Absolute Delhi: Hidden Delhi Gems That You Would Love to Discover

Are you a Delhi resident who wants to know more about your city but doesn’t know where to begin?

Absolute Delhi introduces you to a quick snapshot of Delhi’s history, connecting you with the many layers of Delhi’s culture, and acquaints you with six remarkable hidden gems of the city that you probably never knew existed. Even if you vaguely knew of their existence, you have probably never visited them.

Written in an entertaining, easy-to-read style, Absolute Delhi is a must-read for Delhi-ites curious to know more about their city and the wonderful historical and cultural legacy of which they are a part. It will either inspire you to explore and discover these hidden gems for yourself or at least seek out a comfortable chair to sit in and read.

""This is a travelogue, guide book and history book in one, essential for those who would like to know the city better, and with surprises for those who feel they know it already.”

- Swapna Liddle

Author, Historian, Convenor of the Delhi Chapter, INTACH

""The author brings alive….his journey of discovery, and in doing so encourages readers to head out on their own journeys, to find their favorite sites amongst the hundreds the city has to offer”

- Ratish Nanda,

Chief Executive, Aga Khan Trust for Culture, India

Adil Ahmad is a senior executive at a multinational company and has lived and worked as a business leader in many countries. But while the fast moving world of consumer goods is his livelihood, Adil's passion has always been history and culture, especially exploring and discovering the fascinating monuments of Delhi.

Perhaps the seeds of this passion were planted in Adil when he was a history student here at Delhi University. He is deeply curious about the city, inquisitive about its remarkable backstories and skilled at picking up the 'hidden gems' that he knows will interest fellow Delhi-ites. He presents these to readers in an easy writing style like a friend would, with the right mix of research, facts, atmosphere and description.

Adil is currently based in Mumbai as the Global CMO of Tata Global Beverages. He is an alumnus of St. Stephens College, Delhi and Doon School.

You can contact Adil at: adil@absolutedelhi.in