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Time of India
30-05-2025
- Time of India
Ditch day plans, unwind by Delhi's lakes on summer evenings
Want to hang out with family and friends, but the sweltering heat is stopping you? Step out when the sun goes down and head to one of Delhi's many lakes, where the vibes are cool, the skies turn gold, and there's a lot to do – or not – as you unwind amid nature. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now From taking a walk with your doggo and listening to the birds sing to enjoying a boat ride – the city's water bodies offer a relatively cool and pretty chill way to spend summer evenings. We take you through the scenic lakeside spots in the city that you can visit over the weekend. Naini Lake A North Delhi gem, Naini Lake is perfect for paddle boating and evening strolls. 'The lake is visited by many residents and college-goers in the evening. A 30-minute paddle boat ride costs Rs130 for four people. The motorboat ride costs Rs250 for six people,' shares a Delhi Tourism employee. Naini Lake 'Good time to spot resident birds' While migratory birds have departed, resident birds can be spotted in and around the lakes of Delhi during late summer afternoons. Kavi Nanda, a member of Delhi Bird Foundation, shares, 'During this time, most lakes in Delhi are home only to resident species. One may spot egrets, spot-billed ducks and herons. There's a good chance of spotting spot-billed ducks with chicks or coming across active heronries, egrets, cormorants, storks and ibises. The green patches around these water bodies are also ideal for spotting summer birds like the Indian golden oriole, Asian koel and common hawk-cuckoo.' 'Good time to spot resident birds' Sunder Nursery Lake With floral blooms on both sides of the walkway, the lake at Sunder Nursery offers a picture-perfect pause amid the heritage gardens Sunder Nursery Lake "For centuries, water bodies – baolis, temple tanks – have served as places of social congregation for people. At Sunder Nursery, the five-acre lake is a favourite among families and groups of young friends. Here, screaming wild ducks, red-vented ibis, screeching owls and squaking mynas turn the evenings into a therapeutic retreat," says Ratish Nanda, CEO, Aga Khan Trust for Culture Bhalswa Lake Tucked away in Northwest Delhi, Bhalswa is a vast lake popular for its water sports and peaceful birding spots Bhalswa Lake Purana Qila Lake Adjacent to Delhi's historic fort, this lake is known for its view of the centuries-old fort Purana Qila Lake Hauz Khas Set against the backdrop of medieval ruins, Hauz Khas lake draws crowds for evening walks, jam sessions, photography and chilled-out evenings Hauz Khas
Hindustan Times
13-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Five eateries proposed at Humayun's Tomb in Delhi
A visit to the iconic and historical museum at the lush green Sunder Nursery will soon have an added element of varied culinary experiences, as plans are underway to open a restaurant, three cafes, and an ice-cream parlour close to the Humayun's Tomb museum. From Monday, the Government Sunder Nursery Management Trust (GSNMT), one of the bodies that oversees the preservation, maintenance and development of the 90-acre heritage park, has invited an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the food establishment, officials said. Located near the entrance of the Sunder Nursery, the museum was opened in August last to officials, the museum serves as the entrance to both Humayun's Tomb and Sunder Nursery park. According to the tender document, the food establishments next to the museum will offer diverse food options that cater to various dietary preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, and incorporate locally sourced, organic, and sustainable ingredients. 'Seasonal menus that reflect local, fresh produce and the natural surroundings are highly encouraged, contributing to a connection between the dining experience and the environment. The menu should also offer a variety of beverages, and regional Indian beverages, ensuring they align with the health-conscious and sustainable values of the park,' the document states. The last day for submitting the applications is May 22, according to the tender document. Currently, Sunder Nursery has a famous food establishment which caters to the hundreds of people that throng the park daily. It also hosts a farmers' market on weekends, besides giving space to a number of cultural and musical events . The upcoming food establishments will further enhance the visitors' experience, said Ratish Nanda, CEO, the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, which designed and built the museum. 'The cafes and the restaurant will serve the 2 million annual visitors to the World Heritage Site as well as the people of Delhi. We are hopeful that with the cafes and restaurants become operational within the next 2-3 months,' said Nanda. According to the document, all applicants who have obtained the tender documents after payment of the application fee will be invited to participate in a pre-bid meeting to be held on May 23. The museum is a facility of the Archaeological Survey of India but has been designed and built by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture — at the culmination of 25 years of conservation effort at the 300-acre Humayun's Tomb, Sunder Nursery and Nizamuddin Basti area of Delhi, as part of which over 60 monuments have been conserved.
