Red Fort
The Red Fort of Delhi was built by the great Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. The Red Fort or the Lal Qila is located in Netaji subash marg in New delhi stretching towards the heart of Old Delhi next to chandini chowk and was previously known as Qila-e-Mu'alla of the then Shahjanabad, Shah Jahan's new capital.
The Red Fort is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Old Delhi, attracting thousands of visitors every year. The main attraction of the Red fort is Sound and Light Show that tells tales of its historical Past narrated in Hindi and English. The fort is opened for Public viewing.
The Red Fort of Delhi was built by the great Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. The Red Fort or the Lal Qila is located in Netaji subash marg in New delhi stretching towards the heart of Old Delhi next to chandini chowk and was previously known as Qila-e-Mu'alla of the then Shahjanabad, Shah Jahan's new capital.Construction of Delhi Red Fort started in 1638 and within a span of 9 years, the colossal structure was built. It took more that 10 million rupees during the reign of Shah Jahan to create this structure in red sandstone. As you enter the Red Fort today, you will find a group of trained guides leaping towards you to adorn in a typically Indian manner to offer their cordiality. You will definitely discover a haven of peace inside the fort after you leave the frantic streets of Old Delhi.
The fort contains all the expected trappings of the centre of Mughal government: halls of public and private audience, domed and arched marble palaces, plush private apartments, a mosque and elaborately designed gardens. Even today, the fort remains an impressive place.
The fort contains all the expected trappings of the centre of Mughal government: halls of public and private audience, domed and arched marble palaces, plush private apartments, a mosque and elaborately designed gardens. Even today, the fort remains an impressive place.
Like most Islamic buildings in India, the Red Fort is octagonal in shape. The Red Fort is 900 meter by 550 meter. The height of its tower is about 33.5 meters. Towards the north, you will find Salimgarh fort. A moat lays outside the Red fort which was previously connected with the Yamuna River. The Red Fort is in fact a daunting structure.
Entrance to the fort is through the imposing Lahore Gate, which takes its name from the fact that it faces Lahore, now in Pakistan. This gate has a special significance for India since the first war of independence and important speeches have been made here by freedom fighters and national leaders of India.
The main entrance opens on to the Chatta Chowk, a covered street flanked with arched cells that used to house Delhi's most talented jewellers, carpet makers, weavers and goldsmiths. This arcade was also known as the Meena Bazaar, the shopping centre for the ladies of the court. Just beyond the Chhata Chowk is the heart of the fort called Naubat Khana or the Drum House. The musicians used to play for the emperor from the Naubat Khana and the arrival of princes and royalty was heralded from here.
The Red Fort has some major attractions inside the fort. They are as follows:
- Mumtaz Mahal
- The Rang Mahal
- The Khas Mahal
- The Diwan-i-Am
- The Diwan-i-Khas
- The Hamam
- The Shah Burj
On 15th of August every year the National Flag of India is hoisted at the Red Fort by the Prime Minister, celebrating India's independence.
The other attractions within this monument are the Royal Baths or hammams, the Shahi Burj, which used to be Shahjahan's private working area and the Moti Masjid or the Pearl Mosque, built by Aurangzeb for his personal use. The Rang Mahal or the "Palace of Colours" housed the Emperor's wives and mistresses. This palace was crowned with gilded turrets, delicately painted and decorated with an intricate mosaic of mirrors, and a ceiling overlaid with gold and silver that was reflected in a central pool in the marble floor.
Even today, the Lal Quila is an eloquent reminder of the glory of the Mughal era and its magnificence leaves many wonder-struck and breathless. It is still a calm haven of peace which helps one to break away from the frantic pace of life outside the walls of the Fort and transports the visitor to another era of time.
The Red Fort is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Old Delhi, attracting thousands of visitors every year. The main attraction of the Red fort is Sound and Light Show that tells tales of its historical Past narrated in Hindi and English. The fort is opened for Public viewing.
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