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New Delhi
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View full US State Dept advisoryNew Delhi is one of the world's great megacities — a dense overlap of Mughal ruins, British colonial grandeur, and modern urban India. Old Delhi's labyrinthine bazaars and the Red Fort contrast with the wide boulevards and monuments of Lutyens' Delhi. The street food alone justifies the trip.
Local Advisories
Common scams and safety notes for New Delhi, from travelers and public reporting — not a substitute for your government's official travel advisory.
Fake "Official" Tourism OfficesCommon Scam
Touts direct new arrivals at the airport or train station to a fake "official tourism office" selling inflated tour packages. The real Government of India Tourism office is at 88 Janpath.
Crowded Markets & Rush-Hour MetroPickpocketing
Crowded markets (Chandni Chowk, Sarojini Nagar) and the Delhi Metro during rush hour see the most reported pickpocketing.
Insist on the MeterTransport
Always insist on the meter in auto-rickshaws or use a rideshare app (Uber/Ola). Unmetered rides are routinely overcharged for tourists.
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