A foreign travel vlogger recently shared her positive opinion about Delhi on Instagram and urged people not to believe the negative stereotypes about the city. The vlogger presented the diverse and vibrant experiences of Delhi and said that every aspect of this city should be seen for oneself to understand it properly.
The travel vlogger, known as ‘Bella and Her Backpack’ on Instagram, shared a video of her tour of Delhi, in which she showed the historical sites, vibrant markets and diverse cultural traditions of the city. The video covered major places of Delhi like Hauz Khas, Chandni Chowk, Sarojini Nagar and Safdarjung Enclave. The vlogger wrote in the caption of this video, “I love Delhi and I think you should spend a lot of time there.”
The beauty of diverse experiences of Delhi
The vlogger showed Delhi beyond its stereotypical portrayal. He also said that the Delhi experience is not just limited to its traffic and pollution, but its rich culture, historical sites, delicious food and vibrant markets make it a unique experience. He said that Delhi has something for everyone – be it a history lover or a shopaholic, or someone looking for another cultural experience.
Video received an overwhelming response
The video has so far been viewed over 769,000 times and has received almost 50,000 likes. In the comments section of the video, many users praised the vlogger and said that he showed the real face of Delhi. One user wrote, “I am glad he saw the real Delhi – from food to culture, we have everything.”
Another commented, “Most tourists visit the wrong places and then complain.” While a third user wrote, “People should stop seeing Delhi as a survival challenge. It’s a beautiful city!”
Positive opinions and negativity of the media
Some users also shared views on how the media often presents Delhi in a negative way. One user said, “Delhi has everything – chaos, beauty, history and fun!” Another wrote, “The negativity is exaggerated. This video is refreshing!” Many users also shared their Delhi travel experiences through this video. One user wrote, “I have hosted many foreign friends here, and they all love Delhi.” Another Instagram user said, “Delhi is magical if you know where to go.”
Vlogger’s Delhi trip and users’ reaction
After the video was shared, Delhiites and tourists welcomed the vlogger’s views. One user wrote, “I am living in Delhi and am so happy to see you spending your time here.” Another said, “As a Delhi girl, this is a perfect itinerary.” Seeing such a positive response to Delhi, it is evident that the city has a lot to offer that is usually overlooked. This video serves as an awareness for those who identify Delhi only with its problems and negative aspects.