Welcome to Andaz Delhi. Opening December 2016.
Be immersed in the ever changing culture of Delhi and be inspired to explore this wonderful city. 401 Arrive a visitor. Depart a local. Reasons to Fall in Love with Delhi
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At Andaz Delhi, we are committed to creating an inspiring experience through a kaleidoscope of local culture. Delhi conveys the diversity, festivity, colours, culture, history and traditions of India but with its own eclectic spirit. Here, you will be immersed in the ever-changing culture of Delhi through ‘401 Reasons to Fall in Love with Delhi’. Why 401 reasons? It’s simple. Andaz Delhi has 401 guestrooms. Every room has its own reason, and, as you enter your guestroom or suite, you will also find a unique piece of art, illustrating each reason. We have selected a handful of reasons in this booklet, which we hope inspire you to explore and fall in love with the wonderful city of Delhi.
Andaz Delhi is the first Andaz hotel in India. Andaz derives its name from the Hindi word for “personal style”, inviting you to engage in a personal sense of luxury. Enjoy an essence of local culture in everything that you experience during your stay at this one-of-a-kind luxury lifestyle hotel. Hosts will make every effort to ensure you are well looked after and feel at home. Andaz Delhi reflects a classic modernist philosophy of design, offering contemporary elegance with a real sense of scale that creates a relaxed residential feel. We hope that Andaz Delhi will become your home in Delhi, and give you one more reason to fall in love with the city.
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Concept & Writing: Fiona Caulfield Andaz Delhi
At Andaz Delhi, we are committed to creating an inspiring experience through a kaleidoscope of local culture. Delhi conveys the diversity, festivity, colours, culture, history and traditions of India but with its own eclectic spirit. Here, you will be immersed in the ever-changing culture of Delhi through ‘401 Reasons to Fall in Love with Delhi’. Why 401 reasons? It’s simple. Andaz Delhi has 401 guestrooms. Every room has its own reason, and, as you enter your guestroom or suite, you will also find a unique piece of art, illustrating each reason. We have selected a handful of reasons in this booklet, which we hope inspire you to explore and fall in love with the wonderful city of Delhi.
Andaz Delhi is the first Andaz hotel in India. Andaz derives its name from the Hindi word for “personal style”, inviting you to engage in a personal sense of luxury. Enjoy an essence of local culture in everything that you experience during your stay at this one-of-a-kind luxury lifestyle hotel. Hosts will make every effort to ensure you are well looked after and feel at home. Andaz Delhi reflects a classic modernist philosophy of design, offering contemporary elegance with a real sense of scale that creates a relaxed residential feel. We hope that Andaz Delhi will become your home in Delhi, and give you one Lodhi Art District more reason to fall in love with the city.
In December 2015 over 25 Indian and international artists worked to trans- Arrive a visitor. Depart a local. form the Lodhi Colony neighbourhood into the first public art district in India. This open-air gallery, which is accessible to everyone, is located between Khan Market and Mehar Chand Market. As well as brightening this area, the initiative hopes to encourage people to be more conscious of their environ- ment and fuel the growth of street art in India.
Concept & Writing: Fiona Caulfield Lodhi Colony, New Delhi. The Carpet Cellar
Mr. Sheel Chandra created this specialist carpet store in Delhi over 40 years ago. He is also the proud owner of one of the world’s largest private carpet collections and enjoys sharing his vast knowledge with customers.
1 Anand Lok, Khel Gaon Marg, South Delhi.
Gulabsingh Johrimal
Dating back to 1816, this is one of the oldest and sweet- est smelling shops in Delhi. It’s a specialist attar (essen- tial oil) shop that displays the fragrant oils in old glass decanters and also sells incense sticks, sandalwood soap and rosewater.
320 Dariba Kalan, Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
Bangle Bazaar
The stalls in this specialist bazaar stock the widest array of bangles imaginable. Not only are the rainbow of col- ours a delight but also the jingling and tinkling of glass bangles is one of the signature sounds of the city.
Outside of Hanuman Mandir, Baba Kharak Singh Road in Connaught Place, New Delhi. The Carpet Cellar
Mr. Sheel Chandra created this specialist carpet store in Delhi over 40 years ago. He is also the proud owner of one of the world’s largest private carpet collections and enjoys sharing his vast knowledge with customers.
1 Anand Lok, Khel Gaon Marg, South Delhi.
Gulabsingh Johrimal
Dating back to 1816, this is one of the oldest and sweet- est smelling shops in Delhi. It’s a specialist attar (essen- tial oil) shop that displays the fragrant oils in old glass decanters and also sells incense sticks, sandalwood soap and rosewater.
320 Dariba Kalan, Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
Bangle Bazaar
The stalls in this specialist bazaar stock the widest array of bangles imaginable. Not only are the rainbow of col- ours a delight but also the jingling and tinkling of glass bangles is one of the signature sounds of the city.
Outside of Hanuman Mandir, Baba Kharak Singh Road in Connaught Place, New Delhi.
A tree called Susan
The peelu is a native tree of Delhi but is becoming rare. There are a number at the Delhi Golf Course including one famous peelu in the middle of the third fairway. We are not sure who named her but she is known as Susan or Susie, and today she looks a little battered, as a few too many golf balls have landed on her.
