Many Delhiites are oblivious to the rich heritage the city is fortunate to call its own and may simply pass by a structure that has been around since medieval times without stopping to find out what exactly it is.
To sensitise the residents and visitors about monuments that are an integral part of the city, Delhi Tourism, in association with INTACH, India City Walks and Delhi I Love You, launched a heritage auto-rickshaw tour at gate no. 3 of Jama Masjid on Sunday, the eve of World Heritage Day .
Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra flagged off a heritage rickshaw tour that seeks to present an opportunity to showcase a truer perspective of Delhi’s remarkable heritage. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Mishra said: “The initiative seeks to spread awareness about the rich heritage of the Capital. Besides, heritage walks promote a healthy habit — walking. We will continue similar events and are soon going to start these walks across Delhi.”
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A heritage walk and cycle tour, organised at Mehrauli Archaeological Park on Sunday, took participants on a tour of monuments like Adam Khan’s tomb, Gandhak Ki Baoli, Jahaz Mahal, Jharna, Huaz-i-Shamshi, Balban’s tomb, the mosque and tomb of Jamali Kamali, Metcalfe’s Folly, Rajon ki Baoli, Quli Khan’s tomb and Boat House.
On Monday, a special walk will be organised for students at Mehrauli Archaeological Park. A photo exhibition of lesser known monuments of Delhi will be organised at INA Dilli Haat. There will also be a Dastangoi performance at INA Dilli Haat at 7 p.m.
Tourism Minister flagged off a heritage rickshaw tour on eve of World Heritage Day