Chandni Chowk | |
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Coordinates: 28°39′22″N 77°13′52″E / 28.656°N 77.231°E | |
Country | India |
Union Territory | Delhi |
District | Central Delhi |
Metro | Chandni Chowk |
Languages | |
• Official | Hindi, Urdu |
Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
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Planning agency | MCD |
Website | https://delhitourism.travel/chandni-chowk-delhi |
The Chandni Chowk (meaning Moonlight Square) is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi, India. It is located close to the Old Delhi Railway Station. The Red Fort monument is located at the eastern end of Chandni Chowk. It was built in 1650 by the Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, and designed by his daughter, Jahanara. The market was once divided by canals (now closed) to reflect moonlight. It remains one of India's largest wholesale markets.[1][2]