Delhi as a city has reinvented itself time and time again, managing to stay relevant for people of all ages and professions. It is a space saturated with culture and history, not to mention a vibrant nightlife and lip smacking food, to cater to the interests of all residents. Here are our top 5 picks for things to do if you are a youngster living in this unique landscape that is the capital of the Indian subcontinent.
Trending Instagram reels have rendered new found space for the narrow bylanes of Old Delhi in the heart of the city’s youngsters. Dress up in a traditional kurta pyjama and head to explore the Old City, making stops at Ghalib ki Haveli, the home of the renowned Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib. Head on to explore the Chandni Chowk Market, which is sure to be packed to the brim. Sample parathas from the Paranthe Waali Gali and Daulat Ki Chaat.
The use of digicams is a rising trend among the gen-z of today, Chandni Chowk has a camera market where you can get everything from old reels, to video cams and digital cameras, to help you capture your most precious moments.
End your day with a visit to Jama Masjid, see the famous red building that has defined Delhi for decades and end your quintessential Delhi day with a visit to one of the many kebab shops in the area as well as sampling a glass of the famous Mohabbat Ka Sherbet.
In recent years, Formula 1 has gained immense fan following in India, especially amongst the younger generations. Nowadays, Sunday is defined by whether it is a race day or not, and most of us also have our favourite cars and drivers. While it is impossible to experience the sport in India live, racing enthusiasts in Delhi-NCR can still get an understanding of the sport by indulging in Go Karting at one of the karting tracks in the city.
The F9 Go Karting Track is the best in the city. It is open 7 days a week from 1pm to 10pm. From Monday to Thursday, charges are devised lap wise, while on the weekends, the charges are devised on the basis of time. It also takes on large groups of people together, with differing group charges. So don’t wait before planning a day out at the racing track with your friends.
Modelled after a Prohibition era jazz bar, The Piano Man in Delhi has consistently won awards over the last decade for being the go to venue for jazz performances. There is a Prohibition style cocktail menu and a dining menu inspired by the French Quarter.
Warm wooden floors and rustic walls surround the stage, which is adorned with a piano. The stage is well equipped for all kinds of music performances and hosts a variety of artists, both emerging and established. It is the perfect spot to go to if you wish to ditch the conventional night life of the city and immerse yourself in learning about the jazz and blues of yesteryear.
The Red Fort, built during the Mughal era has stood witness to the historic beginnings of the colonial era, the struggle for independence and the birth of independent India. It is thus one of the most important monuments in the history of the nation, and the light and sound show at the Red Fort is proof of this fact. The show begins with a narrative around the beginnings of Shahjahan’s building of the fort and encompasses his reign, the downfall at the hands of the British, followed by a focus on the Indian independence struggle; all of the above enhance by mesmerising light and spectacular sound. Through masterful storytelling, the Red Fort becomes for a few moments, a pulsating portal to history.
The show runs from May to October. In the summer months of May to August, the timings are 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm for the Hindi retelling and 9 pm to 10 pm for the English retelling. September to October sees Hindi shows from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm and English shows from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The fort is closed on Monday. The light and sound show is the perfect way to attract youngsters and the recent opening of the popular café Jugmug Thela within the fort premises only adds to the charm of the place.
If you are a hiking and climbing enthusiast but unable to plan a trip with friends to the mountains, the Indian Mountaineering Federation has you covered. Plan a day out with friends to their headquarters in South Campus’s Moti Bagh area. The place has an artificial rock climbing wall and is a great place to learn as well as to test your endurance and strength. The outdoor area has four walls, each different depending on its difficult level. Thus, there is something for every kind of climber.
The IMF is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 8 am to 12 pm and 4 pm to 8 pm. The charges are INR 200 per person. Additionally, the campus offers group activities like commando net and rope ladder among a few others. Please ensure that you place a call to the foundation before visiting and book your slots.