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Through his brilliant storytelling and impeccable research, Rameen has the unique ability to make you fall in love with Delhi and history (all over again for me). I have been... read more part of several of his very well curated walks and baithaks in Delhi and a one day trip to Deeg. Rameen has a unique ability to turn history into a beautiful community building experience. He knows how to skillfully break down the complex historical details into the most captivating tales that can be understood by all and takes great pain to filter out myths from facts. What sets him apart is his dedication and sincerity towards his craft and a bond that he shares with the community that he has built from scratch. Can't recommend enough.
May 25, 2024
I cant emphasise enough on how good of a storyteller Rameen is. He knows his way around words and can keep the audience with him for as long as 3-4... read more hours. Another brilliant thing about Rameen is that he goes beyond the usuals and tries to cover as many heritage sites as possible. I've been in Delhi all my life but didn't know that there existed so many places I had no clue of. Been a cheerleader of City Tales since day1, will forever be!
May 17, 2024
I have had the privilege of experiencing several baithaks and walks and one outstation tour with Rameen. He is a story-teller par excellence! Rameen’s ability to pepper his broad... read more canvas of knowledge of history by connecting the dots of his well-researched – seemingly disparate - characters and incidents into one wholesome fare is beyond comparison. What’s more, he makes them so relatable and tangible. It is like that bit of history happening right before you, right now – like a montage: so good is his communication and story-telling skill. No wonder his group of followers has grown exponentially in just over a year as he has infected everyone with his love and passion for history. Rameen is also a very considerate organizer. He keeps all participants informed of every step of a Sunday event. He also plans his outstation trips around and between public holidays to minimize working people having to take more leave. The trips are also very well-organised in a manner that it remains within reach of all history aficionados. I will always remain grateful to Rameen for sharpening my – thus far - peripheral interest in and knowledge of history. I look forward to learning much more from him and wish him endless success in the years to come.
May 25, 2024
Rameen Bhai is excellent story teller with lots of knowledge about history/monuments. I have attended more than 50 walks/Baithak/tours including his first walk of Qutub Minar on 11th Dec22. ... read more Not only his content is excellent, he also brings out his unique storytelling style to make it so much more interesting for the audience. Rameen Bhai is incredible- highly recommend his Delhi walks, Domestic tours in India and International Tours!
May 11, 2024
I was recommended to be part of City Tales by a relative and since my first walk in September 2023 - I have got addicted to City Tales. I have... read more attended 10 + walks and tours and have thoroughly enjoyed my experience So many things that make my experience stand out. The sheer brilliance of Rameen's storytelling, the joy of uncovering the hidden monuments of Delhi & India and listening to their forgotten stories. The icing on the cake has been meeting & knowing some great people. Always looking forward to the next walk & tour!
March 28, 2024
My name is Shorya Sood.I a person with disability and on wheelchair. I have found Mr Rameen Khan very sensitive towards persons with disability. Its really awesome experience to attend... read more the walks of Khoj city Tales founded by Mr Rameen Khan. He is a amazing story teller and has a great sense of humour. Mr Rameen Khan informes me about the accessibility of the venus before attending the walks. He tries to ensure that I don't miss any part of the walks due to accessibility related problems. I like his inclusive and sensitive attitude towards persons with disabilities. I find that Mr Rameen Khan tried to always find means to ensure that I understand the portions of the walk if I am not able to go to a place due to accessibility related issues. For instance, he makes sure that someone records the portions of the walk which are not wheelchair accessible on mobile phone. I look forward to attending many more walks of Khoj city Tales. Its a great initiative by Mr Rameen Khan. My best wishes to Khoj city Tales. May it continue to scale new heights and achieve lots of success.
April 4, 2024
City Tales is amazing. Rameen sir is amazing. I am very grateful to almighty that I came across them. Every Sunday mornings are full of amazing story telling sessions now.... read more It occurs like all the history is unfolding in front of your eyes. The best thing about our past is that it teaches u a lot about your present and future. As Marx rightly said, History repeats itself - first as a tragedy and second as a farce. For academic purpose also, these walks are very helpful as u will be able to relate with the subject much better then and will understand the nuances. They organises day tours also to various cities frequently. Do give it a try guys. you'll absolutely love it.😊
April 4, 2024
City tales for me is more of an emotion. I had started following the page much before the walks/baithaks were started by Rameen and I was fascinated by the way... read more City Tales depicted heritage by drawing a comparison of how it looked then versus now. I specially want to thank Rameen for putting his heart and soul into city tales due to which a heritage/ history lover like me looks forward to every Sunday of the week.
