सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
Seven cities layered on top of each other spanning 2000+ years — Mughal forts, British colonial boulevards, and modern India's capital. Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad) is a sensory overload of narrow lanes and street food. New Delhi is wide avenues and government buildings. Together they are India's most complex, contradictory, and rewarding city.
क्या पहनें
Varies by area. Conservative in Old Delhi and around mosques (Jama Masjid). Modern malls and South Delhi are relaxed. Women may feel more comfortable with shoulders covered in crowded areas.
खान-पान में सावधानी
Street food is legendary but risky for newcomers. Start with established restaurants, then graduate to famous street stalls (Paranthe Wali Gali, Karim's). Avoid tap water and ice from unknown sources.
आम धोखे, जिनसे सावधान रहें
- •Prepaid taxi scams at airport — use only official prepaid taxi counter or metro
- •"Your hotel is closed/burned down" — drivers redirecting to commission hotels
- •Fake tourist police asking to see your passport and wallet
- •Auto-rickshaw meter tampering — insist on meter or use Ola/Uber
- •Overly friendly strangers at tourist sites offering to be your guide
कार्ड और नकद
Widely accepted everywhere — Delhi is the most card-friendly city in India. UPI works at even small shops. ATMs on every block.
अंग्रेज़ी कितनी चलती है
High — Delhi has the highest English proficiency of any Indian city. Most people in commercial areas speak functional English.
फ़ोन और SIM
Get Airtel or Jio SIM at IGI Airport arrivals. Counters are clearly marked. Activation may take 2-24 hours. Airport WiFi is free meanwhile.
निकटतम दूतावास
All major embassies are located in Delhi's Chanakyapuri diplomatic enclave.
Standard e-Visa covers Delhi. No special permits needed.