Discover the historic allure of Ganj Meer Khan in Old Delhi, where the past dances with modernity in a five-story symphony. A journey through architectural marvels
In our ‘Walled City dictionary’ series, we delve into the heart of Old Delhi, exploring the unique character of each locality. Ganj Meer Khan, a corner of this historic neighborhood, unfolds a story where modernity meets tradition.
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Amidst the towering multistories, a five-story structure stands like Everest in the narrow lanes of Ganj Meer Khan. Despite its modern stature, the ground level serves the daily needs of the community—a butcher, a cook, a pharmacist—a harmonious blend of contemporary and centuries-old lifestyles.
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Wandering through the streets, remnants of a collapsed house merge seamlessly with the daily rhythm of Ganj Meer Khan. The locality, nestled close to the vanished city wall, showcases architectural marvels with minute detailing. From intricately curtained doors to pigeon houses crisscrossing gateways, the neighborhood exudes charm.
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In a dimly lit workshop, young machine repairers toil amidst the scent of agarbatti, surrounded by unpainted brick walls bearing the imprints of taaks—old-fashioned niches for household items. Ganj Meer Khan, rich in history, holds a mansion once owned by Persian scholar Yunus Jaffery, whose generous family donated his prized books to city libraries. As a veteran street dweller reminisces, Ganj Meer Khan emerges as a suburb with a Mughal-era legacy, where the past gracefully coexists with the present.
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