Peaceful spots in Delhi

el_la · Oct 19th, 2007, 16:03

Hi folks,

We are heading for Delhi in November and was wondering if there are some peaceful spots in Delhi where we could get away from the hassle for a moment. Parks, picnic spots, some other hassle-free activities etc.

dani · Oct 19th, 2007, 16:43

one place is the jantar mantar park, south of connaught place (only a few minutes by foot)

you can try any park/monument/place where you have to pay an entrance fee. the fee will keep away many annoying people..

capt_mahajan · Oct 19th, 2007, 16:44

Lodhi gardens is relatively hassle free.

Or, depending on where you are staying, the Buddha Jayanti Park (haven't been to this one for awhile, so cant be sure).

jyotirmoy · Oct 19th, 2007, 16:47

If you are in Pahergunge try Ramkrishna Mission ashram near by.

Aishah · Oct 19th, 2007, 16:47

I love Hanuman's Tomb in Nizamuddin - no one disturbs you there, nice grass for sitting on, lovely trees and never crowded.

el_la · Oct 19th, 2007, 17:01

Seems like there are many interresting options. Thanks for the tips!

Are there any small lakes or ponds in Delhi? I can only see one in the map (in north). Or are there some nice spots by the river?

shashank.aggarwal · Oct 19th, 2007, 17:14

There are lakes and ponds, but you wont enjoy them that much...as they will be polluted/crowded..OR too small...

There are couple of them outside Delhi..but not worth the hassle..

Somehow Delhi is not famous for its gardens, however there are quite a few big ones...Buddha Garden, Lodhi garden are already on list, just to add, Talkatora garden, Nehru Part are other options. You can also laze around at India gate lawns..

Aishah · Oct 19th, 2007, 17:22

Travelling past Purana Quila I recollect a lake in front? Seemed to be a popular picnic spot there - I am assuming it's Purana Quila, have never been there myself but huge Fort ruins above the lake. Maybe it becomes too crowded?

shashank.aggarwal · Oct 19th, 2007, 17:30

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Originally Posted by Aishah

Travelling past Purana Quila I recollect a lake in front? Seemed to be a popular picnic spot there - I am assuming it's Purana Quila, have never been there myself but huge Fort ruins above the lake. Maybe it becomes too crowded?

yes thats Purana Quila...the lake is right next to Delhi Zoo...

julz · Oct 19th, 2007, 18:13

I like Indian Coffee House, Connaught Place

uttam · Oct 19th, 2007, 19:14

I have seen most of the places mentioned here and like some of these.However, to me, the safest and most Peaceful Place is the Jungle-trail of JNU Campus. Not many know that there are caves in JNU which is just ideal for those who fancy wilderness but cannot go out of the city. PSR (Parthasarthy Rock)which is also in the campus is said to be the highest point of Arravali in Delhi and deserves a visit as well.

onajourney · Oct 19th, 2007, 20:55

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Originally Posted by el_la

Seems like there are many interresting options. Thanks for the tips!

Are there any small lakes or ponds in Delhi? I can only see one in the map (in north). Or are there some nice spots by the river?

You probably will not want to stay by the river for too long because of the pollution and smell.

I always enjoyed Lodhi Gardens for relaxation when the weather is nice.

burf · Dec 3rd, 2007, 12:50

there is a little pond inside near dear park and a sweet spot too

jenk · Dec 4th, 2007, 09:14

I second the Lodhi gardens - it was the most peaceful area we visited in Delhi and mostly well kept, a mix of monuments, winding paths, big old trees, flowers and lawns. and a pond. The restaurant there is also peaceful, stylish and quite good (good drinks and western food at lunchtime and I believe Indian food in the evening.)

PeakXV · Dec 4th, 2007, 10:05

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Originally Posted by Aishah

I love Hanuman's Tomb in Nizamuddin - no one disturbs you there, nice grass for sitting on, lovely trees and never crowded.

Aishah, I agree - a spacious retreat/respite from the perpetual Delhi chaos ..............

always thought it was Humayun who was buried there though.

Oct 19th, 2007, 16:03	#1
el_la Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Europe Posts: 3	Peaceful spots in Delhi Hi folks, We are heading for Delhi in November and was wondering if there are some peaceful spots in Delhi where we could get away from the hassle for a moment. Parks, picnic spots, some other hassle-free activities etc.

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capt_mahajan Infidel Sufi Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: styx Posts: 13,608	Lodhi gardens is relatively hassle free. Or, depending on where you are staying, the Buddha Jayanti Park (haven't been to this one for awhile, so cant be sure). __________________ . Outside the machine

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Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 7,629	I love Hanuman's Tomb in Nizamuddin - no one disturbs you there, nice grass for sitting on, lovely trees and never crowded. __________________ "Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards."

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shashank.aggarwal The Fortunate One Join Date: May 2007 Location: Road Posts: 6,826	There are lakes and ponds, but you wont enjoy them that much...as they will be polluted/crowded..OR too small... There are couple of them outside Delhi..but not worth the hassle.. Somehow Delhi is not famous for its gardens, however there are quite a few big ones...Buddha Garden, Lodhi garden are already on list, just to add, Talkatora garden, Nehru Part are other options. You can also laze around at India gate lawns.. __________________ Spineless Travelogue - Around India

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Oct 19th, 2007, 16:43	#2
dani मेरा नाम Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Switzerland Posts: 500	one place is the jantar mantar park, south of connaught place (only a few minutes by foot) you can try any park/monument/place where you have to pay an entrance fee. the fee will keep away many annoying people..

Oct 19th, 2007, 16:47	#4
jyotirmoy Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: India Posts: 5,223	If you are in Pahergunge try Ramkrishna Mission ashram near by.

Oct 19th, 2007, 17:01	#6
el_la Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Europe Posts: 3	Seems like there are many interresting options. Thanks for the tips! Are there any small lakes or ponds in Delhi? I can only see one in the map (in north). Or are there some nice spots by the river?

Oct 19th, 2007, 17:22	#8
Aishah She-who-must-be-obeyed! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jaisalmer Posts: 7,629	Travelling past Purana Quila I recollect a lake in front? Seemed to be a popular picnic spot there - I am assuming it's Purana Quila, have never been there myself but huge Fort ruins above the lake. Maybe it becomes too crowded?

Oct 19th, 2007, 18:13	#10
julz Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: melbourne Posts: 108	I like Indian Coffee House, Connaught Place

Oct 19th, 2007, 19:14	#11
uttam Travelling to return to strangers Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: New Delhi Posts: 242	I have seen most of the places mentioned here and like some of these.However, to me, the safest and most Peaceful Place is the Jungle-trail of JNU Campus. Not many know that there are caves in JNU which is just ideal for those who fancy wilderness but cannot go out of the city. PSR (Parthasarthy Rock)which is also in the campus is said to be the highest point of Arravali in Delhi and deserves a visit as well.

Dec 3rd, 2007, 12:50	#13
burf wondering when? Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: delhi Posts: 375	there is a little pond inside near dear park and a sweet spot too

Dec 4th, 2007, 09:14	#14
jenk Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Brooklyn NY Posts: 106	I second the Lodhi gardens - it was the most peaceful area we visited in Delhi and mostly well kept, a mix of monuments, winding paths, big old trees, flowers and lawns. and a pond. The restaurant there is also peaceful, stylish and quite good (good drinks and western food at lunchtime and I believe Indian food in the evening.)

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