Built in almost 20 years (1639-1648), by the Mughal monarch Shahjahan, who shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi holds a considerable significance. Constructed at a cost of Rs 100 lakhs, this imposing building in red stone has its walls that vary in height from 18 m on river (Yamuna) side to 33 m on the city side. Of the two gates, Lahore Gate and Delhi Gate, the former facing the Chandni Chowk is more imposing. The fort is sheltering Diwan-i-Aam( the Hall of Public Audiences), where the sovereigns used to make crucial decisions sitting on amazingly ornamented throne. The grandeur of the establishment reminds of the glorious era of Mughal reign. The sound and light show are worth admiring which takes place in twilight.
The fort is sheltering Diwan-i-Aam( the Hall of Public Audiences), where the sovereigns used to make crucial decisions sitting on amazingly ornamented throne. more
India Gate , New Delhi
This 42 meter high, free standing arch, designed by Lutyens and founded on February 10 1921 by the Duke of Connaught, commemorates the 70,000 Indian soldiers who died during World War I. more
Old Fort, New Delhi
Constructed on the historical site of Indraprastha by Mughal emperor Humayun and Sher Shah, the fort has a circuit of about a mile. more
Jantar-Mantar, New Delhi
Jantar Mantar was one of the vital trials of Jai Singh to give new dimensions to practical astronomy. more
Humayun's Tomb, New Delhi
Built in 1565 AD by Haji Begum, the Persian born senior wife of Humayun, this tomb is an important landmark in the history of Indian architecture. more
