India, July 6 -- After almost a decade, ripples will once again dance across the waters of Purana Qila (Old Fort), with boating set to return to this beloved spot in the city. Earlier this week, photos of the boating trial run at the lake sparked a wave of '90s nostalgia across social media. While the official reopening is slated for September, you don't have to wait that long - there are plenty of places across Delhi where you can make fresh memories under the monsoon skies

Soak in enchanting views of the Mughal-era Old Fort that mirrors in the water as you glide across the lake. The trial run continues through August, bringing back fond memories for many Delhiites. Writer and historian Rakhshanda Jalil, who has lived in the city for 58...