Delhi Golf Course, Dr. Zakir Hussain Road, New Delhi.
National Bonsai Park
This specialist park showcases the Japanese art of growing miniature trees in containers. The goal of bonsai is to mimic the shape and style of mature full size trees and, if cared for well, they can survive many years to be handed down through generations. Some bonsai trees are even known to be over 500 years old. The Indian Bonsai Association hosts a popular annual exhibition here in March/April.
Lodhi Gardens, Lodhi Road, New Delhi.
Sanjay Van
This dense urban forest with thorny vegetation is spread over "Salvadora persica” by Wil- liam Roxburgh (1751-1815), close to 800 acres and is a favourite spot for in-the-know Joseph Banks (1774-1820) cyclists, runners and birding enthusiasts. Look out for the is licensed under CC-PD- Mark from wikimedia, Eurasian golden oriole, Asian koel, brahminy starling, purple Cropped, cutout and sunbird and white-breasted kingfisher. Early mornings you colour edited from the original picture, illustration may also spot deer, nilgais (blue bulls) and golden jackals. by The Brewhouse.
Near Vasant Kunj, South Delhi. Mehrauli Archaeological Park
This 200-acre area is home to a vast number of diverse historically and/or architecturally significant monu- ments. There are over 400 structures including tombs, mosques, stepwells and fortifications from the 10th century onwards. These include the pre-Islamic, Sultan- ate, Mughal and British periods. It is also the only area in Delhi that has had over 1,000 years of continuous inhabitation. The leafy green park contains some of the great historic treasures of Delhi including the prettiest baoli (stepwell), the best-preserved tomb interior and woodland sprinkled with romantic ruins.
Mehrauli, adjacent to the Qutb Minar World Heritage Site, Mehrauli, South Delhi.
Madhi Masjid
There are several mosques in and around the Mehrauli Archaeological Park but this is the most interesting. It dates back to the 15th century, has a fine entrance and a semi-wall-mosque interior, with the central mihrab “Ming_herbal_(painting);_Peacock_ (prayer niche) open to the sky but the two prayer halls, Wellcome_L0039441” by Zhou Rong- qi, courtesy Wellcome Library, London which were once intricately decorated, are covered. is licensed under CC-BY-4.0, “Entrance It is no longer an active place of worship and is now to Tomb of Khan Shahid, Mehrauli” (Entrance_to_Tomb_of_Khan_Sha- an Archaeological Survey of India protected monument. hid,_Mehrauli.jpg) by Varun Shiv Kapur is licensed under CC-BY-2.0, Cropped and colour edited from the Near Jain Mandir Dadabadi, Mehrauli Archaeological original picture. Park, Mehrauli, South Delhi. Mehrauli Archaeological Park
This 200-acre area is home to a vast number of diverse historically and/or architecturally significant monu- ments. There are over 400 structures including tombs, mosques, stepwells and fortifications from the 10th century onwards. These include the pre-Islamic, Sultan- ate, Mughal and British periods. It is also the only area in Delhi that has had over 1,000 years of continuous inhabitation. The leafy green park contains some of the great historic treasures of Delhi including the prettiest baoli (stepwell), the best-preserved tomb interior and woodland sprinkled with romantic ruins.
Mehrauli, adjacent to the Qutb Minar World Heritage Site, Mehrauli, South Delhi.
Madhi Masjid
There are several mosques in and around the Mehrauli Archaeological Park but this is the most interesting. It dates back to the 15th century, has a fine entrance and a semi-wall-mosque interior, with the central mihrab “Ming_herbal_(painting);_Peacock_ (prayer niche) open to the sky but the two prayer halls, Wellcome_L0039441” by Zhou Rong- qi, courtesy Wellcome Library, London which were once intricately decorated, are covered. is licensed under CC-BY-4.0, “Entrance It is no longer an active place of worship and is now to Tomb of Khan Shahid, Mehrauli” (Entrance_to_Tomb_of_Khan_Sha- an Archaeological Survey of India protected monument. hid,_Mehrauli.jpg) by Varun Shiv Kapur is licensed under CC-BY-2.0, Cropped and colour edited from the Near Jain Mandir Dadabadi, Mehrauli Archaeological original picture. Park, Mehrauli, South Delhi.
National Gallery of Modern Art
This landmark gallery is housed in a 1930s building that was once the residence of the Maharajah of Jaipur. The original butterfly shaped building, with an impressive central dome, now hosts temporary exhibitions. In 2009, a much larger building was constructed to accommodate India’s best collection of modern and contemporary art, with over 17,000 paintings, sculptures, prints and photo- graphs. The collection focuses on works from the 1850s to the current day. All of the major Indian artists are rep- resented, including Raja Ravi Varma, Rabindranath Tagore, Jamini Roy, Amrita Sher-Gil, M.F. Hussain, F.N. Souza and modern day artists such as Subodh Gupta. There are also works by foreign artists including some fine landscapes by British landscape artist Thomas Daniell who spent ten years in India at the end of the 18th century.
Jaipur House, south side of India Gate, New Delhi.
