Chandni Chowk is the main street in Old Delhi with the Red Fort on one end and Lahore Gate at the other.
Originally the street was divided by a canal that was part of a water supply system for the city. Today, Chandni Chowk is a heavily congested market center but still retains a lot of it’s historical charm.
Chandni Chowk is famous for it’s historical mosques and temples, and is heavily populated with bridal shops where very ornate jewelry, and traditional clothing can be had for very good prices. Sauris and hand looms as well as beautiful Indian textiles are abundant.
The perfumes of spice markets will draw you in, if not to buy, at least to learn all about Indian spices.
Make sure you have time on your hands. Chandni Chowk is loaded with Indian culture.