April 4, 2024
I have been part of Citytales for a year now. Rameen’s narration of history is impeccable. The character establishment & context setting makes it the easier for any newbie to... read more understand the story. The sprinkling of humour adds a dimension that makes it delightful to listen. I have also been part of tours where the engagement is for much longer duration. It’s an experience entirely different from walks as there is something more than history- great food. Add to this, one gets to meet some amazing people through the trips and walks. Kudos to Rameen for the awesome work he is doing 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
April 6, 2024
With all the hustle and bustle of this fast paced life, I had almost forgotten my love for stories and the way in which they connect us to our past.... read more Thanks to a friend, I was introduced to Rameen and his lovely family of Citytales a few months back. In every single walk, the common thing you'd notice is everyone would be leaving with a smile on their face. That's the magic of Rameen's words. I've fallen in love with the way in which he brings pieces of our history together into a beautiful story in the backdrop of some beautiful locations. I look forward to attending these simple yet magnificent walks for years to come.
March 28, 2024
The walk at Sundar Nursery with Rameen surpassed my previous bland solo visit to Sunday Nursery. Rameen is evidently passionate about history and storytelling, and his 'qissa goi' about the... read more Mughals and the various fights for succession captivated everyone's mind, making it an enriching experience. I highly recommend City Tales to anyone who wishes to explore the wonderful heritage of Delhi and take back lovely memories.
May 13, 2024
The heritage walks of City tales started serendipitously for me on a friend's recommendation. It soon became a weekly obsession, converting me into a big history buff . An... read more impartial, nuanced look into history is the hallmark of Rameen's talks. Each walk or 'Baithak' is deeply researched. For a brief moment in time, places, people and incidents come alive for all as we uncover times past. The "Tribe" as we regulars like to call ourselves is slowly increasing. A testament to the universal appeal of Rameen's story telling. Definitely recommend one to experience it once. I'm sure you'll be one of the tribe soon.
April 4, 2024
I’ve been attending walks led by Mr. Rameen Khan since May 2023 (whenever I get time off from college) and I’m not exaggerating when I say he’s absolutely the best.... read more From that first walk itself, it was evident that he’s an incredibly passionate storyteller with a deep connection to history and culture. His extensive knowledge, historical facts with even the most obscure details, his insights and ability to weave a narrative have literally brought each heritage site to life. Sir’s walks would effortlessly transport you back in time so you can live it. Moreover, it is also his sense of inclusivity and ability to cater to the diverse questions of the attendees, ensuring everyone feels enriched by the experience. Also, I’ve gotten to know about so many hidden gems through him like the shivalayas in the bylanes of Katra Neel or the Begumpur Mosque or Atgah Khan’s Tomb. Definitely go with Mr. Rameen Khan of City Tales, he’ll exceed your expectations and leave you with an enriching and unforgettable experience, I simply cannot recommend his walks enough!
April 4, 2024
Writing this review after attending 14 walks and 2 tours, almost in a stretch. The best part of Rameen's walks is that you would come across the absolute authentic... read more information from the most authentic books of the field. His walks won't just be fun-tours; they are heritage walks in 'literal sense', so much so that it even adds into your core 'academic' understanding. From architectural elements of monuments, old paintings, maps to the in-depth stories, all are the part of the walks. Rameen is an exceptional story teller who puts his heart and soul in his work; he is simply in love with it. As a result he is able to convey the most complicated details in the most lucid and delightful manner. If you love the core history in its raw form and are looking for the nitty gritty details of it in the most simplistic, yet in its most charming form, Rameen's walks are strongly and highly recommended.
April 8, 2024
1) Mission Mandu & Indore - August 2023 2) Heaven's along the Yamuna (Agra) - November 2023 3) The Hampi Tour (Vijayanagara) - January 2024 4) Karwan-e-Awadh... read more (Lucknow) - March 2024 ...and the journey continues. The Historical 'affair' that started with City Tales in 2023 continued this year also with my recent tour of Lucknow. The City of 'Nawabs' is Rich - Historically, Culturally & Culinary wise. The tour itinerary was so well devised to cover all aspects of it. And so, while traversing the bylanes of the City you find yourself standing in front of a monument, deeply immersed in an historical anecdote and made equally interesting by the exceptional oratory skills of Rameen. In another moment you are savouring a street delicacy. While doing so Rameen manages to make sure that you have best of both the worlds. No matter what kind of traveller (not tourist) you are - a Novice, an Amateur (like me!) or a well read Intellectual - be ready for a long day. When you retreat back to your hotel you feel rejoiced with new discoveries, experiences and find youself enriched with new perspectives. See you again City Tales !