Gallery Nature Morte
One of India’s best contemporary commercial galleries was founded by Peter Nagy, an artist, curator, writer and exhibition coordinator. He moved from New York to India and started the gallery in 1997. Peter is known for discov- ering emerging Indian artists and presenting challenging and experimental work. Today he represents over 25 of India’s best contemporary artists including Subodh Gupta, Jitish Kallat, Anita Dube, Mithu Sen, Jagannath Panda, Mona Rai, Pushpamala N., Thukral & Tagra, Raqs Media Collective and Asim Waqif.
A1 Neeti Bagh, New Delhi. Khari Baoli
Asia’s largest spice market has been operating contin- uously for over 400 years and many of the traders are the tenth generation of their family to work here. Baoli means ‘stepwell’ and khari means ‘salty’. It is believed that the name is derived from a saline water stepwell that existed on the site in the 15th century. Today the bustling bazaar is a maze of small lanes, some only a few feet wide, lined with stalls selling spices, of course, but also herbs, dried fruits, nuts, grains, sweets, kitchen- ware and ayurvedic supplies. Be seduced by the visual and fragrant splendour but be aware that most traders sell only by the sack or by the kilo. Follow your nose to the landmark Gadodia building, the chilli market, and climb to the rooftop for spectacular views.
Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
Lassi
Lassi is the much-loved yoghurt drink enjoyed all over India. The sweet-tart drink is consumed in vast quantities in Delhi and may be served in ornate hand-etched silver and brass cups, or terracotta tumblers and even plastic cups. The drink is whisked curd (yoghurt) with sugar and can be served plain or flavoured with mango, rose, banana, cumin or saffron. Old Delhi has a number of famed lassi shops, including Meghraj that dates back to 1900 and Amritsari Lassiwallah, founded in 1974.
Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi. Khari Baoli
Asia’s largest spice market has been operating contin- uously for over 400 years and many of the traders are the tenth generation of their family to work here. Baoli means ‘stepwell’ and khari means ‘salty’. It is believed that the name is derived from a saline water stepwell that existed on the site in the 15th century. Today the bustling bazaar is a maze of small lanes, some only a few feet wide, lined with stalls selling spices, of course, but also herbs, dried fruits, nuts, grains, sweets, kitchen- ware and ayurvedic supplies. Be seduced by the visual and fragrant splendour but be aware that most traders sell only by the sack or by the kilo. Follow your nose to the landmark Gadodia building, the chilli market, and climb to the rooftop for spectacular views.
Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi.
Lassi
Lassi is the much-loved yoghurt drink enjoyed all over India. The sweet-tart drink is consumed in vast quantities in Delhi and may be served in ornate hand-etched silver and brass cups, or terracotta tumblers and even plastic cups. The drink is whisked curd (yoghurt) with sugar and can be served plain or flavoured with mango, rose, banana, cumin or saffron. Old Delhi has a number of famed lassi shops, including Meghraj that dates back to 1900 and Amritsari Lassiwallah, founded in 1974.
Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi. YOUR STYLE CAN'T BE CONTAINED, BUT BRING IT ANYWAY
At Andaz Delhi, you’ll find that your personal style is celebrated in an environment infused with the character of Delhi.
Discover spaces that immerse you into the beauty of the native culture while our restaurants offer regionally inspired dishes and drinks crafted by local chefs and bartenders. Like every Andaz hotel and resort, we offer complimentary Wi-Fi and local calls as well as complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages in your room.
Open new doors to Delhi and discover some of the many reasons to fall in love with this city when you stay at Andaz Delhi. Book our opening rate of INR 8,888* + taxes which includes daily buffet breakfast inspired by seasonally sourced ingredients, two-way airport transfers, and 24 hours a day check-in / checkout. Hyatt Gold Passport™ members can also earn 4,444 bonus points by using offer code “AZOPEN”*.
LEARN MORE AT ANDAZDELHI.COM
*Terms and conditions apply. See Hyatt.com for details. YOUR STYLE CAN'T BE CONTAINED, BUT BRING IT ANYWAY
At Andaz Delhi, you’ll find that your personal style is celebrated in an environment infused with the character of Delhi.
Discover spaces that immerse you into the beauty of the native culture while our restaurants offer regionally inspired dishes and drinks crafted by local chefs and bartenders. Like every Andaz hotel and resort, we offer complimentary Wi-Fi and local calls as well as complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages in your room.
Open new doors to Delhi and discover some of the many reasons to fall in love with this city when you stay at Andaz Delhi. Book our opening rate of INR 8,888* + taxes which includes daily buffet breakfast inspired by seasonally sourced ingredients, two-way airport transfers, and 24 hours a day check-in / checkout. Hyatt Gold Passport™ members can also earn 4,444 bonus points by using offer code “AZOPEN”*.
LEARN MORE AT ANDAZDELHI.COM
*Terms and conditions apply. See Hyatt.com for details. Welcome to Andaz Delhi. Opening December 2016.
Be immersed in the ever changing culture of Delhi and be inspired to explore this wonderful city. 401 Arrive a visitor. Depart a local. Reasons to Fall in Love with Delhi
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