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Chandni Chowk vs National Museum
Both are rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Chandni Chowk is preferred by most writers compared to National Museum. Chandni Chowk has a TripExpert Score of 77 with endorsements from 4 sources such as Afar Magazine, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
Chandni Chowk
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
N-Block, Cannaught Place, New Delhi 110001, India
From $0 /night
Fodor's
"This was Delhi's former imperial avenue, where the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan rode at the head of his lavish cavalcade."
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i
While the scenes may seem archaic, the shopping is exactly where it's supposed to be so make sure you carry cash (safely tucked about your person).
Travel + Leisure
"Located in Old Delhi, this market has only grown in size, scale and legend. Sometimes it feels like every single human being in Delhi is gathered here, mostly for illicit items or outright knock offs."
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Afar Magazine
"Rickshaw rides are common in Chandni Chowk, but book a comprehensive rickshaw tour for an immersive experience that lasts longer than 15 minutes."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Chandni Chowk, the main thoroughfare of Old Delhi, is surrounded by a confusing network of narrow alleyways and katra (covered passages), crowded with stalls laid out on the floor."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Old Delhi’s main thoroughfare is a chaotic shopping street, mobbed by hawkers, motorcycles, stray dogs and porters and with narrow lanes running off it offering the full medieval bazaar experience."
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National Museum
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet
Janpath, New Delhi 110 011, India
From $0 /night
Fodor's
"Showcases ancient, mainly Hindu, sculptures."
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i
Be sure to pick up a brochure to help you navigate, and get the audio guide
Condé Nast Traveler
Editor's Pick
"There's plenty to keep history buffs... but impatient museum-goers should focus on the Indus Valley civilization gallery and the miniature collection."
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Afar Magazine
"Showcasing over 5,000 years of weapons, paintings, artifacts, jewelry, photography, and manuscripts, the National Museum is the largest in India."
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i
Be sure to view the Tibetan Manuscripts, Thanjavur Paintings, and Tribal Lifestyles.
Travel + Leisure
"The National Museum of New Delhi is home to more than 2 million ancient artifacts"
New Delhi Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Offering a compelling if not always coherent snapshot of India’s last 5000 years, this museum is not overwhelmingly large, but full of splendours."
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