The walk will trace the multi-layered history of Old Gurgaon, through the bylanes of Jacobpura.

Jacobpura- a small settlement in the village of Hidayatpur chawani was Founded and named after the local Deputy Commissioner, an Englishman by the name of Mr. Jacob, in the year 1861. The small settlement was planned to accommodate staff of the British East India Company, which later was mostly occupied by the merchants of the main city bazaar- Sadar.

We aim to deconstruct the living history of this Old Gurgaon precinct, look at a few architectural marvels, speak to locals, allowing participants to develop their own 'sense' of this place.

As we take a stroll through the old city of Ahmedabad, we will be able to observe how the city's urban morphology reflects Jane Jacobs' ideas and strategies in urban planning and design. We will notice how the city's architecture and layout are built around the needs of people and communities, rather than cars or commercial development. We will also see how these ideas are interwoven with the unique character and history of the city, as evidenced by the traditional pols and the vibrant bazaars. As we make our way through the narrow streets, we will see how the city's planning perspectives have evolved over the centuries. We will observe how the walled city was built with a focus on security and defense, resulting in narrow and winding streets, fortifications, and gateways. We will also see how the traditional pols were built around a shared community space and how this concept of mixed-use development has continued to thrive in the old city today. We will also compare and contrast the old city's planning perspectives with contemporary planning in areas like West Ahmedabad. We will see how contemporary planning is often focused on automobile traffic and prioritizes commercial development over community spaces, leading to issues like congestion and lack of pedestrian-friendly streets. We will then explore the current uses and associated issues facing the old city. We will see how the city's traditional industries like textiles and crafts have continued to thrive, while also facing challenges from modernization and globalization. Finally, we will brainstorm ways to approach urban planning and design in today's context. We will discuss the importance of preserving historic architecture, promoting mixed-use development, and creating walkable communities while also accommodating modern amenities and infrastructure.

In this Jane Jacobs Walk, guests will have an opportunity to get introduced to local life on the street and get to know the life of locals behind the doors. They will experience local culture, see some hidden heritage treasures, walk through the local bazaar, travel through Old Delhi on foot and by rickshaw, visit the region's oldest spice market, taste the best safe street food and interact with different business owners who are there from several generations, and visit a Haveli for a traditional home-cooked complimentary meal.