Landmarks of 1857: Northern Ridge


This walk highlights the landmarks of revolt of 1857 scattered on the northern ridge. There are a number of sites of heavy fighting originally held by the rebels and then taken over by the British The walk covers monuments like a 14th century observatory named after a mysterious pir, a mosque which faced heavy shelling, the British Vice regal lodge and memorials built by the British.
Distance : about 3 kms
Duration : approx. 3 hrs
Time : between sunrise & sunset
Who can come : This is a slightly long walk, through the ridge area. Might be uncomfortable for those with difficulty walking.
What to wear and carry :
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Duration : approx. 3 hrs
Time : between sunrise & sunset
Who can come : This is a slightly long walk, through the ridge area. Might be uncomfortable for those with difficulty walking.
What to wear and carry :
• Proper walking shoes
• Lots of drinking water
• Metro: The nearest metro station in ‘Vishwavidyalaya’
• Bus: All buses on route to Delhi University North Campus
• Auto/Cab: Get dropped off at Delhi University, North Campus
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