From Ancient Tombs To Forest Trails: Delhi Heritage Walks Begin October 24
The Delhi Development Authority and INTACH are launching a series of 12 guided heritage and nature walks across six locations in Delhi starting October 24. The program aims to educate the public on the history and architecture of lesser-known monuments and trails in the capital.
Why it matters
These initiatives promote urban heritage conservation and provide structured educational tourism opportunities for local residents.
Delhi has a way of hiding history in plain sight. In centuries-old tombs, crumbling walls and forest trails that people pass by every day. Starting this Saturday, Delhiites will get a chance to explore some of these places and discover the stories behind them.The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has joined hands with the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) to organise 12 guided heritage and nature walks across six locations in the capital over the next six months.The first walk will take place at Mehrauli Archaeological Park on October 24 at 4 PM. Heritage experts will take visitors through the park's historic structures, explaining their architecture and lesser-known stories from Delhi's past.And for those interested, the walks won't be free.
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