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DELHI (p. 3 of 3)
Delhi reveals two beautiful faces: the wise older woman and her flashy younger sister.
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WHERE TO STAY
[1] The Manor Located in an exclusive neighbourhood in southeast Delhi, the city’s first boutique hotel was once a private home. It has been transformed into a haven of clean-lined design with 13 sumptuous rooms swathed in beautiful pea-green raw silk.
77 Friends Colony (West)
Tel. 91-11-2692-5151
www.themanordelhi.com
[2] The Imperial A spectacular three-hectare garden property in the centre of downtown, this hotel combines decadent British architecture and Indian history. Its collection encompasses 4,500 pieces of artwork, including lithographs, photographs and bronzes.
Janpath
Tel. 91-11-2334-1234
www.theimperialindia.com
WHAT TO EAT
[3] Thai Wok A romantic rooftop getaway in the trendy Mehrauli district. The menu is hot and spicy, and the rooftop setting looks out onto Qutab Minar, the 12th-century Islamic tower of power.
Ambavata Complex, Mehrauli
Tel. 91-11-664-4289
[2] The Spice Route Voted one of the top 10 restaurants in the world by Condé Nast Traveler for its amazing exotic decor and well-executed south and southeast Asian fare.
The Imperial Hotel, Janpath
Tel. 91-11-2334-1234
www.theimperialindia.com/bar/spice.htm
[4] Basil and Thyme You may find that you need a break from the heat – culinary or otherwise. Try the simple Italian food served in a cool, quiet setting.
Santushti Shopping Complex, New Wellingdon Camp
Tel. 91-11-467-3322
WHAT TO DO
[5] Lodi Gardens A splendid green space incorporating hundreds of plant and tree species that act as the lungs of Delhi. Join picnickers and young lovers on the verdant greens surrounding ancient tombs.
Lodi Road
Old Delhi Jump into the Old World, and take your pick of Indian specialties: jewelry, spices, sweets. To get around, ride the rickshaws (the safer choice) or set off on foot (the more exciting option).
[4] Santushti Shopping Complex Delhi’s fashion designers hold court at this pretty garden shopping centre, offering a mix of innovative textures, bold colours and traditional Indian detailing.
New Wellingdon Camp (opposite Hotel Samrat)
HOW TO GET THERE
Air Canada offers daily non-stop service to Delhi from Toronto.
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