Heritage Walks & Historical Tours
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I lead interactive heritage walks in Delhi where we explore historical sites with real research, open discussions, and stories you won’t hear on regular tours.
Pricing Guide
Weekend Group Heritage Walk
Core Experience
- Duration: 2 hours of live commentary by a subject matter expert.
- Content: Critical historical analysis, political context, and architectural details.
- Route: Walking trail connecting specific monuments in Mehrauli, Tughlaqabad, or Kashmiri Gate.
Logistics
- Group Size: Shared public group of 10-25 participants.
- Language: English commentary with context specific Hindi/Punjabi references.
- Meeting Point: Coordination provided at the site.
Not Included
- Entry Fees: Attendees must buy their own ASI/monument tickets at the venue.
- Gear: No audio headsets provided; relies on natural projection.
- Supplies: Water and food are not included.
Old Delhi Food & Heritage Walk
Food & Drink
- Tastings: 4 to 5 servings of vegetarian specialties like Bedmi Puri, Dahi Bhalla, Jalebi, or Seasonal Chaat.
- Payments: Host handles all vendor payments.
- Safety: Vendors selected for better hygiene standards.
Sightseeing
- Landmarks: Walking past Jama Masjid, Town Hall, and old Havelis between food stops.
- Narrative: Stories regarding food origins, specific galis, and the families running the shops.
Logistics
- Duration: Approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.
- Inclusions: Food costs are covered; bottled water is usually excluded.
Private Small Group History Walk
Exclusivity
- Private Guide: Dedicated historian for 2 hours with no external group members.
- Custom Schedule: User chooses the date and start time.
- Capacity: Covers a total group size of 1 to 5 adults.
Customization
- Themes: Options include specific neighborhoods or eras like 1857 Mutiny or Sufi Shrines.
- Pace: Flexible timing for photography, rests, or detailed Q&A.
- Route: Minor adjustments allowed based on physical ability.
About Heritage Walks & Historical Tours
Why I Do Heritage Walks
Main Kanika Singh haan, itihaskar (I’m a historian), and I've always seen Delhi not just as a city, but as a living book. For me, every monument is more than stone - it’s conversation, memory, and questions. I want to dig into how history gets written, whose stories get told, and what these spaces mean today, saadi zubaan vich (in our own language).
What Makes My Walks Different
- Led by actual historians and researchers, not just guides
- Stories built from archives, local legends and stories, and academic research
- Interactive history tour - I don’t lecture, we chat, wonder, disagree, and connect past with what Delhi is now
Where We Go
- Journey through Delhi’s eras: Sultanate forts at Mehrauli and Tughlaqabad, Mughal grandeur at Humayun’s Tomb and Shahjahanabad, battlegrounds of 1857 at Kashmiri Gate, and colonial sites like Coronation Park
- Explore places like Tughlaqabad Fort (with its famous curses), Mehrauli Archaeological Park (Balban’s Tomb, Zafar Mahal), and Feroz Shah Kotla (Ashokan pillar and the djinns)
- Sometimes, we mix in food stops for a taste of Old Delhi
What You Should Know
- Walks last about two hours, sometimes more if you get chatty
- Not always easy terrain - comfy shoes recommended especially for uneven grounds
- Anyone curious is welcome - locals, students, history buffs, travellers, or those just wanting a different kind of historical city exploration
History here isn’t about memorizing dates. It’s about seeing, questioning, and connecting. Aa jao, chalo saath (Come, let’s walk together).
Meet your Expert
Kanika Singh
61 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Sat Sri Akal, I’m Kanika. I started Delhi Heritage Walks 'cause Delhi’s more than old stones – it’s a living, breathing history book. I dig into how we remember, who decides what gets told, and why some stories get left out. I’ve wandered through Sikh museums, written a book, and spent years poking around archives. Here, we don’t just walk, we question. You’ll see the city with new eyes, promise.
My Work
Guided heritage walks & historical treks - I take groups on deep, critical heritage walks in Delhi, like Jahanpanah ruins and Mehrauli Archaeological Park.
Book discussions & museum talks - We dive into public history books and chat about museum stories, not just listen but debate.
History beyond sightseeing - We use archival data, oral history, and question the usual narratives. Not your average walk.
For curious minds - If you’re a student, historian, or just hungry for real stories, these walks are for you.
