Delhi being the capital of diverse India has a rich culture and tradition enriched by its cultural integration with invaders and people of different parts of the country. Culture of Delhi is heterogeneous as well as cosmopolitan due to presence of people of diverse origins and foreign settlers. People from each state of India have been migrating to Delhi for livelihood carrying their culture and tradition along.  Delhi is a cosmopolitan city boasting of a rich cultural heritage of the native rulers as well foreign rulers. Delhi is a city caught between ancient charm of the remnants and monuments as well as modern sensibilities reflected in the modern and chic lifestyle. The main components of culture of Delhi include festivals, art, paintings, embroidery, jewellery, handicrafts, cuisine, religion and sports.

Fairs and Festivals

Delhi culture is secular; Hindu, Muslims, Christians, Jains, Buddhists live here peacefully keeping their own culture and tradition. The main religious festivals of Delhi celebrated as a tradition of cultural heritage are Diwali (the festival of lights), Guru Nanak's Birthday , Durga Puja, Holi, Lohri, Maha Shivaratri, Eid  and Buddha Jayanti. Qutub festival is a great cultural festival celebrated at Qutub Minar where musicians and dancers perform with great enthusiasm. Other renowned festivals celebrated by different religious sects are Kite Flying Festival, International Mango Festival, Chhath Puja and Vasant Panchami. Even in each year Delhi witnesses regional folk dance competition. People of all states live here; hence Delhi has a multi-cultural society.

Delhi Cuisine
Due to diverse culture the cuisine of Delhi is also varied. The local people have their North Indian cuisine. The most popular delicacies in Delhi are Punjabi and Mughlai delicacies like kababs and biryanis. The cosmopolitan population of Delhi enrich its cuisine and its several arrays like Rajasthani, Maharashtrian, Bengali, Hyderabadi cuisines, north-eastern  and South Indian food items like idli, sambar and dosa. The popular local delicacies are Chaat and Dahi-Papri. The roadside food outlets in Delhi serve international cuisine including Italian and Chinese. Old Delhi street food is quite famous in Delhi.

Art and Paintings
Art and paintings is a significant part of the tradition of Delhi. Since the Mughal rule Delhi is a hub of art and paintings; designers always invent something new style of paintings and jewelries. The rich legacies of its rich Mughal past are reflected in old city's tangle of snaking lanes and teeming bazaars. It still has some regal havelis (palatial residences) from the past. Chandni Chowk market is famous for its jewellery and Zari saris. The renowned arts and crafts of Delhi are the Zardozi (embroidery done with gold thread) and Meenakari (the art of enameling). A wide variety of Indian handicrafts and handlooms are found in the shops of Dilli Haat, Hauz Khas, and Pragati Maidan.
Delhi travel guide includes all these components of Delhi cultural life. Now Delhi with its ancient legacy has altered into different pool of cultural styles. Cultural and heritage tour to Delhi will make one spellbound.