Snap Picturesque Places In Delhi That Are Heaven For Photographers!

If you’ve run out of some gorgeous pictures to upload, maybe it’s time to visit or perhaps, re-visit these places to bring back some aesthetics to your gallery and your mind. Although the best reward would be to come back wrapped up in a plethora of everlasting memories, if you also manage to capture the true essence of these places through a lens, it only acts as a cherry on the top of an already luscious cake. So, it’s time to get your camera ready!

1. Purani Dilli - Chandni Chowk 

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Delhiites love food, shopping, and photos. So, what could be a better place than Chandni Chowk where you get the best of everything. Also known as the heart of Old Delhi, it is a perfect spot for street photography where you get to capture unity in diversity from up close. This is a place where people’s eyes reflect the flamboyance and echo its vibrancy - a place which is always authentic and picture ready! So take your cameras and head over! 

Where | Chandni Chowk - Near Chandni Chowk Metro Station
Timings | 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM (Closed On Sundays) 

2. Yamuna Ghat

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Have you ever come across a scene which is so mesmerising that it looks as if it popped right out of a dreamland? Yamuna Ghat is one such place which never ceases to amaze one with its flawless beauty. At dawn, you are bestowed with a majestic view of the red glow of the rising sun, as huge flocks of seagulls fly over the vast water body and cast their reflections on the waters as though dancing on some cosmic song. Head on over and get clicking! 

Where | Yamuna Ghat - Kashmere Gate
Timings | Opens 24 hours

3. Qutub Minar

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Soaring into the sky, this minaret of victory is the most visited monument which stands proud and tall to tell its story of survival. Its Mughal architecture is known for catching everyone’s gaze. Although ascending to the top is prohibited, observing this sky-piercing tower is a sight to remember. Surrounded by a green belt, it also serves as a gathering of families to celebrate love and laughter in this immortal place and also makes it a perfect place for you to drop by soon with your phones in tow!

Where | Qutub Minar - Mehrauli
Timings | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

4. Lodhi Garden

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Swaddled in an abundance of nature, this city park has been a tourist attraction because of its ethereal quality which is known to leave its visitors spellbound. A perfect spot for photography to capture or get captured in its vast expanse, Lodhi garden offers everything but monotony, so grab your paintbrushes or your favourite book and head over to relax among greenery. Oh, and don’t forget to take those fantastic clicks for the ‘gram!

Where | Lodhi Garden - Lodhi Road, Lodhi Estate
Timings | 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

5. Sunder Nursery

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An amalgamation of a wide expanse of gardens, lakes and rivulets, flower beds, and a stretch of wilderness, Sunder Nursery offers an exquisite and enriching environment for all those who love spending time in the lap of nature. Home to beautiful birds and diverse species of plants, this place is just the spot to lose yourself in its majesty and maybe click some aesthetic pictures for memory! 

Where | Sunder Nursery - Bharat Scouts and Guides Marg, Opposite Humayun’s Tomb Park, Nizamuddin
Timings | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

6. Humayun’s Tomb

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A well-preserved mausoleum, Humayun’s Tomb is not only known for its Persian architectural design but also for its captivating panoramic view which can automatically enhance any picture to add an enchanting aspect to it. Its overwhelming symmetry and intricate patterns are sure to get etched on your mind, so grab your cameras and get ready to etch them on a reel. 

Where | Humayun’s Tomb - Mathura Road, Opp. Dargah Nizamuddin, Nizamuddin East
Timings | 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

7. Lotus Temple

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Built in the shape of a half-open lotus flower and surrounded by nine pools representing the leaves, this place celebrates silence in a world which never stops talking. This temple is a perfect embodiment of the symbol of the lotus which represents enlightenment, transformation, and compassion. Surrounded by a green area, this impeccable sight is bound to leave a permanent mark on your heart and soul!

Where | Lotus Temple - Lotus Temple Road, Bahapur, Shambhu Dayal Bagh, Kalkaji
Timings | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed On Mondays)

8. Hauz Khas Fort

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There are places where time stands still and silence gains a voice to tell you the secrets of your own heart. Hauz Khas Fort holds this magic and contributes to the transformation you feel within you as you spend time here in the vast expanse of a perfect blend of man-made structure and nature. Both complement each other to soothe your soul, so plan a photo op date with your bestie and head over!

Where | Hauz Khas Fort - Hauz Khas Complex
Timings | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

9. Agrasen Ki Baoli 

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This symmetrical descending water reservoir is a perfect spot for photography enthusiasts. Its multi-layered structure adds dimension to your picture which breathes life into it. A lot of bloggers/vloggers prefer this historical monument to add a vintage aesthetic to their photoshoot. This splendid structure has also allured a Bollywood director, Raju Hirani to highlight it in his movie PK, so don’t just wait around. Drop by and get ready to plan all the awesome photos you’ll take here!

Where | Agrasen Ki Baoli - Hailey Road, KG Marg, near Diwanchand Imaging Centre
Timings | 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

As every place has a soul of its own, it is only through your telling that can you radiate what it holds. So, step out and freeze these hypnotic places through your camera lens and tell their stories through your voice!