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Paranthe Wali Galli

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People of this world can be divided into 3: Those who have no clue about Paranthe Wali Galli. Those who have heard of it. Those who have been there. This entry is intended to enlighten the first category, remind the second of what not to miss and inform the third of what they probably missed. Where is this? Chandni Chowk, Delhi How to get there? The best way to get there is by Delhi Metro. You can get down at Chandni Chowk station and walk to this street. Associated Activities Red Fort Jama Masjid Saree shopping Paranthe Wali Galli literally means bylane of Parantha (fried bread with a filling) makers. The first of the shops was established back in early 1870s. Owing to the increasing popularity of the Paranthas, the founder, Pt. Gaya Prasad brought his relatives to expand the business. Eventually, around 20 shops came up; all run by the members of the same family. According to wikipedia, famous politicians such as Pt. Jawarharlal Nehru, Lal Bahadur Shastri, Jayaprakash Narayan were re...