Material culture refers to the physical objects, artifacts, and structures created and used by humans as a part of their cultural expression. The study of material culture within cultural geography often involves collaboration with experts in archaeology, anthropology, history, and other fields to provide a comprehensive understanding of how culture is expressed and experienced through physical objects and spaces. Knowing the material culture of Shahjahanabad is essential to the co-relate how living in Shahjahanabad catalyses the act and quality of writing. Not only is this essential for preserving its rich heritage, understanding its historical significance, and fostering its continued cultural and economic vitality, but also for understanding the literature that in based in/ on Shahjahanabad. The paper attempts to study Shahjahanabad through the lens of material culture.It is commonplace to invoke the syncretic „Ganga-Jamuni‟ tahzeeb of Shahjahanabad. However, as this study affirms, it is imperative for Delhi scholars and enthusiasts to delve into the complexity and diversity of its material culture as a defining component of its urban anthropology, sociology, geography and literature.