May 12, 2024
It’s mesmerising to be with Khoj’s story teller Rameen. Where the hour begins and 4 hours lapse is a wonder in itself on a Sunday morning. He is not just... read more a great storyteller but also master of his subject.
April 4, 2024
I have attended many baithaks and walks with Rameen and it's always been pleasurable. He is a great story teller, open to questions and discussions, and ends up showing the... read more city in new light, adorned with stories and incidents that I would have never known about.
May 22, 2024
Rameen Khan is synonymous with rediscovery and reawakening of Monuments and Marvels of History. The Monuments, The Place, Those times speak to you through Rameen Only a work done... read more with so much passion, honesty and humility could turn out to be impactful, impressive and innovative. Every walk, every story, every tour is a genius piece of art. Rameen puts all effort and energy to bring out the past alive for you! City Tales born to be unmatchable, unbeatable and unstoppable!
April 27, 2024
I wish there were more than 5 stars to give. City Tales is like stepping into a time machine every Sunday with Rameen Khan, aka heritagewala, as our guide through... read more Delhi's hidden gems. Trust me, you won't find a better way to spend your Sunday mornings! Rameen's love for history is contagious. He's not just a storyteller; he's a magician who brings the past to life with his tales. And the best part? He's totally unbiased and sets the record straight between fact and fiction. His energy is so infectious, and his storytelling skills are off the charts. Seriously, you'll find yourself hanging onto his every word, completely mesmerized by his passion for the city's monuments. What I love most is that City Tales doesn't burn a hole in your pocket. It's affordable for everyone, and trust me, you'll feel like you got more than your money's worth by the end of it, "Full Paisa Wasool"!! And it's not just me who's hooked. I've seen students and UPSC aspirants taking notes like it's a live class! It's the perfect blend of fun and education. Lastly, Citytales has a wonderful surprise bonus for the walkers after every walk. I've been on these walks for more than a year now, and honestly, I plan my weekends around Rameen's schedule. That's how much I love it! I call him the Best Raconteur of the town. Big shoutout to Rameen for making history cool again. Keep doing what you're doing, City Tales! Love Soumya
April 8, 2024
City Tales....what an amazing journey I'm enjoying with you. I was recommended to be a part of City Tales by one of my friend and after following citytales for 6... read more months at Instagram ,I have decided to do my first walk in September 2023 - and since then I have got addicted to City Tales. I have attended 10+ walks and have thoroughly enjoyed my experience of stories and reliving the era. Rameen is an extraordinary and amazing story teller which makes you fall in love with his stories. His constant efforts towards the knowledge of history and books are exceptional. The icing on the cake is his friendly behaviour. Always looking forward to the next walk and so many unheard stories and unexplored experiences with citytales and Rameen
March 28, 2024
If you love monuments coming to life with surreal chronicles filled with every bit of joy, mystery, wonder or making it leave an astouding impression of the difference the oration... read more of legit and genuine historical accounts and tales make. This is the place for you.
April 27, 2024
How does one begin to describe the magic woven by Rameen and City tales in our life? What began as a lazy Sunday morning sojourn I'm December 2022, soon turned... read more into a weekly passion event. Rameen made us fall in love with Delhi, a city that has been home for us for more than a decade. His exceptional story telling skills and deep understanding of historical nuances, will enchant you to no end. Looking forward to many more fascinating Sunday walks and Khoj excursions with Rameen and City tales. #khoj #rameen #citytales #delhi
April 27, 2024
Walks, baithaks and tours conducted by Citytales are a treasure trove for anyone looking for an authentic account of history. One can discover and rediscover the hidden, ignored, as well... read more as seemingly apparent facets of places, people and events.
March 28, 2024
Rameen is a one of a kind storyteller. His heritage walks are extremely insightful and engaging, and offers a unique perspective on history and heritage. Apart from the frequent Sunday... read more morning walks, I’ve had an opportunity to visit Agra on a 2 day trip with the City Tales team. It was an incredible and enriching experience. You’re definitely missing out if you’re not exploring Delhi through his stories!
April 27, 2024