1857 Mutiny Walk - The Story Of The Siege Of Delhi

New Delhi , India

1857 Mutiny Walk - The Story Of The Siege Of Delhi

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About this experience

This is a morning tour of the most important sites of the famous and brutal Mutiny in Delhi in May of 1857. Indian Sepoys rebelled against the powerful East India Company. The rebellion lacked leadership and eventually failed. It killed many. The tour is conducted by a mixture of walking and auto-rickshaw use to visit the sites.

Highlights
• St James Church
• Nicholson’s Grave
• Telegraph Memorial
• Kashmere Gate

Available options

2-8 Travelers

Price per person for 2-8 travelers<br/>Pickup included

What's included

Bottled water

02 bottles of mineral water per person

Hotel pick up / drop-off

English Speaking Guide

Metro Ride

Transport by TUK TUK

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

Early this morning you will be picked up by an English speaking guide and enjoy a brief ride on the Delhi Metro up to Kashmiri Gate. Upon arrival board an auto-rickshaw, also called a tuk-tuk.

Your guide will tell you about the fascinating history of the 1857 Mutiny. You will be visiting historic places in Delhi that tell the story of the Siege of Delhi such as St James Church, which was damaged by shellfire during the Mutiny and the grave, where John Nicholson is buried. Nicholson, a British officer, was best known for his role in the Indian Mutiny, planning and leading the Storming of Delhi. He died due to the wounds he had received during the hostile events.

Then visit the Telegraph Memorial, dedicated to Todd, Bendish and Pilkington, who sounded the alarm by reporting the Delhi mutiny on May 11th. Also see Kashmere Gate, the entrance to the city that was breached during the Siege of Delhi. Finally admire the Mutiny Memorial, a Gothic tower built by the British to commemorate the many, who lost their lives in the Mutiny. For those interested, the British historian and writer Dalrymple in his book The Last Mughal may well have documented the 1857 Mutiny best.

At the end of your tour you will be taken back to your central Delhi hotel.

What's not included

Gratuities

Food and drinks, unless specified

Available languages

Guide guide

Important information

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Pickup reconfirmation is required upon booking.

Please dress modestly and ensure you have adequate sun protection.

mixed walking and auto-rickshaw ride including taking Metro

Not recommended for participants with back problems.

Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult

Meeting point

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

Important notes

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

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New Delhi, the capital of India, is a vibrant blend of ancient history and modern development. It offers a rich cultural experience with its historic monuments, bustling markets, and diverse cuisine. The city is a gateway to understanding India's past and present.

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