As far as history is concerned, the street witnessed the bloody massacre of 1739, ordered by the cruel invader Nadir Shah. It was here that the soldiers of the Persian army killed many innocent citizens of Delhi and looted the precious gem stones and gold jewelry stored in the shops at Dariba Kalan. 

Location: The street next to the Esplanade Road before just before Gurdwara Sisganj on the Chandni Chowk road 

Famous as: Street of the Incomparable Pearl/ Jewelers' street

Time to visit: Open on all days, except on Sunday

Preferred Timings: 11.30 am to 8.00 pm 

Admission Fees: Free and open to all 

Photography charges: nil 

How to Reach:Tourists can either take local buses from various points within the city to reach this market, or they can hire auto-rickshaws, taxis and metro rail. 

Nearest Railway Station: Old Delhi Railway Station

Nearest Metro Station: Delhi Main 

During festivals and especially during Dussehra, the whole bazaar takes a different look and character. The shops sell all kinds of items needed to perform Ram Lila (theatrical performances from the epic Ramayana that are held during Dussehra in different places of the capital) like ten heads of the evil character Ravana, bows and arrows of the epic hero Rama, cardboard swords for the both armies among many things. The bazaar also becomes the center of attraction during the festival of Holi and Rakshabandhan. 
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