Delhi by Heart: Impressions of a Pakistani Traveller

Delhi by heart a book picked by chance changed my thoughts about Delhi meri jaan. Born n brought up in Delhi, before reading this book probably I just knew its name. Beautifully written and described it gives a new color to my city. Delhi looks beautiful after looking it with the eyes of now a self acclaimed Pakistani friend. Thanks Mr. Rumi for introducing my city to me. thanks for inspiring me to discover the place. Indeed one of the best books read till date.

I love this book. Raza Rumi has given such a detailed account of the relevant history that is associated with Delhi, I wish I could transport back in time and view the splendor of this city. If you have lived in Delhi at any point in your life then you should read this book. The everyday landmarks you may cross without giving a second thought could be of some prominent noble from back in the age. My only regret, I can't read Urdu else would have consumed all of poems, gazals and everything written about Delhi or by its once upon a time residents.

Quite a good read from a Pakistani traveller's point of view. I don't agree with the author on the third chapter still this book is recommended makes a good reading. One thing is remarkable tgat every muslim author of whose work I have read so far agrees that they had a Hindu ancestry.

Didn't know Delhi is so fascinating. Visited 'Humayun's Tomb' but didn't have the precious eyes of Raza with me. Going through the book I realise I've missed so much. His mesmerizing descriptions of the people, the places and the events lures me to visit Delhi once again and follow his itinerary thoroughly.

If you live in Delhi and want to understand its ethos and evolution then this book is a must read. Written by a Pakistani it brings a whole new perspective to one's understanding of Delhi. From Sufism to food, from architecture to arches, from bastis to townships, from personalities to passport issues, the juxtaposition is put together in lucid prose. If you are a fan of Delhi or want someone else to share your passion about the city go ahead and buy this book to put words to you wishes.

Must read for every reading freak out there and the person who loves/admires Delhi

Very much balanced, writing not very gripping, some information is great ,some is not even correct, though start of book is very promising but it fades towards end.

Just amazing great research one pen has strength to change the world Mr rumi definitely changed many people perspective towards his nation how hard how passionately he engaged himself to pen down evrythng for another nation learn to love live and write these things are beyond religion caste creed and races hats off to you Rumi sir❤️