Red Fort Old Delhi India

Red Fort

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Red Fort, known as Lal Qila in Hindi, is an iconic historical fortification located in the heart of Old Delhi. Constructed by the Mughal Emperor Shah …

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Jan 12, 2025
We visited the Red Fort at the end of a 3 week tour in India. How disappointing! Dirty, unloved, and in a poor state. As a "must see" attraction, it was hard to understand why/how they have let this …Full review by The_Rand0m_Traveller
Jan 4, 2025
The place is the symbol of indian freedom and a seat of power. But unfortunately the surroundings doesn't reflect that dignity.Full review by Arjun M
Dec 28, 2024
This fabulous yet imposing edifice is an UNESCO site in Old Delhi. It was built in 1639 by Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan whose other claim to fame is the Taj Mahal. The deep red sandstone building mater…Full review by AMsays
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The Red sandstone walls of the massive Red Fort (Lal Qila) rise 33-m above the clamor of Old Delhi as a reminder of the magnificent po…
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This huge, imposing fort was built in the 17th century by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Characteristic due to the red sandstone used …
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Built in 1648 by Ustad Ahmad Lahori for Shah Jahan as the royal residence, the Red Fort Complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. …
cityseeker.com
The historic Red Fort in Delhi was once home to the Mughal emperors of India. It was commissioned by Shah Jahan in 1638 when t…
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Facts

Located:Old Delhi, Delhi, India
Height:18–33 m (59–108 ft)
Construction completed:12 May 1639 – 6 April 1648
Architect:Ustad Ahmad Lahori
Owner:Mughal Empire (1648–1857)
Architectural style:Indo-Islamic architecture

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is there a discount for entry fee of school student group
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I’m not 100% sure but it should be
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I want to know how the rajghat for couples is there couples come close and do kiss and hug there??
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No. This place is not suitable for such kind of things because it’s a memorial place of Mahatma Gandhi Ji.
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In red fort couple get come close to each other or hug and kiss there??
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I didnot see anyone to hug and kiss but couple get come close to each other.In India hug and kiss in kiss in public place is not common and must be avoided to do so.
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