New Delhi, the capital of India, might not be the easiest city to live in but it grows on you, and visitors are always awed by the amazing juxtaposition of modernity and history. You turn a corner and suddenly a multistoried building gives way to an ancient ruin—much like Rome. Delhi is dotted with remnants of mosques, forts and gardens from the Mughal era (1526 to 1757). Being the capital, it’s also a city of migrants. People from all over India come in search of fame, fortune or simply a livelihood and the population is a heady mix of north, south, west and east. The multicultural vibrancy is reflected all over the city in myriad ways, but especially in the markets, where you will get to see, hear and taste all the various shades of India. Spending some time in this melting pot? Here’s how to go about it