Shahdara

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Shahdara is a geographical region in the city of Delhi. It is on the banks of Yamuna River. It is one of the oldest localities of Delhi. This region is the headquarters of the newly formed Shahdara district.

History[change | change source]

Shahdara was established by a Mughal king. In Urdu, Shahdara means "door of kings". One of the oldest market, Chandrawali village was here.[1]

Reference[change | change source]

  1. "Shahdara - Delhi Information". www.delhiinformation.in.[permanent dead link]