India's capital, Delhi, sits at the crossroads of history, shaped by centuries of empires, cultures and political change. From the Delhi sultanate and the Mughal empire to British colonial rule — Delhi bears the imprints of each era, making it one of the most historically rich cities in the Indian subcontinent, and one that attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists every year.
No history book covering India would be complete without a chapter on Delhi. But the study of that history does not capture the imagination of many young students in India. This is compounded by the increased politicization of history in recent years, which has opened deep political fissures.
But Delhi's "heritage walks" are attracting more young people to the subject by making learning about the past an immersive experience.
