spinning wheel (Charkha). This Charkha is the world's largest spinning wheel. You can see this from road. This museum exhibits the history and evolution of Charkha.
We need to know why Charkha is important and what was Gandhi's role in spinning wheel (Charkha).
During the rule of the East India Company, the British used to send raw cotton from India to England and return the finished goods to India to sell at high prices, thus Indian farmers and common people suffered huge losses and poverty.
Mahatma Gandhi started the swadeshi movement with the spinning wheel and encouraged Indians to cut their own cloth. The Charka became a symbol of self-sufficiency and independence, so much so that the first Indian flag designed had the Charkha in the middle which was later replaced by the Ashok Chakra. The history of Indian spinning art has come a long way since the Charkha, but it still remains a symbol of faith, resilience, self-sufficiency and sacrifice in the heart of every Indian.
You have to leave your shoes outside to enter. It is a very small museum with a few spinning wheels in a single room.
So if you visit the National Gandhi Museum, you will see more Charkhas there and that is free. So, you can avoid this paid museum.
Visiting Time: 9 AM to 9 PM.
Entry Fee: 20 Rupees (US$ 0.25).
Photography: Allowed.
How to go: It is located at outer circle of Connaught Place in Kharak Singh Marg.
Connaught Place
Complex
Officially known as Rajiv Chowk, home to offices, shopping, nightlife and tourist destinations.
Construction began in 1929 and was completed in 1933. As of July 2018, Connaught Place was the 9th most expensive office location in the world with an annual rent of $153 per square foot.
In the center in Connaught place is a public park. Rajiv Chowk Metro Station was built under it.
There are 3 circles - inner circle, middle circle and outer circle. 8 different roads lead out from the inner circle of Connaught Place. 12 different roads lead out from the outer ring of Connaught Circus.
The outer circle has mostly brand shops.
The middle circle has mostly bars and nightlife.
The inner circle has mostly brand shops.
There is a underground market named "Palika Bazar". You will get local cloths and other products here.
Central Park Timing: Winter - 7 AM to 6 PM. Summer - 6 AM to 7 PM. Monday remains closed.
Entry Fee: Free.
Photography: Allowed.
How to go: The circular complex start from the Charkha museum.
Museum of Illusions New Delhi
Trick Art Museum
Visiting Time: Monday to Friday - 11 AM to 8 PM. Saturday to Sunday - 11 AM to 8:30 PM.
Entry Fee: Monday to Friday - 650 Rupees (US$ 7.96) for adult and 520 Rupees (US$ 6.37) for child age above 3. Saturday and Sunday - 690 Rupees (US$ 8.45) for adult and 550 Rupees (US$ 6.74) for child age above 3.
How to go: It is located at A 30-33, 1st Floor, A Block, Inner Circle, Connaught Place.
Foods in Delhi
**Sambhar, Idli and Masala Dosa at Saravana Bhawan, Connaught Place.
* Chicken Curry at Kake da Hotel 67, Municipal Market, Connaught Circle, Connaught Place.
* Tea at Cha Bar, Connaught Place.
* Dal Baati Churma at Rajdhani Thali Restaurant, Connaught Place.
* Kathi Roll at Nizam’s Kathi Kabab PVR Cinema Plaza H-5&6, PVR Cinema Rd, Marg, Connaught Place.
* Paan at Odeon Paan Palace, D Block Middle Circle Opposite Odeon cinema, Connaught Place.
* Daal Meat at Embassy 11-D, Connaught Place.
* Chicken Pattie, Cake at Wenger’s A-16, Connaught Place.
* Butterscotch Milk at Shake Square A-Block (Next To Wenger’s). Oldest Milkshake Corner of Delhi.
* Coffee at United Coffee House E-15, Connaught Place.
Aah.. I just finished my travel today "Delhi Day-14". Rajib Chowk Metro Station is the nearest from here on my way back home.
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